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CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE
PLANNING COMMISSION
Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 7:00 PM
Virtual Meeting
AGENDA
Written comments are accepted via mail to City of Dover – Planning Commission, P.O. Box 475 Dover
DE 19903 and via email at CompPlan@dover.de.us.
VIRTUAL MEETING NOTICE
The Planning Commission Meeting for February 22, 2022 will be held only as a Virtual Meeting using
WebEx audio/video conferencing system as an electronic means of communication. Representatives of
each Project Application will receive a specific invitation to attend this meeting. Regular Planning
Commission member participants will receive a specific invitation to attend the meeting as a Panelist. See
the participation information below to join by phone or computer.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION INFORMATION
City of Dover Planning Commission Meeting of February 22, 2022
Dial: 1-408-418-9388
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If you are new to WebEx get the app now at https://www.webex.com/ to be ready when the
meeting starts. For problems accessing the meeting, please call the Planning Office at (302) 736-
7196.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Approval of the Minutes of January 18, 2022.
COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS
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Meeting Reminder: The next Planning Commission regular meeting date of March 21, 2022 at 7:00
PM.
Update on City Council Actions
2. Appointment to Planning Commission - Joan E. Denney
Department of Planning & Inspections Updates
Education and Training Opportunities
3. The Institute for Public Administration presents two opportunities for training via Zoom!
February 25, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. - Introduction to Land-Use Law, the Constitution, and
Takings
March 10, 2022 at 10:00 A.M. - Introduction to Land Use Administration
OPENING REMARKS CONCERNING MEETING PROCEDURES FOR APPLICATIONS
OLD BUSINESS
Request Extension of Planning Commission Approval: None
NEW APPLICATIONS
4. AX-22-01 Lands of Ernestine F. Huff at 166 Mifflin Road – Public Hearing and Review for
Recommendation to City Council of an Annexation Request and Rezoning Request for a parcel
of land totaling 25,000 SF located at 166 Mifflin Road, Dover. The property is currently zoned
RS-1 (Residential Single Family Zone) in Kent County. The proposed zoning is R-8 (One
Family Residence Zone) and SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone). The property is
located on the west side of Mifflin Road approximately 300 ft south of Woodmill Drive. The
annexation category according to Dover’s 2019 Comprehensive Plan is Category 1: High
Priority Annexation Areas and the land use designation is Residential Low Density. The owner
is Ernestine F. Huff. Property Address: 166 Mifflin Road. Tax Parcel: ED-00-076.14-01-02.00-
000. Proposed Council District 1. Ordinance #2022-01. The First Reading of this Annexation
Request was completed on January 10, 2022. Public Hearing before the Planning Commission
is scheduled for February 22, 2022 and a Public Hearing at City Council on March 14, 2022.
5. C-22-02 Apartment at 773 South Queen Street – Public Hearing and Review of a Conditional
Use Site Plan to permit the conversion of 927 SF within an existing 3,864 SF Building to serve
as a Dwelling-Unit (Apartment). The remainder of the building is to remain as office space.
The property consists of one parcel of land totaling 0.84 acres +/- (36,590 SF). The property for
the proposed development is zoned C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone). The
property is located on the east side of South Queen Street, opposite South West Street. The
Owner of Record is DMG Holdings LLC. Property Address: 773 South Queen Street. Tax
Parcel Number: ED-05-077.13-01-30.04-000. Council District 4.
6. SB-22-02 Lands of Juarez at 508 Acorn Lane: Minor Subdivision Plan - Public Hearing and
Review of a Minor Subdivision Plan to subdivide one (1) property (on two (2) tracts of land)
consisting of 2.455 acres +/- into three (3) parcels (Lots 1, 2 and 3). Lot 1 (Residual) is to be
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0.67 acres+/- and encompasses the bulk of the primary tract of land east of Acorn Lane and
containing the one-family detached dwelling unit (single-family home). Lot 2 is to be 0.47
acres+/- and is the smaller portion of the tract of land east of Acorn Lane and contains no
development. Lot 3 is the western portion of the existing tract of land west of Acorn Lane and
is proposed to be 1.315 acres+/- and is currently undeveloped. The subject property is located
on the east side of Acorn Lane with a tract of land on the west side of Acorn Lane. The
property is zoned R-8 (One-Family Residence Zone). The owner of record is Raul M. Juarez.
Property Address: 508 Acorn Lane. Tax Parcel Number: ED-05-068.15-01-10.00-000. Council
District 3. This address was most recently the subject to Annexation Application AX-13-02
which was approved by the City Council in December 2013.
7. S-22-01 Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street – Public Hearing and Review of a Site
Development Plan Application for the construction of a 3,500 SF Self-Service Car Wash
facility and associated site improvements including two (2) pay stations and nineteen (19)
vacuum spaces. This redevelopment includes demolition of the existing auto repair shop
building. The property is zoned C-4 (Highway Commercial Zone). The property consists of
0.78 acres (33,976.8 SF) and is located on the south side of Cowgill Street and Court Street
near the corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and S. DuPont Highway. The owner of
record is Neaton’s Tire Service of Delaware. The Equitable Owner (Developer) is MPV
Properties c/o John Bradley Murr. Property Address: 280 Cowgill Street. Tax Parcel Number:
ED-05-077.10-01-17.00. Council District 4. Waiver Request - Elimination of Sidewalk on
Street Frontages for Alternative.
NEW BUSINESS
8. Report on 2021 Applications
9. 2020 Census Data
ADJOURN
Posted Agenda: 2/11/2022
THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. PURSUANT TO
29 DEL. C. §10004(e)(2), THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION
OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS, WHICH ARISE AT THE
TIME OF THE MEETING
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JANUARY 18, 2022
The Meeting of the City of Dover Planning Commission was held on Tuesday, January 18, 2022
at 7:00 PM as a Virtual Meeting using the phone/videoconferencing system WebEx due to
Delaware’s Declaration of the State of Emergency for COVID-19. The Meeting Session was
conducted with Chair Mrs. Maucher presiding. Members present were Mr. Cooper, Mr. Roach,
Mr. Hartman, Mr. Baldwin (arrived at 7:15PM), Dr. Jones, Mrs. Welsh, Mrs. Malone and Mrs.
Maucher. (Note: The Planning Commission is deficient one member due to the December 22,
2021 resignation of Kelli Leiter Lor. Her replacement has yet to be appointed.)
Staff members present were Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, Mr. Julian Swierczek, Ms. Samantha
Bulkilvish, Mr. Jason Lyon and Mrs. Kristen Mullaney. Also present were Mr. Chris Waters, Mr.
Andreas Akaras, Mrs. Stacey Flanagan, Mr. Mark Flanagan, Ms. Jeanie Johnstone, Mr. Michael
Sollazzo and Mr. Bill Rankin.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Dr. Jones moved to approve the Agenda tonight, seconded by Mrs. Welsh and the motion was
unanimously carried 7-0 with Mr. Baldwin absent.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 20, 2021
Mrs. Welsh moved to approve the Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of December 20, 2021,
seconded by Mrs. Malone and the motion was unanimously carried 7-0 with Mr. Baldwin absent.
COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the next Planning Commission regular meeting is scheduled
for Tuesday, February 22, 2022 at 7:00PM. It is scheduled to be held virtually and Staff will let
everyone know if that changes or not.
Mrs. Melson-Williams provided an update on the regular City Council and various Committee
meetings held on January 10, 2022.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that masks are required in all City buildings once again and we
have moved all of our Board and Commission Meetings to Virtual Meetings only. That was
following a decision by City Council to do the same. It is authorized to be in a virtual setting
only by way of the State of Emergency that the Governor declared on January 3, 2022. The
provisions of the State’s Freedom of Information Act related to open meetings allows meetings
to be conducted in a virtual setting without that in-person anchor location during times of a State
of Emergency. So we have moved back to that format and we will continue in that format for the
foreseeable future. She knows that it was always fun to do hybrid meetings with in-person and
virtual people but she thinks that the Commission is well versed in making even the virtual
system work while still allowing all of our applications to be heard and the public to participate.
The Dover community also lost in recent weeks, Mr. Francis Nichols Sr. He was an employee of
the City of Dover as an engineer for a number of years and retiring from Dover and then also
served as a Planning Commission member for about ten years from 2002 to about 2012. We did
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appreciate all of his questions related to Public Works matters because of his experience in that
venue.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that later this evening we will be recognizing the service of a
Planning Commission member, Mrs. Kelli Lord. She has chosen to resign from the Commission
and the Mayor is working on an appointment to fill that seat. It is a representative of the Third
District. It is her understanding that there is a potential appointee and we may have that in place
before our next meeting.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Institute for Public Administration is getting started with
their whole series of training sessions and these are available using Zoom in a virtual format.
There was one last week and she is not sure that they had anybody participate in that. It was on
“Advanced Land Use Law”. There are two more classes coming up and they certainly encourage
you to take advantage of this opportunity. The next one is being held on January 28, 2022 from
10AM to noon. It is the “Planning 101” course which is a good introduction or a good reminder
to what Planning is all about. If you are a Planning Commission member and are interested in
attending that session, please reach out to Planning Staff and they can get you registered for that.
There is a fee and then they send the email link for the event. The next session is scheduled for
February 25, 2022 and it is “Introduction to Land-Use Law, the Constitution, and Takings” with
course instructors Mr. Max Walton who is a lawyer who we have heard from a number of times
and is an expert in land-use law. Another instructor is Mr. Edward O’Donnell who now works
for the University of Delaware but was in local land-use administration for years; so, he also
brings a wealth of knowledge. If you are interested in either one of those, please reach out to
Staff and they can get you registered for those.
Mr. Baldwin joined the meeting at 7:15PM.
Mrs. Melson-Williams read the Resolution honoring the service of Kelli Leiter Lord on the
Planning Commission for the record.
Resolution
Whereas, Kelli Leiter Lord became a member of the City of Dover Planning Commission on
September 14, 2020 and has served with diligence and distinction in this capacity as an advocate
for sound land use planning in the public interest; and,
Whereas, Kelli Leiter Lord has played a role in ensuring fundamental fairness and careful
forethought in the planning and development of the Capital City through her service on the
Planning Commission; and,
Whereas, Kelli Leiter Lord in reviewing development applications has utilized her background in
graphic design in combination with an eagerness to improve the character, aesthetics, and
prosperity of Downtown Dover in particular; and for her ability to remain a clear, fair, and
decisive advocate even through the trials and difficulties of the COVID-19 Pandemic with the
virtual/ hybrid meeting formats for Planning Commission Meetings; and,
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Whereas, Kelli Leiter Lord completed her term of service on the City of Dover Planning
Commission on December 27, 2021.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved That, the City of Dover Planning Commission does hereby express
its sincere appreciation to Kelli Leiter Lord for her faithful and diligent service to the Citizens of
the City of Dover as an active member of the City of Dover Planning Commission and extends its
very best wishes to Kelli Leiter Lord for a bright and prosperous future.
Mrs. Malone moved to approve the adoption of the Resolution honoring Mrs. Kelli Leiter Lord’s
service on the Planning Commission, seconded by Mrs. Welsh and the motion was carried by
voice vote.
OPENING REMARKS CONCERNING DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Mrs. Melson-Williams presented the audience information on policies and procedures for the
Virtual Meeting using the WebEx system.
OLD BUSINESS
1) Requests for Extensions of Planning Commission Approval: None
NEW APPLICATIONS
SB-22-01 Lands of Four M Investments VII, LLC at 1601 POW/MIA Parkway: Minor
Subdivision Plan - Public Hearing and Review of a Minor Subdivision Plan to subdivide a
property consisting of 37.447 acres +/- into two parcels (Lot 1 and Lot 2). Lot 1 (Residual) is to
be 29.297 acres+/- and encompasses the bulk of the original property area to the south containing
the Manufacturing Facility known as Delmarva Corrugated. Lot 2 is to be 8.150 acres+/- and is
proposed for the northern portion of the property. The subject property is located on the northeast
side of the POW/MIA Parkway and west of New Burton Road. The property is adjacent to the
Railroad on the east. The property is zoned IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone). The
owner of record is Four M Investments VII, LLC. Property Address: 1601 POW/MIA Parkway
(previous address 1436 New Burton Road). Tax Parcel Number: ED-05-085.00-01-07.00-000.
Council District 2. The Application for development of this property was Site Plan S-20-08
Manufacturing Facility at 1436 New Burton Road, which received Conditional Approval from
the Planning Commission in October 2020 meeting, and Final Plan Approval in February 2021.
Representatives: Mr. Chris Waters, Davis, Bowen & Friedel; Mr. Andreas Akaras, property
owner representative for Four M Investments VII, LLc
Mr. Swierczek stated that this is a Minor Subdivision Plan Application at 1601 POW/MIA
Parkway. This had previously been addressed at 1436 New Burton Road. Many of the Planning
Commissioners will remember that this was most recently the subject of Site Development Plan
S-20-08 which was the application which brought us the Delmarva Corrugated Facility that is
now up and running. This Minor Subdivision Plan Application is proposing two lots. The main
lot, noted as Lot 1, is shown on the left side of your screen, would contain the existing Delmarva
Corrugated Facility building with just over 29 acres. The remaining land which you see towards
the right that is towards the north of the site would be just over 8 acres and noted as Lot 2. There
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are no developments proposed as of yet for Lot 2. Staff will note that from the previous
application for the development of the site, there will be no additional site entrances off of the
POW/MIA Parkway. So, there will be a shared access through Lot 1 onto Lot 2. We did include
an advisory comment that noted that whatever development may come to Lot 2 would of course
have to be compliant with bulk standards. Were there to be any question of Lot 1 or Lot 2
potentially not being fully compliant, they may need to adjust the property line accordingly. As
he had already mentioned, there is no specific development proposed so at this time, Planning
Staff does not see that as being an issue.
Mr. Waters stated that Mr. Swierczek has been very helpful on this project as well as everyone
else from the City and different agencies. This project is pretty straight forward. They are going
to be using the same access point for Lot 2 so no new access will be created. We will just create
an easement across Lot 1. There have been utilities created for the building that they will address
with utility easements that cross from Lot 2 to Lot 1. He thinks that there was some concern
about the slope on the side of the stormwater pond that will be addressed to make sure that there
is no conflict between the existing stormwater pond #2 and the property line. He thinks that those
were the main concerns. Nothing has been proposed for development for Lot 2; they are just
trying to create it at this time.
Mrs. Maucher opened the public hearing and after seeing no one wishing to speak, closed the
public hearing.
Mr. Hartman moved to approve SB-22-01 Lands of Four M Investments VII, LLC at 1601
POW/MIA Parkway: Minor Subdivision Plan based on the recommendations and findings of the
DAC, the fact that any development will have to go through the appropriate development
application review process, and that the Subdivision Plan generally appears to comply with the
Land Subdivision Regulations, seconded by Mrs. Welsh and the motion was carried 8-0 by roll
call vote. Mr. Hartman voting yes; based on the motion previously made. Mr. Baldwin voting
yes; based on the previous statement. Dr. Jones voting yes; for the reasons stated in the motion.
Mrs. Welsh voting yes; for reasons stated in the motion. Mrs. Malone voting yes; for reasons
stated. Mr. Cooper voting yes; for reasons stated. Mr. Roach voting yes; for the reasons stated in
the motion. Mrs. Maucher voting yes; for reasons stated in the motion.
C-22-01 Kind Kids Early Learning Center at 725 Walker Road - Public Hearing and Review of a
Conditional Use Site Plan to permit the conversion of a 4,729 SF Office Building into a Child
Daycare Center to serve 63 children. The property consists of one parcel of land totaling 0.51
acres +/- (22,500 SF). The property for the proposed development is zoned C-1A (Limited
Commercial Zone). The property is located on the north side of Walker Road west of Pat Lynn
Drive. The Owner of Record is 725 Walker Road LLC. pending sale to Bluegrass Investments,
LLC. Property Address: 725 Walker Road. Tax Parcel Number: ED-05-067.15-05-34.00-000.
Council District 4. Waiver Request: Partial Elimination of Upright Curbing.
Representatives: Ms. Stacey Flanagan and Mr. Mark Flanagan; Day Care Center operators, Ms.
Jeanie Johnstone; Day Care manager; Mr. Michael Sollazzo; of William Byler Architect, Mr.
Bill Rankin; Realtor _____________
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Ms. Bulkilvish stated that this is a Conditional Use Application for a large daycare center at 725
Walker Road. The property is zoned C-1A (Limited Commercial Zone). The property contains a
4,729 SF vacant building currently. The day care is proposing to inhabit the entire building.
There is also parking facilities outside and a fenced-in rear portion. They are proposing to have
63 children and have a minimum of 7 adults. There is parking facilities located in the front of the
building with 24 spaces which is more than enough to accommodate the children and adults.
They are proposing 5 bicycle parking spaces at the front of the building. Some parking located at
the front of the building will be relocated to address the need for a ten-foot perimeter access
around the building. Those relocated spaces will be striped and the parking bumpers replaced.
The site requires eight trees; there are seven existing and one proposed at the front left corner of
the building. A new outdoor play area is shown to the left of the building and encroaches on an
adjacent property. The adjacent property is; however, owned by the same property owner and a
written agreement will have to be made between the lessee and the property owner. Trash
collection will be private and stored at the rear of the building in that gated area. The applicant
has also asked for a Waiver from the upright curbing requirements. Due to the existing
conditions, placing curbing would interrupt the stormwater sheet flow off of the parking lot and
cause some flooding in the parking area. Staff has approved that upright curbing waiver.
Mr. Sollazzo stated that he has read Ms. Bulkilvish’s summary in the DAC Report and he found
it quite thorough and he has nothing further to add.
Mr. Hartman questioned what will be used to ensure that the play area remains a play area since
it is on the adjacent property? Responding to Mr. Hartman, Mr. Sollazzo stated that the adjacent
property is owned by the same owner. The owner is obviously very much behind this whole
project and has verbally given us an agreement to use a portion of the property as shown on the
plans, which will of course be fenced in. They are in the process of getting written
documentation because the DAC Report has requested that and they have already put that into
motion. He doesn’t know what the technical term for it will be. If it will be a deed restriction or
something like that but there will be a written confirmation from the owner to allow the
applicants to use that portion for their play area.
Mr. Hartman stated that if the owner sells that property in the future, that agreement will still be
in place. Responding to Mr. Hartman, Mr. Sollazzo stated that he can’t speak to that because he
hasn’t seen the written document that he assumes is in the process of being prepared. He will say
that there is another option to provide the play area on the side of the building and in the back of
the building. The applicants, at this particular time, chose not to do that and this is what they
want to do and the owner has said that was fine. If that were to change in the future, they do have
room on the property for a sufficient sized play area along the side or back portion of this
building.
Mr. Hartman stated that that way it would not interfere with access for the Fire Department or
any first responders. Responding to Mr. Hartman, Mr. Sollazzo stated that was correct. You can
see by the dashed line, the area that is for the first responders which is either ten or fifteen feet
around the building. They actually don’t need access around 100% of the building. You can see
on the side where the play area is; they have access but it just doesn’t show it on the plan because
they don’t need that much. In the back, there is an existing fence there right now but that could
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all change in the future as they perhaps need to rearrange the play area to make a “L” shape
along the side and rear of the building. Then they would obviously remove a portion of the fence
that is now making a portion of the rear of the building a protected area. So they would simply
rearrange that.
Mr. Hartman stated that he wanted to get Mr. Sollazzo’s opinion of the Planning Staff’s
recommendation to include a sidewalk between the building and gate to the play area.
Responding to Mr. Hartman, Mr. Sollazzo stated that there is an existing one there and they are
simply utilizing that. There is a side door to the building and there is an existing sidewalk. That
is actually where you would enter the play area and then that sidewalk connects to the existing
parking lot. So he doesn’t know if there is additional sidewalk that is required but he hasn’t
starting working on affecting the comments to his drawings.
Mr. Hartman asked if Planning Staff could provide an explanation as to the recommendation for
the connectivity or the installation of sidewalk that is in the DAC Report. Responding to Mr.
Hartman, Ms. Bulkilvish stated that she was just suggesting that they extend the sidewalk so that
it meets the gates of the play area.
Mr. Sollazzo stated that is very easily accomplished.
Mrs. Maucher opened a public hearing and after seeing no one wishing to speak, closed the
public hearing.
Mr. Hartman moved to approve C-22-01 Kind Kids Early Learning Center at 725 Walker Road
on the condition that the required children’s play area is always provided and is safe for the
children and he approves based on the recommendations of Planning Staff including that the
location is near an elementary school and the new Dover Middle School that is under
construction. The property is located centrally to several residential neighborhoods. The
property is easily accessed by car on Walker Road and there is multi-modal access via sidewalks
along Walker Road. The use will occupy an existing building which is currently vacant.
Mrs. Maucher stated that she wasn’t sure if Mr. Hartman meant the play area that is proposed
now or that some play area is provided. Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mr. Hartman stated that he
meant that the required play area square footage is provided in a safe place for the children. He is
just concerned that if this play area is moved. He doesn’t think that they will cut corners but he
doesn’t want that to be open to impact the safety of any children back there in that area.
Mr. Baldwin seconded the motion and the motion was approved 8-0 by roll call vote. Mr.
Hartman voting yes; based on what was stated in the motion. Mr. Baldwin voting yes. Dr. Jones
voting yes; with the concerns that were raised by Mr. Hartman. Mrs. Welsh voting yes; for
reasons stated and accordance with the location near the schools and it’s appropriate for a child
care center that is needed in that area. Mrs. Malone voting yes; for reasons stated. Mr. Cooper
voting yes; for reasons stated. Mr. Roach voting yes; for reasons stated. He always likes to see
day cares get into a close vicinity of schools and neighborhoods and they will be a welcomed
address. Mrs. Maucher voting yes; for reasons previously stated.
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Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that there was a response in the chat area from Ms. Jeanie
Johnstone stating that she wanted to respond to a comment.
Ms. Johnstone stated that in regards to the Office of Child Care Licensing, there are certain
restrictions that they have to abide by prior to opening. The Office of Child Care Licensing will
be monitoring this (facility) yearly. They do come out and do private and personal inspections
that they do and don’t make them aware of. So there will always be someone kind of looking
after the building and making sure that it is up to par with all inspections and qualifications
regarding child care to make sure that the children are safe.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that just so that the Commissioners are aware, there is a licensing
procedure with the State Office of Child Care Licensing in addition to Public Occupancy and
Business Licensing requirements with the City of Dover as well for child care day care centers.
Mr. Hartman stated that he was just concerned because the applicant had a piece of property that
was going to be used as a play area but there was no guarantee that that piece of property would
always be available.
Mr. Mark Flanagan stated that just in case there is any confusion, it will be privacy fenced off so
the children will be safe while outside. The other thing is that both properties were purchased at
the same time for the specific reasons of opening this center and expanding that center onto this
property at a later time. The property that we are encroaching on, they were both bought at the
same time for the purpose of opening this center.
Mr. Hartman stated that he is just concerned that that property might be used for some other
purpose in the future. Responding to Mr. Hartman, Mr. Flanagan stated that their lease actually
includes that property.
Mr. Hartman questioned what that means. Responding to Mr. Hartman, Mr. Flanagan stated that
they lease it all from the owner. He purchased it for us to lease off of him to open this center.
Mr. Hartman stated that as long as the lease is valid, you will have access to that part of the
property even if that owner sells it. Responding to Mr. Hartman, Mr. Flanagan stated that
obviously things can happen but that is not the plan.
Mrs. Maucher stated that Mr. Sollazzo stated that there was a Plan B should something happen to
that current proposed area. There is a backup plan to use the property in the rear of the building
should something happen; so, that is why she asked for clarification earlier.
NEW BUSINESS
Report on 2021 Application Tallies
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that Planning Staff again put together the tally at the end of the
year. The chart here gives a summary of all the application types that were typically processed
for our Boards and Commissions dating back to 2006. There is a break down by quarter for the
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last two years. You can see that in 2021 we have had a slight rebound in the number of
applications that our various Boards and Commissions have been addressing. They continue to
be very active even through the COVID-19 pandemic years. There was a total of 59 applications
over calendar year 2021. Not all of them were seen by this body and she would remind the
Commission that just because an application appeared for you in a certain calendar year, doesn’t
mean that Staff is done dealing with it. When the Commission adopts/approves an application, it
does have a period of two years to finalize and get started underway. We are still dealing with
projects from 2019 that have finalized their plans or are in the process thereof or they have
gotten a one-year extension and are under or are soon to be under construction. Next month they
may be close to having our Annual Report for 2021 and that will have the full list of the kinds of
application details for 2021. You know that Annexations, Conditional Uses and most Site Plans
come to you. There are some that qualify for just Administrative Review. Subdivisions come to
you and Rezoning applications too. Some of the miscellaneous types of applications appear
before you.
Mrs. Maucher questioned what would fall under Miscellaneous applications? Responding to
Mrs. Maucher, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that in 2021 it included our Comprehensive
Rezoning Project and Comprehensive Plan Amendments. Text Amendments also get placed with
that application type. It also may be just information tracking. If there is a particular study that is
going on, they assign it an application number so that they can find all of the details of that study
in the future.
Mrs. Maucher questioned what falls under the Historic District Commission? Responding to
Mrs. Maucher, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Historic District Commission are
applications that are referred to the Historic District Commission. In the case of the six that they
dealt with this year, a majority of them were what they call a Referral of a Permit to the Historic
District Commission. Activities affecting the exterior of properties in the City’s Historic District
are subject to Architectural Review Certification. For most projects, that is something that can be
reviewed by Staff. However, if it is a project that is slightly unusual or they are seeking to
implement a project that doesn’t quite fit the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of
Dover Historic District Zone, the Permit can be referred to the Historic District Commission for
their review and input on that Architectural Review Certification. She thinks that there is maybe
one of the six that was actually a true application to the Commission that involved a parking lot.
A majority of them were related to Permit Referrals. There was a Permit on drainage, at least one
on fencing, and on signage.
Meeting adjourned at 8:10 PM.
Sincerely,
Kristen Mullaney
Secretary
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The Institute for Public Administration presents
Introduction to Land-Use Law,
the Constitution, and Takings
COURSE INSTRUCTOR COURSE INSTRUCTOR
Max Walton, Esq. Edward O’Donnell, AICP
Partner Senior Fellow, IPA
Connolly Gallagher, LLP University of Delaware
FEBRUARY 25, 2022 This course focuses on Land Use Law in Delaware.
It begins a review of the basic principles governing
land-use law. Topics include police power, delegation
10:00 a.m. to NOON of authority, nuisances, due process, equal protection,
just compensation, vagueness, and vested rights.
Participants will then learn about Delaware court
VIA ZOOM MEETING decisions affecting local land use.
Registration in advance is required. Course topics will include:
After registering, you will receive a
confirmation email with information
• Basic terms and concepts
about joining the webinar. • A summary of tools
• Zoning, subdivision, and site-plan review
$20 Registration Fee • Other approaches to land-use control
This session qualifies for credit toward the Certificate
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ipa/events/upcoming Contact Sean O’Neill (oneill@udel.edu) with questions
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The Institute for Public Administration presents
Introduction to
Land Use Administration
COURSE INSTRUCTOR COURSE INSTRUCTOR
Ann Marie Townshend, AICP Savannah Edwards
City Manager Associate Planner
City of Lewes Rossi Group
March 10, 2022 Introduction to Land Use Administration focuses
on the principal strategy for implementing
comprehensive plans.
10:00 a.m. to NOON
Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m.
Course topics include:
• Zoning, subdivision, and land-use codes and
how they are linked to comprehensive plans
VIA ZOOM MEETING • Typical contents of land-use, zoning, and
subdivision codes
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ipa/events/upcoming for Planning Education.
Contact Sean O’Neill (oneill@udel.edu) with
questions about this event.
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City of Dover
PETITION TO ANNEX AND REZONE PROPERTY
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE OF February 9, 2022
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF February 22, 2022
File Number: AX-22-01
Ordinance Number: 2022-01
Applicant: Ernestine F. Huff
Owner of Record: Ernestine F. Huff
Property Address: 166 Mifflin Road, Dover DE
Tax Parcel ID #: ED-00-076.14-01-02.00-000
Lot Size: 0.57 acres (25,000 SF)
Present Zoning: RS-1 (Residential Single Family Zone)
Proposed Zoning: R-8 (One Family Residence Zone)
SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone): Tier 3
(Excellent Recharge Areas)
Comprehensive Plan Category 1: High Priority Annexation Areas
Designation:
Comprehensive Plan Residential Low Density
Land Use Designation:
Present Use: Single Family Dwelling
Proposed Use: Single Family Dwelling
Utility Availability: Electric: 228 Mifflin Road is not currently served by City of
Dover Electric.
Water and Sanitary Sewer: 166 Mifflin Road is not currently
served by City of Dover Water or Sanitary Sewer. Water and
Sanitary Sewer are available to this property. Installation of
utilities will require DelDOT approval. The property owner is
responsible for any and all costs associated with extending and
providing service to the proposed property, which will include
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tapping the sanitary sewer and water mains, connection to the
house for both utilities, purchasing a water meter and pit,
paying impact fees and obtaining permits.
Staff Recommendation: The Electric Department has no objection to the annexation.
The Department of Public Works has no objection to the
annexation.
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903
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City of
CITY OF DOVER Dover
Planning
Office
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: February 9, 2022
APPLICATION: Annexation of Lands of Ernestine F. Huff at 166 Mifflin Road
FILE #: AX-22-01 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Planning
CONTACT PERSON: Samantha Bulkilvish, AICP, Planner II PHONE #: (302) 736-7196
I. Summary
This application is for the Annexation and Rezoning of the property at 166 Mifflin Road, Dover.
It is a parcel of land totaling 0.57 acres or 25,000 SF +/-. The owner of record is Ernestine F.
Huff. Tax Parcel: ED-00-076.14-01-02.00-000.
II. Existing Property
The property is located on the west side of Mifflin Road and approximately 300 feet south of
Woodmill Drive. The boundary of the City of Dover surrounds the parcel on all sides.
The property includes an existing single-family detached dwelling. The property is currently
zoned RS-1 (Residential Single Family Zone) in Kent County. The owner would like to have a
solution to a failing septic system by being able to connect to the City Sewer.
III. Surrounding Land Uses
To the north, south and east the property is surrounded by single-family dwellings on similar or
larger sized lots. To the west of the property is an approximately 16-acre portion of Open Space
associated with the Village of Westover PND residential subdivision. Properties to the north,
south, west, and to the east across Mifflin Road are within the City of Dover.
IV. Comprehensive Plan
In the 2019 Comprehensive Plan, the Potential Annexation Areas (Map 13 -1) identifies the
property in the Category 1: High Priority Annexation Areas. The Growth and Annexation Plan
Chapter (Chapter 13) notes that “Lands in this category are primarily enclaves of unincorporated
territory mostly surrounded by the City of Dover. In all or most of these cases, the City provides
these parcels with one or more essential service (sewer, water, police, fire, trash).” For Category
1: High Priority Annexation Areas, it notes in the Recommendations that “the City will not
extend sewer and/or water infrastructure to Category 1 areas unless the property owners annex
into the City” with consideration given for issues of health, safety and welfare.
The 2019 Comprehensive Plan also sets the review criteria for the review of zoning for parcels
being proposed for annexation. Chapter 13, page 13-9 notes that the Zoning Review may include:
• Proposed zoning be in compliance with the land use category shown on Map 13-2 and used
in conjunction with Table 12-1: Land Use and Zoning Matrix;
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• Character and compatibility of the surrounding land uses and properties;
• The street type and capacity serving the property;
• Environmental concerns and conditions that may influence land use and zoning;
• Market concerns and conditions;
• The compatibility with the overall goals of the Comprehensive Plan.
Map 13-2: Potential Land Use for Annexation Areas identifies the Land Use Classification for
this property to be Residential Low Density.
As part of the Land Development Plan, Table 12-1: Land Use and Zoning Matrix specifies that
the following zones are compatible with this land use classification of Residential Low Density.
R-20 (One Family Residence)
R-15 (One Family Residence)
R-10 (One Family Residence)
R-8 (One Family Residence)
R-7 (One Family Residence)
C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial)
V. Request for R-8 (One Family Residence Zone) & SWPOZ (Source Water Protection
Overlay Zone)
The applicant has requested the zoning of R-8 (One Family Residence Zone). The types of
permitted uses in the R-8 (One Family Residence Zone) are given in Article 3 §1 of the Zoning
Ordinance and referenced sections. See the following Code excerpt:
Article 3 Section 1. – One Family Residence zone [(R-20, R-15, R-10, R-8, R-7)].
1.1 Uses permitted. In a one-family residence R-20, R-15, R-10, R-8 and R-7 zones, no building or
premises shall be used and no building or part of a building shall be erected or altered which is arranged,
intended or designed to be used, in whole or in part, for any uses except the following:
1.11 The raising of field and garden crops, vineyards and orchard farming, the maintenance of
nurseries, and the seasonal sale of the products thereof, provided no building is erected and signs
conform with article 5, section 4.
1.12 One-family detached dwellings, not to exceed one such dwelling per lot.
1.13 Public buildings, structures and uses, including parks and playgrounds, subject to approval of
site plans by the planning commission in accordance with article 10, section 2.
1.14 The following uses are permitted, conditional upon the approval of the planning commission in
accordance with the procedures and subject to the general conditions set forth in section 10.1 and to
any specified requirements set forth below:
(a) Places of worship, including parish houses; [and] schools, including nursery schools,
kindergartens and day care centers in accordance with article 5, Supplementary Regulations,
section 14. Child day care facilities; philanthropic and eleemosynary institutions; hospitals and
sanitariums for general medical care; and funeral homes subject to the following requirements:
i. Any school permitted under this paragraph [subsection 1.14(a)] shall be a nonprofit
organization within the meaning of the Internal Revenue Act and shall be registered
effectively as such thereunder.
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ii. Any school permitted under this paragraph [subsection 1.14(a)], other than a kindergarten,
nursery school, or day care center, shall occupy a lot with an area of not less than two
acres, plus one acre for each 100 pupils for which the building is designed.
iii. Any kindergarten or nursery school permitted under this paragraph [subsection 1.14(a)]
shall be limited to a maximum of 50 children in zones R-8 thru R-20 and a maximum of 100
children in all other zones. At least 100 square feet of outdoor play space per child shall be
provided. Outdoor play space shall be fenced or otherwise enclosed on all sides and shall
not include driveways, parking areas, or land unsuited by other usage or natural features for
children's active play space. Fencing or other enclosures shall be a minimum height of four
feet. The minimum lot area for each ten, or remainder over the multiple of ten, children shall
be the same as the minimum lot area requirement for each dwelling unit in the districts in
which such uses are to be located.
iv. No such building or part thereof shall be erected with less than a 50-foot front yard or
nearer than 25 feet from any other street or property line.
v. The sum of all areas covered by all principal and accessory buildings shall not exceed 20
percent of the area of the lot.
vi. Courts shall conform to the requirements of article 5, section 3 hereof.
(b) Railroad and public utility rights-of-way and structures necessary to serve areas within the
city, subject to such conditions as the planning commission may impose in order to protect and
promote the health and safety and general welfare of the community and the character of the
neighborhood in which the proposed structure is to be constructed.
(c) Country clubs or other annual membership clubs, catering exclusively to members and their
guests, and accessory private playgrounds, golf courses, swimming pools, tennis courts and
recreation buildings not conducted as business enterprises, provided that the following operations
shall be prohibited:
i. Outdoor entertainment, live or mechanical;
ii. The use of outdoor public address systems for any purpose; and
iii. Exterior lighting producing glare at the lot line other than that essential for the safety of the
users of the premises.
No building erected under the provisions of this paragraph [subsection 1.14(c)] shall be so
erected nearer than 50 feet to any street or property line.
(d) Adult day care facilities in accordance with Article 5—Supplementary Regulations, Section
22—Adult Day Care Facilities.
1.15 Accessory uses, limited to the following:
(a) Professional office or studio of an artist, dentist, musician, teacher, or physician, but not
including veterinarians, provided that:
i. Such office or studio is incidental to the residential use of the premises and is carried on by
a resident thereon with not more than one nonresident assistant; and
ii. Such office or studio shall occupy not more than 30 percent of the area of one floor of the
main building.
iii. Studios where dancing or music instruction is offered to groups in excess of four pupils at
one time or where concerts or recitals are held are prohibited.
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iv. Medical centers, barbershops, beauty parlors, real estate offices, funeral homes or similar
uses shall not be considered permitted accessory uses.
(b) Garden house, tool house, playhouse, greenhouse or pool incidental to the residential use of
the premises and not operated for gain.
(c) Private garage, provided that, in the case of a one-family dwelling, such garage shall have a
capacity of not more than three passenger automobiles. One such space may be leased to a
person not [a] resident on the premises.
(d) Keeping domestic animals as pets, provided not more than three (3) dogs over six months old,
shall be permitted.
(e) Keeping of chickens for individual domestic purposes subject to the following restrictions:
i. Keeping of chickens shall not be permitted on lots smaller than 10,890 square feet in lot
area.
ii. No more than five (5) chickens shall be permitted on a residential lot.
iii. Chickens shall be registered with the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
iv. Chickens shall be penned in a coop that shall be at least four (4) square feet per chicken.
v. All chicken coops shall be located in a rear yard and shall be a minimum of 20 feet from
side and rear property lines.
vi. Any odor associated with the chickens shall not be discernable from property lines. vii.
Keeping of roosters shall be prohibited.
viii. Any lot with chickens shall either comply with these requirements by June 1, 2016 or
remove the chickens.
(f) Dormitories accessory to schools, provided that such dormitories conform to the bulk
regulations of the RG-1 zone. For purposes of computing bulk requirements, each four rooms
shall be considered one dwelling unit. Parking shall be calculated as identified in Article 6—Off-
Street Parking, Section 3—Required off-street parking spaces, Paragraph 3.1—Schedule of
requirements.
(g) Customary home occupations, provided that:
i. No display of products, goods and/or signs shall be visible from the street.
ii. Such home occupation shall be incidental and secondary to the residential use of the
premises and shall be conducted in the principal building by the resident or residents that
reside therein.
iii. Nonresident assistants or co-workers shall be prohibited.
iv. Such home occupation shall not occupy more than 30 percent of the area of one floor in
the principal building.
v. There shall be no exterior effect such as noise, traffic, odor, dust, smoke, gas, fumes,
radiation, or electromagnetic interference.
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The property is also subject to the SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone). In this case
a small portion of the property at the rear is located in Tier 3 – Excellent Recharge Areas.
Information regarding the Excellent Recharge Areas of the SWPOZ can be found in Article 3
§29.79 of the Zoning Ordinance. See the following Code excerpt:
Section 29. – Source Water Protection Overlay Zone (SWPOZ).
29.7 Tier 3: excellent recharge areas. Lands defined as tier 3 lands are areas which have been
identified as 'excellent recharge areas'. Recharge areas are defined as land with high percentages of
sand and gravel that have "excellent" potential for recharge as determined through a stack unit
mapping analysis performed originally by the Delaware Geological Survey.
29.71 Applicability. The impervious cover restrictions of this section shall apply only to any
activity requiring approval of the planning commission.
29.72 Impervious surfaces. Impervious surfaces within tier 3 lands of the source water protection
overlay zone are limited to a maximum of 30 percent. Limits upon impervious surface apply to
portions of a site which is within tier 3 lands. New development may exceed the 30 percent
impervious cover threshold up to 60 percent impervious cover provided the differential volume of
stormwater generated from 30 percent to 60 percent impervious cover, based on the two-year
storm, is infiltrated within an excellent recharge area. The use of infiltration shall be based upon
the technical merits of the application as well as the ability to quantify the volume of recharge. All
infiltration facilities shall be designed in accordance with the Delaware Sediment and Stormwater
Regulations.
29.73 Redevelopment. Site modification which requires site development plan approval must
create a 15-percent reduction in the amount of impervious surface on the site when co mpared to
pre-redevelopment conditions.
(a) If the 15-percent reduction would require a site to go below the 30-percent maximum
impervious surface provision of section 29.72, then the maximum impervious surface cover for
the site is 30 percent.
(b) If stormwater is infiltrated within the excellent recharge area as per section 29.72 then only
an amount of reduction in impervious surface which is necessary to meet the 60-percent
maximum will be required.
29.74 Storage tanks. Underground storage tanks are prohibited within tier 3 lands. Aboveground
storage tanks which use, store, transfer, or dispose of any solid or liquid material or waste having
potentially harmful impact on groundwater quality are prohibited within tier 3 lands.
29.75 Site design. All reasonable efforts must be undertaken to position permanent structures on
the portions of the property which are not subject to the tier 3: excellent recharge area. The
particular desires of personal or corporate entities shall not constitute reasonable effo rts.
29.76 Alternative design standards. It is the intent of this ordinance to protect, conserve, and
improve the available supply of potable water while still maintaining property rights. As such,
where the restrictions of this ordinance prevent development that would otherwise be reasonable
and proper according to the base zoning, the applicant may request alternative design standards
as part of their application and development plan. The planning commission may modify specific
bulk standards when in the opinion of the commission, it has been demonstrated that the use of
alternative design standards is desirable and consistent with the protection of water resources.
Alternative bulk standards include but are not limited to changes in building height/stories, floor
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area ratio, or building setbacks.
29.77 Master plans. Site development which occurs as part of a site development master plan as
specified in the zoning ordinance, article 10 section 2.58 may consider the area of the entire tier 3
portion of the master plan area when developing individual phases. This will allow for higher than
prescribed amounts of impervious cover on specific portions of the master plan so long as the
overall impervious surface for the entire tier 3 lands in the plan remains in compliance with this
section. On a site development master plan, when the city engineer certifies that the project
utilizes superior infiltration design that maximizes groundwater recharge, impervious cover may
be increased to 75 percent.
29.78 Improvements to existing residential lots. Improvements to existing residential lots,
including additions to existing one-family dwellings, the placement of sheds, and fences are
exempt from section 29.7 and may be permitted when all other applicable zoning district bulk
requirements are met.
29.79 Downtown target area. The downtown redevelopment target area as defined in appendix
C, article II, section 3 [Target Area] of the City of Dover Code of Ordinances shall be exempt from
the requirements and restrictions of the source water protection overlay zone.
29.710 Special environmental considerations. On sites where infiltration would be contrary to a
cleanup agreement or other conditions imposed by the department of natural resources and
environmental control or the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the impervious surface
limitations of this section shall not apply to the affected areas. Such sites shall be certified by the
City Engineer through the development application process.
29.711 Procedure for Contesting the delineation of the source water protection overlay
zone. Data used to define these zones was generated in a report from the Delaware Geological
Survey entitled, "Report of Investigations No. 66, Ground-Water Recharge Potential Mapping in
Kent and Sussex Counties, Delaware". Any challenges to the delineation of the source water
protection overlay zone must follow the methods provided in the above sited report to contest the
delineation.
VI. Recommendation of Planning Staff:
Staff recommends the annexation of the property at 166 Mifflin Road and its rezoning to
R-8 (One Family Residence Zone) and subject to the SWPOZ (Source Water Protection
Overlay Zone): Tier 3 be approved as submitted. The subject property is in the City’s
Annexation Plan of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan as Category 1: High Priority Annexation
Areas with a Land Use Classification as Residential Low Density. This is a High Priority
Annexation Area since it is an enclave and will help fill in one of the holes in the City of Dover
Boundary. The R-8 zoning is consistent with the development in the area as this parcel is
surrounded by single-family detached dwellings and is consistent with the Land Use
Classification of Residential Low Density. The R-8 zoning is appropriate for the current use of
the property as a single-family dwelling and is consistent with neighboring zoning.
This recommendation is being made without the benefit of hearing the comments of surrounding
landowners and residents. A Public Hearing is required on this matter and the Planning
Commission should give those comments consideration. The parcel also meets the minimum lot
dimensions of 70 ft. wide by 100 ft. deep for a parcel zoned R-8 and has a lot area exceeding the
minimum 8,000 SF required.
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VII. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
1) From the agency comments received, it appears that ability to provide City water and sewer
is extremely feasible due to the proximity to existing infrastructure on the opposite side of
Mifflin Road. It would be the property owner’s responsibility to cover all costs associated
with extending and connecting services to the existing dwelling.
2) Upon annexation into the City of Dover, the property will be subject to the provisions of the
Dover Code of Ordinances. This includes procedures such as review processes for plans and
permits for construction activities, licensing, etc.
3) The applicant shall be aware that approval of any Annexation & Rezoning application does
not represent a Building Permit or other construction activity permit approval. A separate
application submission showing all improvements is required before issuance of permits by
the City of Dover.
4) Regarding connection to City services (water and/or sanitary sewer) the applicant must
contact the City’s Department of Water & Wastewater for procedures, permitting and impact
fees.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person and the Planning Office as soon as possible.
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CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: FEBRUARY 2, 2022
APPLICATION: Lands of Ernestine F. Huff at 166 Mifflin Road
FILE #: AX-22-01
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Department of Public Works and Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PERSON: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7025
CONTACT PHONE #: jlyon@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN
A CCORDANCE WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
SANITATION / STREETS / STORMWATER / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. Our office has no objections to the proposed annexation of tax parcel ED-00-076.14-01-02.00-000. Any redevelopment shall
adhere to the City of Dover Water/Wastewater Handbook and the Specifications, Standards & Procedures for Public Works
Construction. Impact fees will be applied to this property.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
SANITATION / STREETS / STORMWATER / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. None
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
SANITATION / STREETS / STORMWATER / GENERAL
1. None
WATER / WASTEWATER
1. As per the Petition to Annex and Rezone Property, as heard by the Council Committee of the Whole, please find the following:
a. 166 Mifflin Road is not currently served by City of Dover Water or Sanitary Sewer. Water and Sanitary Sewer are available
to this property. Installation of utilities will require DelDOT approval. The property owner is responsible for any and all
costs associated with extending and providing service to the proposed property, which will include tapping the sanitary
sewer and water mains, connection to the house for both utilities, purchasing a water meter and pit, paying impact fees
and obtaining permits.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE
P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
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APPLICATION: Lands of Ernestine F. Huff at 166 Mifflin Rd
FILE #: AX-22-01 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY, AND
COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESS BY THE
APPLICANT:
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Proposal is an annexation request and rezoning request. This office has no objections.
2. Every house, building or structure used or intended for use as living quarters or as a place for
conducting business, and having any wall facing or abutting any public or private street or alley,
shall have displayed on that wall, in legible, easily read characters which are of contrasting color
to the background, the proper street number for such house, building, or structure in accordance
with the following:
One-family and two-family residential structures, height, the number shall measure a minimum of four
inches in height, location, the number shall be placed on the house above or to the left or right of
the front entrance, color, the number shall be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals,
all numbers shall be Arabic numerals.
Multiple-family dwellings, measurements, the number shall measure a minimum of six inches when
identifying individual apartments with exterior doors, and 12 inches when identifying buildings
with apartment complexes where there are two or more buildings not assigned street addresses.
Individual buildings with street addresses shall have numbers measuring six inches, location,
numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street end of the building so
as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot, color, numbers shall
be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic
numerals.
Commercial, industrial and office buildings, height, the numbers shall measure a minimum of 12 inches in
height, location generally, numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the
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street end of the building so as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the
parking lot,
property line or driveway, should the building be located far enough from a public or private road so
that the numbers are not clearly visible from the street, then the street address shall also be
posted on the property at or near the property line or driveway to said building,
color; each building, numbers shall be contrasting to the background color and shall be placed on
each building in the complex,
Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals,
Shopping centers. Shopping centers consisting of two or more stores shall have a tenant or suite
number affixed to the front of the tenant space and on the outside of the rear door which
corresponds with that tenant space. Numbers shall measure six inches in height.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 98-344)
ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. N/A
APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO):
2021 NFPA 1 Fire Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2021 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2009 IBC (International Building Code)
Latest editions of all other NFPA Codes as defined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
City of Dover Code of Ordinances
*If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person listed.
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KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT
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1679 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY • DOVER, DELAWARE 19901• (302) 608-5370 • WWW.KENTCD.ORG
CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
February 2022
APPLICATION: Lands of Ernestine F. Huff at 166 Mifflin Road
FILE #: AX-22-01
REVIEWING AGENCY: Kent Conservation District
CONTACT: Kate Owens
PHONE: 302-608-5370
EMAIL: stormwater@kentcd.org
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN
CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY
AND AREA OF EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS
ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
Source: 2019 Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Regulations
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
Kent Conservation District has no objection to the annexation and rezoning for the above referenced site.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
In the future, if there is any proposed disturbance that will exceed 5,000 square feet, a sediment and
stormwater management plan must be reviewed and approved by our office prior to any land disturbing
activity (i.e. clearing, grubbing, filling, grading, etc.).
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Item 5.
City of Dover
DATA SHEET FOR CONDITIONAL USE SITE PLAN REVIEW
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING OF February 9, 2022
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF February 22, 2022
Plan Title: Apartment at 773 South Queen Street, C-22-02
Plan Type: Conditional Use Site Plan
Location: East side of South Queen Street, opposite South West Street
Address: 773 South Queen Street
Tax Map ID: ED-05-077.13-01-30.04-000
Owner/Applicant: DMG Holdings LLC
Zoning: C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone)
Current Use: Professional Office (Dentist)
Proposed Use: Professional Office (Dentist)
Single Apartment Unit
Site Area: 0.84 +/- acres (36,590 SF)
Sewer & Water: City of Dover
Trash Service: Private
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903
Community Excellence Through Quality Service
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City of
Dover
CITY OF DOVER Planning
Office
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: February 9, 2022
APPLICATION: Apartment at 773 South Queen Street
FILE #: C-22-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Planning
CONTACT PERSON: Julian Swierczek AICP, Planner II PHONE #: (302) 736-7196
I. PLAN SUMMARY
This application is for review of a Conditional Use Site Plan to permit the conversion of 927 SF
within an existing 3,864 SF Building to serve as a Dwelling-Unit (Apartment). The remainder of
the building is to remain as office space. The property consists of one parcel of land totaling 0.84
acres +/- (36,590 SF). The property for the proposed development is zoned C-PO (Commercial
and Professional Office Zone). The property is located on the east side of South Queen Street,
opposite South West Street. The Owner of Record is DMG Holdings LLC. Property Address:
773 South Queen Street. Tax Parcel Number: ED-05-077.13-01-30.04-000.
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The subject property is located on the east side of South Queen Street, opposite the southern
terminus of South West Street. The applicant is proposing to convert 927 SF within an existing
3,864 SF Building to serve as a single dwelling-unit (Apartment). The remainder of the building
is to remain as office space. The Plans submitted by the Applicant note no proposed changes to
the exterior of the building or other site improvements. The Plans additionally included a
floorplan which appears to show the apartment as being proposed to contain two (2) bedrooms
and will have one entrance into the apartment unit from a shared vestibule with the Dentist
Office. This existing vestibule appears to be the main entrance to the Dentist Office space and is
located on the south side of the building. A second entrance is noted for the apartment, which
appears to be entirely new. It is located on the north side of the building providing access from
the apartment unit directly to the exterior of the building.
The parcels in the immediate vicinity of the subject site are all also zoned C-PO (Commercial
and Professional Office Zone). The property to the north is currently undeveloped and contains
little foliage other than grass. The next property immediately to the north is zoned C-PO and
contains medical offices. Both the properties to the rear (east) and south of the subject site
contain medical offices. Directly across the subject site to the west is the southern terminus of
South West Street. To the south of the road is a parcel zoned C-PO which is undeveloped as well
as other parcels zoned C-3 (Service Commercial Zone) and containing a mix of commercial and
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industrial uses. To the north of South West Street, directly across from the subject site is another
parcel zoned C-PO and containing medical offices.
Somewhat further afield to the west, north, and east of the subject site are properties zoned
primarily commercial containing a mix of commercial and industrial uses. Somewhat further to
the south is Dover and New Streets Park which itself borders the Sherwood Subdivision
containing primarily one-family detached dwelling units (single-family homes).
III. ZONING REVIEW
C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) Zoning
The existing use of the property as a professional office (Dentist) is considered to be a permitted
use in the C-PO Zone. The proposed addition of the residential use (one dwelling unit) to be
added within the existing building is classified as an apartment. An apartment is a conditional
use in the C-PO Zone. The Zoning Ordinance, Article 12 provides the following definition of an
apartment:
Apartment: A dwelling unit, within a building with other uses and/or dwelling units, that is
intended for use as a residence by an individual or a single family.
The following description of the C-PO zoning district is provided from Article 3 §26 of the
Zoning Ordinance.
Article 3 Section 26. – Commercial and Professional Office Zone (C-PO).
26.1 Uses permitted. In a commercial and professional office zone (C-PO), no building or premises
shall be used, and no building or part of a building shall be erected, which is arranged, intended, or
designed to be used, in whole or in part, for any purpose, except the following:
(a) Business, professional or governmental offices
(b) Banks
(c) Medical laboratories.
(d) Drive-in facilities accessory to any permitted use.
26.2 Conditional Uses. The following uses are permitted, conditional upon the approval of the
planning commission in accordance with the procedures and subject to the general conditions set
forth in article 10, section 1:
(a) Conditional uses accessory to permitted uses on the same lot:
(1) Cafeteria.
(2) Restaurant.
(3) Barbershop/beauty shop.
(4) Copy center.
(5) Office supply.
(6) Retail store.
(7) Newsstand.
(8) Spa and health club.
(9) Associated laboratories (other than those affiliated with permitted medical uses).
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(b) Residential uses as follows:
(1) Apartments and multifamily residences, provided at least two off-street parking
spaces shall be provided in the area for each unit.
(2) One family residences subject to the requirements of the RG-1 (General Residence)
zone.
26.3 Enclosed buildings. All permitted uses and all storage accessory thereto, other than offstreet
parking, shall be carried on in buildings fully enclosed on all sides, except for outdoor eating areas
associated with restaurants and outdoor sales areas approved by the city planner.
26.4 Performance standards. All uses are subject to performance standards as set forth in article 5,
section 8.1.
26.5 Site development plan approval. Site development plan approval in accordance with article 10,
section 2 hereof shall be required prior to the issuance of building permits for the erection or
enlargement of all structures and prior to the issuance of certificates of occupancy for any change of
use.
.
This Conditional Use Site Plan is subject to the requirements of Article 10 §1 further discussed
below.
With Conditional Use Site Plan applications, the Planning Commission reviews the proposed
project to determine whether or not the intended use for an apartment is appropriate in type and
scale for the immediate neighborhood. The Commission must also consider whether or not the
proposed use will have an adverse impact on the future orderly development of the surrounding
area. The following sections of the Zoning Ordinance which relates to the role of the
Commission in reviewing Conditional Use Site Plan applications are particularly relevant when
reviewing this application:
Article 10 §1.1 [Accessibility for fire and police protection.] That all proposed structures, equipment or
material shall be readily accessible for fire and police protection;
Article 10 §1.2 That the proposed use be of such location, size, and character that, in general, it will
be in harmony with the appropriate and orderly development of the zone in which it is proposed to be
situated and will not be detrimental to the orderly development of adjacent properties in accordance
with the zoning classification of such properties;
If the Planning Commission approves a Conditional Use Application, the use is granted as a
Conditional Use Permit. Such permits may be permanent, subject to limitations outlined in
Zoning Ordinance Article 10 §1.41 or be required by the Commission to undergo periodic
renewal, using the procedure described in Article 10 §1.42. Any Conditional Use Permit,
permanent or not, may be revoked using the procedure described in Article 10 §1.43 if the
conditions prescribed by the Commission in conjunction with the issuance of the Conditional
Use Permit have not been, or are no longer being complied with.
For a property seeking Conditional Use approval which does not need an associated Site
Development Plan approval (due to occupying an existing building), Article 10 §1.8 outlines the
submission requirements. These requirements include a map of the property showing existing
conditions with the appropriate legal data and information about the proposed use.
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IV. PARKING SUMMARY
The minimum parking requirements for the C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) is
one (1) parking space for every 300 S.F. Based on the size of the existing building (3,864 S.F.)
the site requires thirteen (13) parking spaces. The C-PO Zone however further specifies in
Article 3, Section 26.2(b)(1) that apartments and multifamily residences must provide at least
two off-street parking spaces for each apartment unit. The plan shows thirty-six (36) parking
spaces in the existing parking lot of which two (2) are handicap parking spaces. The Plans show
therefore that the property is currently compliant in meeting the vehicle parking requirements for
both the professional office (dentist) and proposed apartment use.
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle parking is required at a ratio of one space for every twenty parking spaces. As the site
contains thirty-six (36) vehicle parking spaces, this would require a minimum of two (2) bicycle
parking spaces. The Plans submitted do not currently show there to be any bicycle parking
facilities present.
Article 5, Section 18.5 of the Zoning Ordinance notes that the property owner or developer may
request a waiver from the Planning Commission from the requirements of providing bicycle
parking. However, the Applicant has indicated that they will not be submitting a waiver request
and will instead provide the bicycle parking facilities as required. This feature will therefore
need to be added to the Plans in order to achieve Final Plan Approval.
V. SITE CONSIDERATIONS
Access
There is currently an existing entrance to the site directly from South Queen Street, directly
opposite the southern terminus of South West Street. This entrance provides access to a drive
aisle which appears to run on the southern property line, providing access to the parking lot at the
rear (east) of the building. It is from this rear parking lot that a sidewalk provides pedestrian
access to the main entrance of the building on its south façade, as well as a concrete stair
providing a secondary access to the east side of the building. It is noted that the vehicle access
point to the subject site is additionally the vehicle access from South Queen Street for the
property immediately adjacent to the south which also contains medical offices. This adjacent
property to the south has no other vehicle access points.
Sidewalks
Sidewalks are currently in place along the South Queen Street frontage of the property. There is
one (1) existing sidewalk internal to the site which provides access from the rear parking lot to
the building. There are no existing sidewalks providing dedicated pedestrian access onto the site
from South Queen Street.
Article 5, Section 18.5 of the Zoning Ordinance notes that the property owner or developer may
request a waiver from the Planning Commission from the requirements of providing a sidewalk
connection onto the site from South Queen Street. The Applicant has however indicated to
Planning Staff that they do not intend to submit a waiver. They will instead implement the
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sidewalk connection from South Queen Street onto the site and connecting to existing pedestrian
facilities and to the building.
It is noted that the associated Floor Plan of the proposed apartment unit is showing a “mud
room” with direct access to the exterior of the north side of the building. The Site Plan however
does not show that there is any sidewalk, patio, or other exterior pedestrian amenity existing or
proposed for this area.
Lighting
The Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 7 requires lighting of commercial uses to provide no less
than 1½ footcandles at grade. Light shall be deflected away from adjacent residential areas and shall
not be distracting to traffic on adjacent roads. The Plans submitted note that “all existing site
lighting is provided [and] no new site lighting is proposed.” The Plans show that one pole light
exists on the north side of the rear parking lot, with a second pole light located at the eastern end of
the rear parking lot. There is a single floodlight noted as being present on the southeast corner of the
building itself. No new lighting schemes are proposed per this Plan submission.
Dumpsters
According to Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §6.12, the Dumpster requirements for an Office or Retail
space of less than 50,000 SF are two (2) Dumpsters required for the first 16,000 SF of gross floor
area, and one (1) for each additional 16,000 SF of gross floor area or fraction thereof. The Plans
submitted do not indicate any existing dumpster enclosure but do note that “one 4 yard trash
container will be used and stored behind the building parking lot.” The note further indicates that the
method of Trash Collection will be private.
Signage
The Plans submitted do not note any signage to exist on site; however, there is an existing monument
sign located at the front of the subject site along the South Queen Street frontage. This existing sign
had most recently advertised the address of the building as well as the business (dentist). If any new
signage is proposed, this will be subject to the provisions of the Zoning Ordinance Article 5, Section
4 and will be subject to a separate permit application and review. No new signage is proposed in the
Plans nor is any signage required per the establishment of a conditional use (apartment unit) within
an existing building in the C-PO Zone.
VI. TREE PLANTING AND LANDSCAPE PLAN
Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 16 lays out the requirements for tree planting and preservation.
A new project is required to provide tree planting at a rate of one (1) tree per 3,000 SF of the
“Development Area.” The site overall is noted as being 36,590 acres +/- (0.84 acres +/-); however,
with the proposed apartment unit of 927 SF, this would require a minimum of one (1) tree. The
Plans submitted appear to show that there are currently seven (7) trees on the subject site. Three (3)
trees are noted at the front (west) of the building, and four (4) trees at the rear (east) of the building
along the eastern end of the parking lot.
There are five (5) further plantings shown on the Site Plan being located along the south, west, and
north frontages of the main building; however, these plantings are not identified. There are no new
trees or landscaping proposed for this project.
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VII. CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
The subject proposal has been reviewed for code compliance, plan conformity, and completeness
in accordance with the agency’s authority and area of expertise. The following items have been
identified as elements which need to be addressed by the applicant:
1) Sidewalk must be implemented providing pedestrian access from South Queen Street to the
existing building in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance.
2) Bicycle Parking for a minimum two (2) bicycles must be implemented on-site in accordance with
the Zoning Ordinance.
3) Note if there are any easements or shared-access agreements in place with regards to this
property.
4) Note the locations of building entrances and identify whether the entrance is existing or
proposed. Note as well any proposed sidewalks, steps, or other exterior features required in
conjunction with any entrances.
5) Identify the vehicle parking spaces to be dedicated for the use of the apartment unit.
6) Note if there is any curbing present on site.
7) Note the dimensions of the existing Drive Aisle/ Fire Lane, as well as the parking spaces,
sidewalks, and any other Site features.
8) Clarify the location and format of a Dumpster Enclosure for the storage of trash/ recycling
containers.
9) Cover Sheet/ Conditional Use Site Plan (Sheet C1):
a) Where possible, show the property boundaries of adjacent properties.
b) Identify on the Site Plan the location of trash storage and note whether it is the existing or
proposed location.
c) Add the property information for the parcels located across south Queen Street to the
west of the subject site.
d) Note the location of the existing sign along the South Queen Street frontage.
e) Identify the location of sidewalks along the South Queen Street frontage.
f) Identify the types of trees/ other plantings shown.
g) Show the area of the front sidewalk which is a ramp.
h) Under “Drawing List,” correct “A1 - Building Architecture” to read “A1 – Proposed
Apartment Floorplan. Site Details.”
i) Data Column
i) Change the subject Tax Parcel ID Number to read ED-05-077.13-01-30.04-000.
ii) Correct the Zoning to read “C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone).”
iii) Correct the “Occupancy Type” to read “Proposed single Apartment Unit.” Include a
note as well as to the continued use as a Professional Office (Dentist) in the same
building.
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iv) Under “Building Area,” remove the words “Single Family” from the line that reads
“Single Family Apartment Area.”
v) Similarly, remove “Single Family” from “Single Family Apartment Area” and correct
the Data Item to read ”927 S.F. (net) proposed apartment unit.”
vi) Under “Required Parking” note that two (2) dedicated vehicle parking spaces are
required for the establishment of an apartment use in the C-PO Zone.
10) Building Architecture (Sheet 1)
a) For consistency with the Cover Sheet, correct this sheet to be similarly labeled as
“Proposed Apartment Floorplan. Site Details.”
VIII. RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET
CODE OBJECTIVES:
In accordance with the Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 §1, the Planning Commission in
considering and acting upon Conditional Use Plans may prescribe appropriate conditions and
safeguards so that the public health, safety, and welfare, the comfort and convenience of the
public in general, and the residents of the immediate neighborhood in particular shall be taken
into consideration. These safeguards may to the maximum extent possible further the expressed
intent of the Zoning Ordinance and the accomplishment of several objectives in particular listed
in subsections 1.1 to 1.3.
1) Conditional Use for Apartments: The request is for the establishment of Apartment use
through the Conditional Use process. The location of subject site is in proximity to other
residential areas (nearby Sherwood Subdivision), to a variety of commercial, service, and
office establishments, and employment opportunities. More specifically, the applicant is
the new owner of the Dental Practice which shares the same building as the proposed
apartment unit.
a. The proposal would allow for a mixed-use of the existing building, and further
promote higher density.
2) Planning Staff encourages the Applicant to implement a more formal method of trash
storage, by including a dumpster enclosure in compliance with the provisions of Article
5, Section 6 of the Zoning Ordinance. The Dumpster Enclosure should be located at the
rear (east) of the main building and shield any trash receptacles from the view of
customers parking in the parking lot, as well as adjacent property owners.
IX. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1) The Planning Commission should act upon the request for waivers as part of any motion
regarding this project application, or as a separate motion as necessary. Note: All waivers
are at the discretion of the Planning Commission. The Commission may approve or deny
waiver requests.
2) In the event, that major changes and revisions to the Conditional Use Site Plan occur in
the finalization of the Conditional Use Site Plan contact the Department of Planning and
Inspections. Examples include relocation of site components like paving and increases in
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floor area. These changes may require resubmittal for review by the Development
Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, or other agencies and commissions making
recommendations in regard to the Plan.
3) Following Planning Commission approval of the Conditional Use Site Plan, the Plan
must be revised to meet all conditions of approval from the Development Advisory
Committee or as otherwise noted. A Check Print must be submitted for review by
Planning Office Staff and the other commenting agencies. Upon determination that the
Plan is complete and all agency approvals have been received, copies of the Plan may be
submitted for final endorsement (Final Plan Approval).
4) Other agencies and departments which participate in the Development Advisory
Committee may provide additional comments related to their areas of expertise and code
requirements.
5) For building renovations, the requirements of the building code and the fire code must be
complied with. Consult with the Chief Building Inspector and City of Dover Fire Marshal
for these requirements. The resolution of these items may impact the site design including
such items as building dimensions and height, building openings, and fire protection
needs, etc.
6) The applicant/developer shall be aware that prior to any development or ground
disturbing activities on the site the appropriate site inspections and permits are required.
This includes activities to clean-up existing vegetation, the import of fill dirt, etc.
7) Construction may have an effect on the adjacent property owners and nearby travel lanes.
Any work requiring the closing or rerouting of potential customers or visitors to adjacent
properties should be coordinated as to offer the least amount of inconvenience to the
adjacent property owners.
8) The addresses for the new apartment unit proposed will need to be confirmed with the
City’s Tax Assessment Office. The existing address may be revised, or suite addresses
assigned.
9) The applicant shall be aware that Conditional Use Site Plan approval does not represent a
Building Permit and associated construction activity permits. A separate application
process is required for issuance of a Building Permit from the City of Dover.
10) The applicant shall be aware that Plan approval does not represent a Sign Permit, nor
does it convey permission to place any sign on the premises. Any proposed site or
building identification sign may require a Sign Permit from the City of Dover prior to
placement of any such sign in accordance with Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §4.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the
above contact person and the Planning Department as soon as possible.
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CITY OF DOVER Item 5.
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: FEBRUARY 2, 2022
APPLICATION: Apartment at 773 South Queen Street
FILE #: C-22-02
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Department of Public Works and Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PERSON: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7025
CONTACT PHONE #: jlyon@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE WITH THIS
A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
WATER
1. Our office has no objection to the conditional use proposed for the subject property.
2. Due to the fact that this property is changing uses, water usage projections (peak demand or plumbing fixtures) must be submitted
to our office to correctly determine the size of the domestic and irrigation (if applicable) water meter for the building. These
projections must be submitted prior to approval so the meter size can be placed on the final site plan, if an upgrade is required.
The proposed water meter must be installed in a pit per City of Dover requirements and manufacturer’s recommendations. Also,
a dual check valve is required downstream of the meter.
3. If a fire sprinkler system is required to be installed, please see the following:
a. The domestic service, fire main connection and valves must be clearly shown for each building. A valve must be installed at
the tee to isolate combined fire and domestic water service to the building from the water loop. Typically this valve is installed
at the tee or an acceptable distance from the building. A valve must be provided on the domestic water service, which must
be tapped off of the combined eight-inch (8”) fire/domestic service outside of the building. The domestic water tap and valve
should be as close to the building as possible. Typically, the domestic tap and valve are located within five feet (5’) to ten
feet (10’) of the building. A blow up detail of this layout is recommended.
b. Provide a construction detail for the proposed restraining system for the fire main located within the buildings. The
Department of Public Works will test and inspect all fire mains to a blind flange located inside the buildings. The blind flange
with tap is used for hydrostatic pressure testing (200 psi for two (2) hours) and dechlorination. The flange must be restrained
in the direction of the pipe entering the facility. A pipe entering horizontally through a wall sleeve shall be restrained with
rods through the wall. A pipe entering vertically through a slab shall be restrained through the floor to the ninety degree
(90 ) bend and thrust block. All rods shall be a minimum of ¾” all thread. All pipes through walls and slabs must be Class 52
cement lined ductile iron pipe. Confirm particulars to meet this requirement with mechanical designer.
WASTEWATER
1. Our office has no objection to the conditional use proposed for the subject property.
2. Sizing (flow) calculations must be submitted for all sanitary sewer laterals (other than for single-family dwellings) showing that
velocity and all other requirements are met. All proposed wastewater utility components must meet the requirements of the
Public Utilities Water Wastewater Handbook, effective date March 22, 2010. Please contact our office for more information.
STORMWATER
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STREETS
1. Prior to final approval, please provide the letter of no objection, or approval letter from DelDOT.
SANITATION / GENERAL
1. None.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. None
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
WATER
1. Water impact fees may be associated with this project.
2. One meter shall be utilized for the entire building.
WASTEWATER
1. Wastewater impact fees may be associated with this project.
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS / GENERAL
1. None
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE
P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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Item 5.
CITY OF DOVER ELECTRIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: FEB 2, 2022
APPLICATION: Apartment at 773 South Queen St
FILE #: C-22-02
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric Department
CONTACT PERSON: Paul Waddell, Electric Director
Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Operations Superintendent
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7072
CONTACT EMAIL: pwaddell@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE
WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC
1. Any relocation or upgrade of existing electrical equipment will be engineered by the City of Dover Electric
Department. Developer may be required to perform a quantity of the relocation. Any work performed by the City of
Dover will be at the owner’s expense.
2. Owner is responsible for locating all existing underground facilities to include electric, water and gas.
3. Owner is responsible for site and/or street lighting.
4. Must maintain 10' clearance around all electrical equipment, unless pre-approved by the City of Dover Electric
Engineering Department.
5. Prior to the completion of any/all designs and estimates, the owner is responsible for providing the Electric
Engineering Department with a physical address of the property.
6. All Engineering and design for Dover Electric will be engineered upon receipt of final approved plans. All Engineering
work will be furnished by the City’s Electric Engineering Department.
GENERAL
1. Final site plan must be submitted in a digital format compatible with AutoCAD 2010 (.dwg format) and Adobe Reader
(.pdf format), if applicable.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
1. Owner must give the City of Dover Electric Department three (3) months’ notice prior to construction. Owner is
responsible for following the requirements outlined in the City of Dover’s Electric Service Handbook. The handbook
is now available on the website at the following link: https://evogov.s3.amazonaws.com/media/27/media/13108.pdf.
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ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
1. Provide load sheets as soon as possible for proper sizing of transformers and creation of primary fee estimates.
Current load sheets can be found at the following link:
https://www.cityofdover.com/media/Electric%20Department/COD%20Electric%20Load%20Sheet.pdf.
2. Electric service is currently provided by the City.
3. If any upgrade to electric supply needs to be accomplished, customer will be responsible for all costs associated with
the project.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON
AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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APPLICATION: Apartment at 773 S Queen St
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FILE #: C-22-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY, AND
COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESS BY THE
APPLICANT:
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Proposed occupancy classification is apartment.
2. Building Access shall be no further than 50 feet from a primary entrance
Where buildings are provided with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
NFPA 13, access shall be no further than 100 feet from the primary entrance.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.4)
3. Parking shall be prohibited in front of the primary entrance for a width of not less than 1.5 times the
width of the door(s) or for 10 feet, whichever is greater.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.3.2)
4. Perimeter access shall be 35% and clearly shown on the plans.
Perimeter Access minimum width shall be 15 feet measured from the face of the building at grade
with a maximum slope of ten percent (10%). Plantings and utility services (includes condenser units,
transformers, etc.) shall be permitted within the perimeter access, and shall not interfere with
emergency services fire ground operations.
If a physical barrier (fence, pond, steep slope, etc) prevents access, that portion of the building
perimeter shall not be included in the calculation of Percent of Perimeter Access.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.5)
5. Fire lanes shall cover (existing) of the proposed building.
Fire lanes are required to be 24 feet wide and run along the front of the building as determined by the
primary entrance(s). In cases where there is more than one primary entrance(s), each shall be served
by a fire lane even if this exceeds the percentage as required.
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The closest edge of fire lanes shall not be located closer than ten (10) feet to the exterior wall and the
closest edge of fire lanes shall not be located further than 50 feet from the exterior wall if one or two
stories in height; 40 feet if three or four stories in height, or 30 feet if over four stories in height.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5)
6. Where parking is located between the building and the fire lane, parking shall not be located closer
than 15 feet to the exterior wall.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.4.1)
7. All Fire Lanes shall be marked as follows:
both the inner and outer edges of the fire lane shall be marked, where curbs are present, the top and
face of the curb shall be painted yellow, where no curbs are present, a four inch (4”) solid yellow
demarcation line shall mark the edge(s) of the fire lane.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 7)
8. The specific color yellow shall be the uniformly accepted yellow as utilized by State of Delaware
Department of Transportation (DelDOT). Only vivid and durable paint shall be used and shall be
suitable for street surfaces
9. Fire lane signs shall be located as follows:
see Figure 5-16 – Approved Sign For Marking Fire Lanes, fire lane signs shall be spaced at 150 foot
intervals maximum, all fire lane signs shall be located no less than six feet (6’) and no higher than
eight feet (8’) above the pavement, signs shall be placed at each end of the fire lane, and signs shall
face all oncoming traffic.
Where parking is not restricted roadway markings shall utilize the words "FIRE" and "LANE" in lieu
of fire lane signs and shall conform to the specifications of 7.6.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 7)
10. Where overhangs, canopies, balconies, or any other building or site features must project over any
fire lane, an unobstructed vertical clearance of not less than 13’-6” above the fire lane shall be
provided and the portion of the building perimeter which contains overhangs, canopies, balconies, or
any other building features shall not apply towards the fire lane accessibility requirements of Section
4.0, Table 5-1 in this chapter.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.8)
11. Speed Reduction Devices must be approved, please see City of Dover Ordinance Chapter 98-10 in
reference to this process.
12. NFPA 72 compliant Fire Alarm System required per occupancy code requirements.
Fire alarm in place of assembly. Fire alarm required. Any new occupancy or new portion of an
occupancy determined to be a place of assembly by the fire marshal and is capable of receiving an
occupant load of 75 persons or greater, shall be required to install a fire alarm in accordance with
NFPA codes governing the installation of fire alarms and the National Electrical Code.
Fire alarm system required. Any existing occupancy or portion of an existing occupancy determined to
be a place of assembly by the fire marshal, and is undergoing renovations in excess of 50 percent of
the assessed value of the building and is capable of receiving an occupant load 75 persons or greater
or is being enlarged to receive an occupant load of 75 persons or greater, shall be required to install
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a complete fire alarm system in accordance with NFPA codes governing the installation of fire
alarms and the National Electrical Code.
Public mode audible requirements. To ensure that audible public mode signals are clearly heard by
occupants of a structure, they shall have a sound level at least 15 decibels (dB) above the average
ambient sound level or five decibels (dB) above the maximum sound level having a duration of at
least 60 seconds, whichever is greater, measured five feet (1.5m) above the floor in the area required
to be served by the system using the A-weighted scale dBA. In the event the stated requirement
cannot be met a shunt trip relay/switches shall be the approved method of meeting the intent of
this section of the Code.
(City Code of Ordinances 46-171)
13. Sprinkler system required. System is to be monitored by an approved Fire Alarm System.
This chapter shall apply to all buildings, structures, marine vessels, premises, and conditions which
are modified by more than 50% after the effective date of these Regulations. The 50% figure shall be
calculated utilizing the gross square footage of the building, structure, marine vessel, premises and
conditions as to arrive at the correct application.
Any proposal that is presented to the Office of the State Fire Marshal for review and approval
for a building rehabilitation as defined in the 101 Life Safety Code, for less than 50% of the gross
square footage of a non-sprinklered building, may not have another such project for the same
building submitted for review and approval any sooner than three (3) years after the date of the final
inspection unless sprinkler projection is provided throughout the entire building.
In all buildings exceeding 10,000 square feet of aggregate, gross floor area.
In all buildings in excess of 40 feet in height or more than four (4) stories in height.
In all buildings or areas thereof used for the storage, fabricating, assembling, manufacturing,
processing, display or sale of combustible goods, wares, merchandise, products, or materials when
more than two (2) stories or 25 feet in height.
In all basement areas exceeding 2,500 square feet floor area.
In residential occupancies when of: Type V (0,0,0) or Type III (2,0,0) construction and
exceeding two (2) stories or 25 feet in height. Type V (1,1,1) and Type III (2,1,1) or
Type IV (2,H,H) construction exceeding three (3) stories or 3In all residential apartment
buildings storage areas except individual unit closets that are located within individual residential
living units.
In all buildings used as health care occupancies as defined in the Life Safety Code, NFPA 101,
as adopted and/or modified by these Regulations. In all buildings or areas classified as "high hazard"
under the Life Safety Code, NFPA 101, or "extra hazard" under the Standard for the Installation of
Sprinkler Systems, NFPA 13, as adopted and/or modified by these Regulations.
All buildings used as dormitories, in whole or in part, to house students at a public or private
school or public or private institution of higher education. (16 Del.C. Ch. 88) This applies to all such
dormitories regardless if new or existing.
(2015 State of Delaware fire Prevention Regulations, 702, Chapter 4)
Places of assembly shall be sprinklered throughout in accordance with the most recently adopted
edition of NFPA 13 when the following apply:
All new indoor places of assembly with an occupant load of 150 persons or greater.
Any interior renovations of 50 percent or more to an existing place of assembly with an occupant
load greater than 150 persons.
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Any additions or increase in interior size to an existing place of assembly that would create an
occupant load of 150 persons or greater.
Places of assembly where alcohol is served for consumption on the premises shall be sprinklered
throughout in accordance with the most recently adopted edition of NFPA 13 when the following
apply:
All new indoor places of assembly with an occupant load of 100 persons or greater and where
alcohol will be served for consumption on the premises.
Any interior renovation of 50 percent or more to an existing place of assembly with an occupant
load greater than 100 persons and where alcohol will be served for consumption on the premises.
Any additions or increase in interior size to an existing place of assembly which would create an
occupant load of 100 persons or greater and where alcohol will be served for consumption on the
premises.
New educational occupancies of 5,000 square feet or greater shall be sprinklered throughout in
accordance with the most recently adopted edition of NFPA 13.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances 46-162)
14. Fire Department Connection is to be a 5-inch stortz connection on a 30-degree elbow located within
50 feet of main entrance. Access to the Fire Department Connection must be clear unobstructed
access as defined by the AHJ.
Fire department connections. Unless otherwise approved by the fire marshal, fire department
connections shall be on the street side of the building and shall be located and arranged so that
hose lines can be readily and conveniently attached to without interference from any nearby
obstructions as defined by the fire marshal's office. Fire department connections shall be a five-
inch Storz. Fire department connections shall be within 300 feet of an approved City of Dover Fire
Hydrant and within 50 feet of the main entrance of the structure it serves. All fire department
connections shall be not less than three feet nor more than five feet in height above finished grade.
The fire marshal shall have the authority to require more stringent requirements when deemed
necessary. (City of Dover Code of Ordinances 46-162)
15. Parking and/or obstructions shall be prohibited in front of fire department connections for a distance
measuring from the center line and extending four feet on both sides.
(2015 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.3.4)
16. Fire Department Connection to be located within 300 feet of fire hydrant, measured as hose would
come off the fire equipment.
17. The installation of natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators, valves, and LP gas bottles shall be
protected from impact damage by impact protection. Natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators, and
valves located inside structures shall have impact protection, except when located in separate
protected utility rooms.
Dimensions of bollards. Bollards shall be a minimum of six-inch diameter filled with concrete. The
bollard shall be set into the ground at a depth of at least 36 inches (three ft.) embedded in concrete at
a minimum of 18 inches surrounding the bollard. The bollards must be a least 48 inches (four ft.) in
height above the finish grade elevation. Any deviation of the stated requirements must be approved
by the fire marshal and/or chief building inspector. The above dimensions shall serve as the
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requirement for installation; however, the fire marshal and/or chief building inspector shall have the
authority to require more stringent dimensions to fit the needs of devices warranting impact
protection.
Color of bollards. Bollards should be of the following colors; yellow, amber or orange. All colors shall be
of fluorescent or have a reflective coating. Any deviation of the stated requirements must be approved
by the fire marshal and/chief building inspector.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 46-4)
18. Every house, building or structure used or intended for use as living quarters or as a place for
conducting business, and having any wall facing or abutting any public or private street or alley, shall
have displayed on that wall, in legible, easily read characters which are of contrasting color to the
background, the proper street number for such house, building, or structure in accordance with the
following:
One-family and two-family residential structures, height, the number shall measure a minimum of four inches
in height, location, the number shall be placed on the house above or to the left or right of the front
entrance, color, the number shall be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers
shall be Arabic numerals.
Multiple-family dwellings, measurements, the number shall measure a minimum of six inches when
identifying individual apartments with exterior doors, and 12 inches when identifying buildings with
apartment complexes where there are two or more buildings not assigned street addresses.
Individual buildings with street addresses shall have numbers measuring six inches, location, numbers
shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street end of the building so as to be
visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot, color, numbers shall be
contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals.
Commercial, industrial and office buildings, height, the numbers shall measure a minimum of 12 inches in
height, location generally, numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street
end of the building so as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot,
property line or driveway, should the building be located far enough from a public or private road so that
the numbers are not clearly visible from the street, then the street address shall also be posted on the
property at or near the property line or driveway to said building,
color; each building, numbers shall be contrasting to the background color and shall be placed on each
building in the complex,
Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals,
Shopping centers. Shopping centers consisting of two or more stores shall have a tenant or suite number
affixed to the front of the tenant space and on the outside of the rear door which corresponds with
that tenant space. Numbers shall measure six inches in height.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 98-344)
19. A lock box (Knox) containing any and all means necessary for fire department access shall be
provided at the following occupancies: any occupancy that contains a fire alarm signaling system that
is monitored off-site, or any occupancy that contains an automatic sprinkler system.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 5, 2.4)
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Secured key systems. When required; exemption. A secured key system shall be required for any new or
existing building where a fire alarm or sprinkler system is being installed. It shall be the
responsibility of the owner or occupant to keep a set of keys in the secured key box that are
current to the locks of the protected occupancy. Buildings with 24-hour staffing or guard service
shall be exempt from this subsection.
Location. The secured key system shall be located as close to the main entrance as possible. Should
the building design not allow the secured key system to be located by the main entrance, the fire
marshal and fire chief shall come to an agreement as to an alternate location for the key box. A
secured key system, once installed, shall not be obstructed from view or obstructed by any means
that would delay the fire department access to the box.
Required keys. Keys to be secured in the key box shall include keys to all points of ingress or egress,
whether on the interior or exterior of the building, and keys to locked mechanical rooms, electrical
rooms, elevator rooms, fire alarm and sprinkler controls and any area protected by automatic fire
detection. Keys to individual residential apartment units are not required.
Ordering responsibility. It shall be the responsibility of the general contractor to order the key box for
new buildings. It shall be the responsibility of the owner or tenant to order the key box for existing
buildings.
Installation before testing. No acceptance test for sprinklers or fire alarms shall be conducted before
the installation of a key box.
(City Code of Ordinances 46-127)
Knox Box to be mounted 6 feet above ground level
20. All required means of egress shall have an exit discharge consisting of a non-slip surface and leading
to and terminating at a public way. NFPA 101
21. Project to be completed per approved Site Plan.
22. Full building and fire plan review is required.
23. Separate building permits/plans submission will be required for each building and/or tenant fit out. If
the permit submission is for a “shell” a Certificate of Occupancy will not be issued. Separate plans
and permits submissions will be required for each “tenant fit out” at which time a Certificate of
Occupancy will be issued upon compliance/completion of each “tenant fit out”.
Each “shell” will require a fire permit for sprinkler and fire alarm if applicable. Those systems (for the
“shell”) must be accepted into service prior to any “tenant fit out” fire permits being issued.
24. Construction or renovations cannot be started until building plans are approved.
25. Fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, hoods, exhaust ducts, and hood suppression systems
require a fire permit from the Fire Marshal’s Office. This work cannot be started until the permit is
approved.
26. Building cannot be occupied by the public until a Certificate of Occupancy is obtained.
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ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. Need to confirm the occupancy classification (apartment or one family dwelling).
Plan refers to both several times. Above comments are in reference to apartment
occupancy classification.
APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO):
2021 NFPA 1 Fire Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2021 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2009 IBC (International Building Code)
Latest editions of all other NFPA Codes as defined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
City of Dover Code of Ordinances
*If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person listed.
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CITY OF DOVER D
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APPLICATION: Apartment at 773 South Queen Street
FILE#: C-22-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Ryan Schroder PHONE#: 302-760-2674
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THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY'S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
CITY & STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
No person, firm, corporation or the like shall construct, open, reconstruct, maintain, modify or use any
crossing or entrance onto a state-maintained highway, street or road, including any drainage modifications
leading into or carried by the highway drainage system, without first having complied with standards and
regulations adopted by the Department and having obtained a permit issued by the Department.
Please contact the Delaware Department of Transportation - Development Coordination section to begin
permit process.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE
OBJECTIVES:
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. It is expected that DelDOT Subdivisions will need to review and approve the
development through the Letter Of No Contention (LONC) process.
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KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Item 5.
1679 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY • DOVER, DELAWARE 19901• (302) 608-5370 • WWW.KENTCD.ORG
CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
February 2022
APPLICATION: Apartment at 773 South Queen Street
FILE #: C-22-02
REVIEWING AGENCY: Kent Conservation District
CONTACT: Kate Owens
PHONE: 302-608-5370
EMAIL: stormwater@kentcd.org
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN
CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY
AND AREA OF EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS
ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
Source: 2019 Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Regulations
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
Kent Conservation District has no objection to the conditional use site plan for the above referenced site.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
Construction activities that disturb less than 5,000 square feet are exempt from Delaware Sediment and
Stormwater Regulations.
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City of Dover
DATA SHEET FOR MINOR SUBDIVISION PLAN REVIEW
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING OF February 9, 2022
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF February 22, 2022
Plan Title: Lands of Juarez at 508 Acorn Lane, SB-22-02
Plan Type: Minor Subdivision Plan
Applicant/Owner: Raul M. Juarez
Property Location: East side of Acorn Lane with a tract of land on the west side of Acorn Lane.
Property Address(es): 508 Acorn Lane
Tax Parcel: ED-05-068.15-01-10.00-000
Existing Parcel Area: 2.455 acres +/- (total)
1.315 acres+/- (Tract of land west of Acorn Lane)
1.140 acres+/- (Tract of land east of Acorn Lane)
Parcels to be Created: Lot 1 (Residual): 0.67 acres+/- (existing dwelling unit)
Lot 2 (Proposed): 0.47 acres+/-
Lot 3 (Proposed): 1.315 acres+/-
Present Zoning: R-8 (One-Family Residence Zone)
Proposed Zoning (all three Lots): R-8 (One-Family Residence Zone)
Current Use: Residential (One-Family Detached Dwelling Unit)
Proposed Uses: No proposed changes in uses
Previous Applications: AX-13-02 Lands of Juarez – Annexation and Rezoning
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 51
Community Excellence Through Quality Service
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City of
Dover
CITY OF DOVER Planning
Office
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: February 9, 2022
APPLICATION: Minor Subdivision Plan for Lands of Juarez at 508 Acorn Lane
FILE #: SB-22-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Planning
CONTACT PERSON: Julian Swierczek, AICP PHONE #: (302) 736-7196
I. PLAN SUMMARY
This Application is the review of a Minor Subdivision Plan to subdivide one (1) property (on two
(2) tracts of land) consisting of 2.455 acres +/- into three (3) parcels (Lots 1, 2 and 3). Lot 1
(Residual) is to be 0.67 acres+/- and encompasses the bulk of the primary tract of land east of
Acorn Lane and containing the one-family detached dwelling unit (single-family home). Lot 2 is
to be 0.47 acres+/- and is the smaller portion of the tract of land east of Acorn Lane and contains
no development. Lot 3 is the western portion of the existing tract of land west of Acorn Lane and
is proposed to be 1.315 acres+/- and is currently undeveloped. The subject property is located on
the east side of Acorn Lane with a tract of land on the west side of Acorn Lane. The property is
zoned R-8 (One-Family Residence Zone). The owner of record is Raul M. Juarez. Property
Address: 508 Acorn Lane. Tax Parcel Number: ED-05-068.15-01-10.00-000. Council District 3.
Previous Applications
This site was most recently the subject of Annexation and Rezoning Plan AX-13-02 lands of
Raul Juarez at 508 Acorn Lane, which received a unanimous recommendation in favor of
approval and rezoning from RS-1 to R-8 (One-Family Residential Zone) at the November 2013
meeting of the City of Dover Planning Commission. It received subsequent approval from the
City of Dover City Council at their December 9, 2013 meeting.
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – Minor Subdivision
This Minor Subdivision Plan proposes to subdivide the property into three lots. The property is
currently one parcel on two tracts of land. See the following Table for summary of the lots.
Site Proposed Area
Acreage
Lot 1 0.67 acres+/- The bulk of the property east of Acorn Lane.
(Residual) Site of existing one-family detached dwelling.
Lot 2 0.47 acres+/- Currently vacant, on east side of Acorn Lane,
(Proposed) and to the south of the existing dwelling. No
new Development proposed at present.
Lot 3 1.315 acres+/- Currently vacant, on west side of Acorn Lane.
(Proposed) No new Development proposed at present.
TOTAL 2.455 acres +/-
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As noted in the Summary Table, the existing one-family detached dwelling (single-family home)
is located on what is proposed to be the new Lot 1. The proposed Lots 2 and 3 (Proposed Lot 3 is
on west side of Acorn Lane and predominantly wooded) are currently vacant and there is no new
development proposed.
III. SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS REVIEW
The procedures for subdivision of land are found in the Land Subdivision Regulations, (Dover Code
of Ordinances, Appendix A). Planning Staff confirms this application as a Minor Subdivision.
Therefore, the Planning Commission may find the application is subject to one public hearing and
review for action by the Planning Commission followed by the administrative process to complete
the Final Plat for recordation.
In order to subdivide the property, the plan review must ensure that the subdivision does not
create any non-conformities with the bulk standards of the Zoning Ordinance. These bulk
standards include minimum lot size, front yard setbacks, side yard setbacks, rear yard setbacks,
lot coverage, etc. See also discussion below under Zoning Review.
IV. ZONING REVIEW
R-8 Zoning District
The property is zoned R-8 (One-Family Residence Zone) and is subject to the regulations of
Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 §1 and Article 4 §4. The use as a one-family detached dwelling-unit
(single-family home) is a permitted use in the R-8 Zone, and the proposed Lots appear to comply
with the Zoning Bulk Provisions as noted in Article 4 §4 of the Zoning Ordinance. The
following Table highlights some of the lot design standards for the R-8 zone:
Minimum Required R-8 (one family
residence zone)
Lot area (sq. ft.) 8,000
Lot width (ft.) 70
Lot depth (ft.) 100
Front yard 25
Minimum side yard (ft.) 10
Total both side yard (ft.) 20
Rear yard (ft.) 30
Livable floor area/ DU (sq. ft.) -
Off-street parking spaces/ dwelling units 2
Maximum Permitted
Building Height:
Stories 2½
Feet 35
Lot Coverage 35%
V. SITE CONSIDERATIONS
Site Access
There is only one existing point of vehicle access onto the site, via Acorn Lane onto the eastern
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land tract. This access is to accommodate the existing one-family detached dwelling unit which
is on the proposed Lot 2. There is currently no vehicle or dedicated pedestrian access onto the
tract of land west of Acorn Lane. No new access points are planned as there are currently no
plans for development of the proposed Lots 2 or 3. Site access and other site features will be
evaluated once development of the properties is proposed and will be required to meet all
relevant Code requirements and necessary agency approvals for development to occur.
Sidewalk
There is no sidewalk along either the east or west frontages of Acorn Lane. Nor is there currently
any sidewalk provided along the White Oak Road frontage (north) of the proposed Lot 3. The
need for any site improvements or site access requirements (including sidewalks) will be
assessed once any potential development of the new Lots is proposed.
VI. TREE AND LANDSCAPE PLANTING
The tree preservation, tree planting and landscaping requirements are subject principally to the
regulations found in Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Sections 15 and 16 and are also addressed in
other various sections of code related to buffering, screening, and open space. This is not
required for this Minor Subdivision Plan review.
VII. CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
The subject proposal has been reviewed for code compliance, plan conformity, and completeness
in accordance with this agency’s authority and area of expertise. The following items have been
identified as elements which need to be addressed by the applicant:
1) Correct the Tax Parcel Number in the Title Block Label.
2) Provide the zoning and the addresses of adjacent properties.
3) Note the Scale of the Location Map at top left. Note as well that two location maps are
required; one at 1,200 feet to an inch, another at 400 feet to an inch.
4) Label the Sanitary/ Sewer Easements that cross the proposed Lot 3.
5) In the Data Column:
(a) Note the proposed Zoning for all three (3) proposed Lots.
(b) Include the note “(One-Family Residence Zone)” in addition to where it says “R-8”
(c) Correct “Conditional Use” to instead read “Project Proposal”
(i) Correct the note to read “…to subdivide one (1) existing parcel on two (2) tracts
of land on Acorn Lane into three (3) separate parcels.”
(d) Provide the Site Area in its current form, noting the Site area for the Site overall, as
well as the existing Tract areas (for each tract on either side of Acorn Lane). This
should be done in addition to the proposed Site Areas of Lots 1, 2 and 3.
(e) Correct the proposed square footage of Lot 3 to match the existing square footage.
(f) Note the existing structure as a “One-Family Detached Dwelling Unit (single-family
home).”
(g) Provide the bulk standards for R-8 that will apply to all lots (existing Setbacks, Lot
Coverage, etc.). Correct the notes to not just specify these standards as applying to the
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proposed Lot 2.
(h) Where it says “Proposed Use: Residential,” note whether any development is
proposed. If no development is proposed, note as such.
4) The Final Plan set must include notes documenting any action taken by the Planning
Commission and must list any additional conditions of approval.
5) The Record Plan Sheet must document and identify any existing and proposed easements for
cross access, utilities, drainage, etc. associated with the subdivision of these lot. However,
any associated recorded documents may need to be updated to clarify rights are for both Lot
1 and Lot 2.
6) The Final Record Plat submission must include requirements described in Dover Code of
Ordinances, Appendix A: Land Subdivision Regulations, Article IV, C. Plat and any
additional requirements of the Planning Commission.
7) The formal Record Plan will need to be recorded upon completion of the approval process
with any corrections identified by the reviewing agencies.
VIII. RECOMMENDED ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS TO MEET CODE
OBJECTIVES:
The Land Subdivision Regulations, Article I. Purpose, indicates that the regulations are adopted
in order to promote and protect the public health, safety, convenience and general welfare;
ensure the orderly growth and development of the City, the conservation, protection and proper
use of land, and adequate provision for housing, recreation, circulation, utilities and services; and
safeguard the City from undue future expenditure for the maintenance of streets and public
spaces.
1) This Minor Subdivision Plan creates three (3) lots out of the one parcel (over two tracts of
land). The proposed Lot #1 is the bulk of the tract of land east of Acorn Lane and contains
the existing one-family detached dwelling unit (single-family home), and this development
appears to remain compliant with R-8 zoning bulk standards. The proposed Lot #2 is
currently vacant and no development is proposed at this time. The proposed Lot #3 is largely
wooded but is otherwise undeveloped, and there is no new development proposed at this
time. The Subdivision Plan generally appears to comply with the Land Subdivision
Regulations.
Other agencies may recommend additional conditions and safeguards in accordance with their
areas of expertise. The Recommended Additional Considerations to Meet Code Objectives are
offered for consideration by the Planning Commission.
IX. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1) In the event, that major changes and revisions to the Minor Subdivision Plan occur in the
finalization of the Plan contact the Department of Planning and Inspections. These changes
may require resubmittal for review by the Development Advisory Committee, Planning
Commission, or other agencies making recommendations in regard to the plan.
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2) Following Planning Commission approval of the Minor Subdivision Plan, the Plan must be
revised to meet all conditions of approval from the Development Advisory Committee or as
otherwise noted. A Check Print must be submitted for review by Planning Office Staff. Upon
determination that the Plan is complete and all agency approvals have been received, copies
of the Plan must be submitted for final endorsement prior to recordation at the Kent County
Recorder of Deeds Office.
3) Other agencies and departments which participate in the Development Advisory Committee
may provide additional comments related to their areas of expertise and code requirements.
4) The applicant shall be aware that Minor Subdivision Plan approval does not represent a site
development approval, a Building Permit, Sign Permit, and associated construction activity
permits. A separate application process is required for review and approvals for development
activity from the City of Dover.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the
above contact person and the Planning Department as soon as possible.
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CITY OF DOVER Item 6.
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: FEBRUARY 2, 2022
APPLICATION: Lands of Juarez at 508 Acorn Lane: Minor Subdivision Plan
FILE #: SB-22-02
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Department of Public Works and Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PERSON: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7025
CONTACT PHONE #: jlyon@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE WITH THIS
A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. Our office has no objection to the minor subdivision plan. Further requirements will be provided if additional development
plans are submitted.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. None.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
WATER
1. Water impact fees will be associated with future development of this site.
WASTEWATER
1. Wastewater impact fees will be associated with future development of this site.
2. In accordance with the special assessment accepted by City Council on April 12, 1993, Lot #3 will be required to pay a fee of $40
per front foot of property that is adjacent to Acorn Lane when it is connected to the City of Dover wastewater system. Please
note that Lot #1 and Lot #2 have already paid the assessment, which was outlined in a letter from the City on December 3, 2013.
SANITATION
1. If this property is developed into a commercial business, please find the following:
a. Every commercial customer shall provide such premises with a sufficient number of solid waste containers to provide
adequate capacity for the solid waste placed out for collection without overloading the capacity of the containers. The City
of Dover shall provide commercial customers with a maximum of two (2), 90-gallon trash containers and two (2), 90-gallong
recycling containers.
b. Trash collection site shall be oriented for side-loading pick-up if customer is utilizing City of Dover sanitation services.
c. Any commercial customer requiring more containers, or larger containers, than provided above, must utilize private
service.
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STORMWATER / STREETS
1. If this property is developed, future approvals may be required from the Kent Conservation District and DelDOT.
GENERAL
1. None.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE
P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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Item 6.
CITY OF DOVER ELECTRIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: FEB 2, 2022
APPLICATION: Lands of Juarez at 508 Acorn Lane: Minor Subdivision Plan
FILE #: SB-22-01
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric Department
CONTACT PERSON: Paul Waddell, Electric Director
Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Operations Superintendent
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7072
CONTACT EMAIL #: pwaddell@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN
A CCORDANCE WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC
1. The roadway and curbing must be in.
2. The right-of-way must be within 6" of final grade.
3. The property corners must be staked.
4. Owner is responsible for locating all existing underground electric, communications and water facilities.
5. Owner is responsible for installing all conduits and equipment pads per the City of Dover Engineering Department
specifications.
6. Owner is responsible for site and/or street lighting.
7. Meter locations will be determined by City of Dover Engineering Department.
8. Load sheets and AutoCAD compatible DXF or DWG diskettes of site plans, including driveways, are required prior to
receiving approved electrical construction drawings.
9. Any relocation of existing electrical equipment will be engineered by the City of Dover Electric Department.
Developer may be required to perform a quantity of the relocation. Any work performed by the City of Dover will be
at the owner’s expense.
10. Prior to construction, owner is responsible for granting an easement to the City of Dover Electric Department.
Easement forms will be furnished and prepared by the City of Dover Electric Engineering Department.
11. Fees will be assessed upon final site plans. The owner will be responsible for fees assessed prior to construction.
Owner is required to sign off plans prepared by the Electric Department.
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12. Must maintain 10' clearance around all electrical equipment, unless pre-approved by the City of Dover Electric
Engineering Department.
13. Prior to the completion of any/all designs and estimates, the owner is responsible for providing the Electric
Engineering Department with a physical address of the property.
14. All Engineering and design for Dover Electric will be engineered upon final approved plans. All Engineering work will
be furnished by the City’s Electric Engineering Department.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
ELECTRIC
1. Owner must give the City of Dover Electric Department three (3) months’ notice prior to construction. Owner is
responsible for following the requirements outlined in the City of Dover’s Electric Service Handbook. The handbook
is now available on the website at the following link:
https://evogov.s3.amazonaws.com/media/27/media/13108.pdf.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
ELECTRIC
1. Provide load sheets as soon as possible for proper sizing of transformers and creation of primary fee estimates.
Current load sheets can be found at the following link:
https://www.cityofdover.com/media/Electric%20Department/COD%20Electric%20Load%20Sheet.pdf.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT
P ERSON AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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CITY OF DOVER Y E
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE O M
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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
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D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 02/02/22 D S
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APPLICATION: Lands of Juarez at 508 Acorn Ln: Minor Subdivision Plan
FILE #: SB-22-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY, AND
COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESS BY THE
APPLICANT:
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Proposal is a minor subdivision. This office has no objections.
2. Every house, building or structure used or intended for use as living quarters or as a place for
conducting business, and having any wall facing or abutting any public or private street or alley,
shall have displayed on that wall, in legible, easily read characters which are of contrasting color
to the background, the proper street number for such house, building, or structure in accordance
with the following:
One-family and two-family residential structures, height, the number shall measure a minimum of four
inches in height, location, the number shall be placed on the house above or to the left or right of
the front entrance, color, the number shall be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals,
all numbers shall be Arabic numerals.
Multiple-family dwellings, measurements, the number shall measure a minimum of six inches when
identifying individual apartments with exterior doors, and 12 inches when identifying buildings
with apartment complexes where there are two or more buildings not assigned street addresses.
Individual buildings with street addresses shall have numbers measuring six inches, location,
numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street end of the building so
as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot, color, numbers shall
be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic
numerals.
Commercial, industrial and office buildings, height, the numbers shall measure a minimum of 12 inches in
height, location generally, numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the
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street end of the building so as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the
parking lot,
property line or driveway, should the building be located far enough from a public or private road so
that the numbers are not clearly visible from the street, then the street address shall also be
posted on the property at or near the property line or driveway to said building,
color; each building, numbers shall be contrasting to the background color and shall be placed on
each building in the complex,
Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals,
Shopping centers. Shopping centers consisting of two or more stores shall have a tenant or suite
number affixed to the front of the tenant space and on the outside of the rear door which
corresponds with that tenant space. Numbers shall measure six inches in height.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 98-344)
ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. N/A
APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO):
2021 NFPA 1 Fire Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2021 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2009 IBC (International Building Code)
Latest editions of all other NFPA Codes as defined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
City of Dover Code of Ordinances
*If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person listed.
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APPLICATION: Lands of Juarez at 508 Acorn Lane: Minor Subdivision Plan
FILE#: SB-22-02 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Ryan Schroder PHONE#: 302-760-2674
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THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY'S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
CITY & STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
No person, firm, corporation or the like shall construct, open, reconstruct, maintain, modify or use any
crossing or entrance onto a state-maintained highway, street or road, including any drainage modifications
leading into or carried by the highway drainage system, without first having complied with standards and
regulations adopted by the Department and having obtained a permit issued by the Department.
Please contact the Delaware Department of Transportation - Development Coordination section to begin
permit process.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE
OBJECTIVES:
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. It is expected that DelDOT Development Coordination will need to review and
approve the development through the Minor Subdivision review process.
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KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Item 6.
1679 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY • DOVER, DELAWARE 19901• (302) 608-5370 • WWW.KENTCD.ORG
CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
February 2022
APPLICATION: Lands of Juarez at 508 Acorn Lane: Minor Subdivision Plan
FILE #: SB-22-02
REVIEWING AGENCY: Kent Conservation District
CONTACT: Kate Owens
PHONE: 302-608-5370
EMAIL: stormwater@kentcd.org
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN
CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY
AND AREA OF EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS
ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
Source: 2019 Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Regulations
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
Kent Conservation District has no objection to the subdivision of this property.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
Soil disturbance (e.g. clearing, grading, excavations, tree clearing, or stoning) equal to or greater than
5,000 square feet requires a Sediment and Stormwater Management Plan to be submitted and approved by
the Kent Conversation District prior to the commencement of disturbance.
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Item 7.
City of Dover
DATA SHEET FOR SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING OF February 9, 2022
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF February 22, 2022
Plan Title: Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street, S-22-01
Plan Type: Site Development Plan
Location: South side of Cowgill Street and Court Street, near the intersection of Martin
Luther King Jr Boulevard and S. DuPont Highway
Address: 280 Cowgill Street, Dover
Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.10-01-17.00-000
Owner: Neaton’s Tire Service of DE
Developer/ MPV Properties
Applicant:
Size: 0.78 acres (33,976.8 SF)
Zoning: C-4 (Highway Commercial Zone)
Present Use: Tire Service Shop
Proposed Use: Car Wash (Service Establishment)
Building Area: 3,500 S.F.
Off Street Parking: Required – 12 spaces
Proposed – 22 spaces
Sewer & Water: City of Dover
Waiver Request: Elimination of Sidewalk along Street Frontages
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 65
Community Excellence Through Quality Service
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City of
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CITY OF DOVER
Planning
Office
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: February 9, 2022
APPLICATION: Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street
FILE #: S-22-01 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Planning
CONTACT PERSON: Samantha Bulkilvish, AICP PHONE #: (302) 736-7196
I. PLAN SUMMARY
This application is for review of a Site Development Plan Application for construction of a 3,500
SF Car Wash facility, 19 vacuum spaces, and associated site improvements. The property is
zoned C-4 (Highway Commercial Zone). The property consists of 0.78 acres (33,976.8 SF) and
is located on the south side of Cowgill Street and Court Street near the corner of Martin Luther
King Jr. Boulevard and S. DuPont Highway. The owner of record is Neaton’s Tire Service of
Delaware, and the developer is MPV Properties. Property Address: 280 Cowgill Street. Tax
Parcel Number: ED-05-077.10-01-17.00-000.
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The subject property is currently occupied by an auto repair (tire service) shop with nine (9) bays,
an office, and parking. The entire 0.78 acres located on the west side of S. DuPont Highway at the
corner of Cowgill Street and Court Street is completely covered with impervious surfaces. The
project proposes a new one-story 3,500 SF building to be utilized as the new Car Wash Facility
after the demolition of the existing building. The site is to be accessed via two access points off of
Court Street: one entrance will be a queue to access the pay stations and the Car Wash and the
second entrance will be an in and out entrance to access the vacuum stations and to exit the Car
Wash. A third proposed bail-out lane (exit) is to connect to Cowgill Street. Additional site features
include nineteen (19) parking spaces, each with accompanying vacuum cleaning equipment. There
are also three (3) parking spaces which are noted as being for employee use, and do not have any
associated vehicle service equipment.
Surrounding Land Uses:
To the south of the subject site are properties that are similarly zoned C-4 (Highway Commercial
Zone) and contain an auto parts store and other retail/service establishments. To the rear (or west)
of the site are residential properties zoned RG-1 (General Residence Zone). The property to the east
is open space zoned ROS (Recreational and Open Space) and acts as a landscaped gateway to the
City along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard leading to Legislative Hall. The property to the north
on the north side of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard is a gas station and convenience store and is
also zoned C-4 (Highway Commercial). While the subject property is in the vicinity of the
intersection of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and S. DuPont Highway, there is no direct
connection to either of these roads from the site.
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III. ZONING REVIEW
C-4 (Highway Commercial Zone)
The C-4 Zoning District in the City of Dover permits the following: retail stores; business,
professional, and government offices; restaurants; personal service establishments; service
establishments; hotels and motels; places of public assembly; bus terminals; wholesale, storage,
warehousing, and distribution establishments; indoor or outdoor recreation and amusement
establishments; hospitals and medical centers; drive-throughs; motor vehicle, boat, or farm
equipment service stations subject to conditions; manufacturing with less than 25 employees; and
mini-storage facilities. Permitted conditionally subject to Conditional Use approval by the
Planning Commission: apartments and multi-family dwellings; crematories subject to conditions.
See City of Dover Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 Section 16 for more details on the C-4 zoning
district. The use of a Car Wash Facility is considered a Service Establishment, which is a
permitted use in the C-4 Zoning District.
IV. PARKING SUMMARY
The parking requirement for a building with the C-4 zone is one parking space per 300 SF of
floor area, or one per every employee, whichever is greater. Based on floor area of 3,500 SF the
facility would require twelve (12) parking spaces. The plan appears to show a total of twenty-two
(22) parking spaces. This includes nineteen (19) parking spaces with vacuum service equipment,
as well as an additional three (3) parking spaces for use by employees. A loading space is not
required for this type of use.
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle parking is required at a ratio of one space for every twenty parking spaces. If the site is
to be served by 22 parking spaces, two bicycle parking spaces are required. Currently, none are
shown on the Plans submitted; however, the applicant has reassured us that they will provide a
bicycle rack to meet this requirement.
V. SITE CONSIDERATIONS
Access
There are three points of access proposed for this site. Two entrances off of Court Street: one
single lane entrance drive to get into the queue for the Car Wash, and a two-way access to get
into the area where the vacuum stations will be set up or to exit from the Car Wash. The third
access point is an egress only and is the bail-out lane for the Car Wash out to Cowgill Street near
its cul-de-sac terminus. The design and location of these proposed access points must be
reviewed by the City Department of Public Works and DelDOT. It is unclear if all three access
points are necessary or if the entrances could be combined. The overall traffic circulation pattern
on the site and its interaction with adjacent streets must be evaluated.
Waiver Request: Sidewalks/Pedestrian Circulation
Sidewalks are required along all street frontages (Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §18). The plan does
not currently show any sidewalks along the street frontage. There is a 10 ft. wide multi-use path on
the opposite side of Court Street along Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard that wraps around to S.
Dupont Highway. The applicant has included a Waiver for the elimination of sidewalk along the
subject property’s street frontage’s of Court Street and Cowgill Street. Provided as an attachment to
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this Waiver is an exhibit showing the proposed pedestrian linkage to the site from the multi-use path
along Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Lighting
Article 5 §7.1 stipulates that lighting shall provide no less than 1.5 foot-candles at grade. Light
shall be deflected away from adjacent residential areas and shall not be distracting to traffic on
adjacent roads. A lighting plan has not yet been proposed for this property.
Dumpsters
There is not a specific Dumpster requirement for this type of use. A Dumpster enclosure is proposed
near the northwest corner of the site, just off the two-way entrance off Court Street. The applicant
has confirmed that the dumpster enclosure will be constructed of the same materials as the principal
structure (white brick) and have an opaque gate. The applicants must ensure that the dumpsters are
enough to meet the trash collection and recycling needs of the site and they must specify if this will
be private trash collection. Planning Staff is concerned of the prominence of this feature as it is
located right off the main drive aisle near the site entrance. Another concern is its proximity to
overhead electric and/or utility lines. Revaluation of the dumpster’s location may be warranted.
Curbing
The upright curbing for the parking lots and drive aisles are subject to the requirements of Article
6 Section 3.6(b) of the Zoning Ordinance. The Applicant shows curbing along all paved areas
throughout the site except for a curb depression in one area to allow water access to a storm
drain. Details were not provided about the curbing in order to determine if the curb height is in
compliance.
VI. BUILDING ARCHITECTURE
The Plan submission includes Elevation Drawings. Said drawings are black and white so exact
colors are uncertain; however, some materials are noted and color descriptions given. The
majority of the façade is a brick veneer painted white. The top portion of the building on all sides
will have a blue EIFS (exterior insulation finishing system). The portion of the buildings above
the windows will have gray horizontal metal wall panels up to the blue band. There will be a
metal double door at the end of the building near the exit of the Car Wash that leads to the
equipment room and a single metal door that leads to the Car Wash tunnel. The building has its
main vehicle access point on the south side of the building with the vehicle exit on the north side
of the building. The portion of the building facing Cowgill Street (east elevation) will have a
series of large storefront windows. The opposite side of the building facing the vacuum stations
will be mostly a white brick façade with one large storefront window. The entrance to the office
portion of the building is shown on the architectural plans to be on the same side as the vehicle
entrance (south end); however, the site plan shows this entrance on the west side of the building.
Clarification on where this entrance will be is needed.
VII. TREE PLANTING AND LANDSCAPE PLAN
The submitted plan set includes a concept for the Landscaping Plan. Based on this development
area of 0.78 acres (33,976.8 SF), twelve (12) trees are required to meet the tree density
requirements. The Applicant has submitted a Landscape Plan with their overall submission
(Sheet LP-1) which identifies 11 of the required 12 trees and a variety of other shrubs and
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ornamental plants. They have provided three (3) different tree types including two shade trees
and one ornamental tree. These plantings are largely planted around the perimeter of the Site,
along the street frontages. There are three trees planted internally to the site between the queue
lane for the Car Wash and the vacuum stall near the south end of the site.
Opaque Barrier Requirement
Staff does note that due to the adjacency of this commercial project to a Residential Zone
additional landscaping is required as part of an opaque barrier. According to the Zoning
Ordinance, Article 5 Section 7.2 visual and sound screening shall be provided on a non-
residential use when abutting a residential use. The screening shall consist of an opaque barrier at
least six feet in height, accompanied by landscaping. Currently there is a fence being shown, but
it is not opaque as it is shown as a chain-link fence. There is little room shown next to the
property line abutting a residential use where a hedgerow or evergreens could be planted. The
applicant has reassured us that they will provide an opaque barrier in the fashion of a white vinyl
fence and will adjust the width of the drive aisle for the queuing lane to accommodate the
hedgerow.
VIII. CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
The subject proposal has been reviewed for Code compliance, plan conformity, and
completeness in accordance with this agency’s authority and area of expertise. The following
items have been identified as elements which need to be addressed by the applicant:
1) Waiver Request: Sidewalks: Standard City of Dover sidewalk is required to be installed along
all public street frontages of a property (Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 18.3). The
plans do not show any sidewalks along the street frontage of either Court Street or Cowgill
Street on this property. There are also no pedestrian connections onto the site. A Waiver for
the elimination of the street frontage sidewalks was submitted by the Applicant. In addition
to the written Waiver, they have provided an exhibit showing the proposed pedestrian
connection onto the site.
2) An opaque barrier is required on any commercial property adjoining a residential use (Zoning
Ordinance, Article 5 Section 7.2). The opaque barrier requirement includes a barrier, like a
fence, masonry wall or earthen berm in addition to a hedgerow or evergreen screen. The
plans do not show any type of opaque barrier nor does the current site design leave much
room for a hedgerow. The applicant has confirmed that they will be adjusting the width of
the drive aisle to allow for the landscape requirement of the screening barrier and will be
using a white vinyl fence for their opaque barrier.
3) All dumpster enclosures must be constructed of durable materials that will withstand the
normal wear expected during trash removal. If the dumpster is within view of a public right
of way the appearance of the dumpster enclosure should complement the architecture of the
principal building on the lot (Zoning Ordinance, Article 5, Section 6). The applicant has
confirmed that the dumpster enclosure would be constructed out of the same white brick that
the principal structure would be constructed of and would have opaque gates.
4) Since there is the presence of a dumpster enclosure on the plans it is under our assumption
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that the trash collection will be private. Please verify this with a note on the plans.
5) City of Dover requires curb height to be six inches in all permanent parking areas. Please
clarify the height of the curbing shown on the plans. (Zoning Ordinance, Article 6, Section
3).
6) The tree density required is 1 tree per 3,000 SF of development area or fraction thereof
(Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 16.62). The development area of the plan is the
equivalent of the total area of the site which is 33,976.8 SF. 33,976.8/3,000 = 11.3256. This
means that 12 trees are required on the site. The plans currently show 11 trees so one additional
tree will need to be added.
7) Site Plan, Sheet C1.0 and subsequent pages:
a. Please include the zoning of the neighboring properties.
8) Site Plan, Sheet C2.0:
a. Setbacks: Front – 20’ (Court Street & Cowgill Street), Side – 15’ (adjacent to
AutoZone), Rear – 10’/30’ (When adjoins a residential zone).
b. Clarify the fence material and fence height. Maximum fence height is 8 feet;
however, the fence cannot exceed 4 feet in the front yard setback.
c. Layout Notes #2 – check the font as it has been printed as something unintelligible.
9) Site Plan, Sheet LP-1:
a. The label on the Raspberry Profusion Abelia is incorrect to the left of the
dumpster.
b. Include a note that no tree planting shall be closer than 10 feet from any utility
lines.
10) Signs are subject to a separate Sign Permit Review and approval process in the City of
Dover.
11) Any Erosion & Sediment Control Plans and Stormwater Management Plans granted approval
by the Kent Conservation District must reflect the Site Plan layout and design conditionally
approved by the Planning Commission and be in compliance with the Zoning Ordinance and
technical review requirements of other agencies.
12) The Final Plan set must include notes documenting any action taken by the Planning
Commission on the requested waivers and must list any additional conditions of approval.
IX. RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET
CODE OBJECTIVES:
In accordance with the Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 §2.2, the Planning Commission in
considering and acting upon Site Development Plans may prescribe appropriate conditions and
safeguards so that the public health, safety, and welfare, the comfort and convenience of the
public in general, and the residents of the immediate neighborhood in particular shall be taken
into consideration. These safeguards may to the maximum extent possible further the expressed
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intent of the Zoning Ordinance and the accomplishment of several objectives in particular listed
in subsections 2.21 to 2.28.
1) Dumpster: There is concern that the Dumpster Enclosure features too prominently on
site, being right at the main entrance to the site. The Applicant should relocate the
Dumpster further from the right-of-way of Court Street, while also ensuring
maneuverability for trash collection if possible.
2) Site Access: Staff have concerns with the location of the queue lane entrance and its
proximity to the second entrance into the site, and the intersection at Court Street and
Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. There seems to be a lot of potential traffic movements
going on in this area and not a lot of room for a driver to decide where they need to go.
Planning Staff encourages the applicant to reassess the plausibility of the elimination of
one of the entrances on Court Street. The access/egress points from the property to the
public street network are subject to review and approval by the agency of jurisdiction the
City of Dover Department of Public Works and DelDOT. A redesign of the entrances
may allow for the relocation of the dumpster to allow for a single entrance that splits off
into the queue lane to eliminate the need for the customer to decide where to go while in
the public right of way and to increase the safety of customers and people traveling along
Court Street and Cowgill Street.
3) Sidewalks: A pedestrian connection is proposed from the multi-use path along Martin
Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Where sidewalks cross vehicle access points a piano key type
crosswalk should be provided.
4) Opaque Barrier: A redesign of the northwest corner of the site (the entrances to the site)
would allow for greater space to implement the required screening along the property
abutting a residential use. This screening would have to include at minimum a hedgerow
with 6’ evergreens interspersed or an evergreen hedgerow that will reach at least 6’ in
height at maturity.
X. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1) DelDOT has requested the applicant apply for a Pre-Submittal Meeting and submit trip
generation data to determine if additional measures are required. It has been determined
that both Court and Cowgill Street are maintained by the City of Dover Department of
Public Works and therefore they will review the development plans and location of
entrances/exits from the site.
2) In the event that major changes and revisions to the Site Plan occur in the finalization of
the Plan, contact the Planning Office. Examples include reorientation of the building,
relocation of site components like stormwater management areas, and increases in floor
area count. These changes may require resubmittal for review by the Development
Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, or other agencies and commissions making
recommendations regarding the plan.
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3) If there are changes to the architecture, building footprint, layout or square footage of
the building contact the Planning Office. These changes may require review by the
Planning Commission.
4) Other agencies and departments which participate in the Development Advisory
Committee may provide additional comments related to their areas of expertise and code
requirements.
5) Chesapeake Utilities Corporation currently serves the building at 280 Cowgill Street.
Please send the natural gas equipment btu load to ensure the current service line can
handle the gas load. This information can be sent to Brennan McKone at
bmckone@chpk.com or you can call him at 302-382-8346.
6) Following Planning Commission approval of the Site Development Plan, the Plan must
be revised to meet all conditions of approval from the Development Advisory
Committee or as otherwise noted. This process involves submission of Check Prints in
order to achieve Final Plan approval.
7) For building new construction, the requirements of the building code and the fire code
must be complied with. Consult with the Chief Building Inspector and City of Dover
Fire Marshal for these requirements. The resolution of these items may impact the site
design including such items as building dimensions and height, building openings, and
fire protection needs, etc.
8) The applicant/developer shall be aware that prior to any ground disturbing activities on
the site the appropriate Site Plan approvals, Pre-Construction meetings, site inspections
and permits are required.
9) Construction may have an effect on the adjacent property owners and visitors. Any
work requiring the closing or rerouting of residents or visitors should be coordinated as
to offer the least amount of inconvenience.
10) The applicant shall be aware that Plan approval does not represent a Sign Permit, nor
does it convey permission to place any sign on the premises. Any proposed site or
building identification sign may require a Sign Permit from the City of Dover prior to
placement of any such sign in accordance with Zoning Ordinance Article 5 §4.
11) The applicant shall be aware that Plan approval does not represent a Building Permit and
associated construction activity permits. A separate application process is required for
issuance of a Building Permit from the City of Dover.
12) All businesses operating in the City of Dover are required to obtain a City of Dover
Business Licenses from the Licensing and Permitting Division.
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the
above contact person and the Planning Department as soon as possible.
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CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: FEBRUARY 2, 2022
APPLICATION: Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street
FILE #: S-22-01
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Department of Public Works and Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PERSON: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7025
CONTACT PHONE #: jlyon@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN
A CCORDANCE WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
SANITATION
1. Every commercial customer shall provide such premises with a sufficient number of solid waste containers to provide adequate
capacity for the solid waste placed out for collection without overloading the capacity of the containers. The City of Dover shall
provide commercial customers with a maximum of two (2), 90-gallon trash containers and two (2), 90-gallong recycling
containers.
2. Trash collection site shall be oriented for side-loading pick-up if customer is utilizing City of Dover sanitation services.
3. Any commercial customer requiring more containers, or larger containers, than provided above, must utilize private service.
STORMWATER
1. Final site plan approval will not be granted until a copy of the approved Stormwater/Erosion and Sediment Control Plan from
Kent Conservation District is submitted to our office.
2. The size, length, slope, type and flow directions must be shown on all existing and proposed storm sewer lines. Rim and invert
elevations must be labeled on all stormwater structures.
STREETS
1. Final site plan approval will not be granted until a copy of the approved entrance plan, signed by DelDOT is submitted to our
office. This will apply on the Court Street entrance only.
2. The current City of Dover standard street section provides for a 3’ grass strip between the curb and sidewalk. This standard was
administratively revised to meet ADA and FHA compliance with cross slope requirements and to prevent cars from scrapping at
driveways. The revised standard utilizes a five feet (5’) wide public sidewalk with a five feet (5’) wide grass strip behind the
curb.
WATER
1. All water utility components must meet the requirements of the Water Wastewater Handbook, effective date March 22, 2010.
Please contact our office for more information.
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2. The following notes must be added to the plans:
a. Hydrant connections by the contractor are prohibited. This method may not be utilized during any phase of the project.
b. Any existing water lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in accordance
with the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater specifications and requirements.
c. The site contractor shall contact the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater Construction Manager at (302) 736-
7025 prior to the start of construction. A representative from the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater must
observe and approve all City owned water and sanitary sewer interconnections and testing. All water taps must be
performed by a City of Dover approved contractor. The proposed location for the water connection may need to be
adjusted in the field due to conditions of the existing main. Possible conditions that would require tapping relocation
include proximity to pipe joints, other taps, concrete encasements, conflict with other utilities, and the like. Test holes
must be performed by the contractor to determine the best tapping location. The City of Dover will not be held responsible
for field conditions requiring adjustment of the tapping location or for any work required by the contractor to make an
appropriate and lawful connection.
3. The size, type, and location of all proposed and existing water lines and valves must be shown on the plan.
4. Water usage projections (peak demand or plumbing fixtures) must be submitted to our office to correctly determine the size of
the domestic and irrigation (if applicable) water meter for the proposed building. These projections must be submitted prior to
approval so the meter size can be placed on the final site plan. The proposed water meter must be installed in a pit per City of
Dover requirements and manufacturer’s recommendations. Also, a dual check valve is required downstream of the meter.
5. The domestic service, fire main connection and valves must be clearly shown for each building. A valve must be installed at the
tee to isolate combined fire and domestic water service to the building from the water loop. Typically, this valve is installed at
the tee or an acceptable distance from the building. A valve must be provided on the domestic water service, which must be
tapped off of the combined eight-inch (8”) fire/domestic service outside of the building. The domestic water tap and valve
should be as close to the building as possible. Typically, the domestic tap and valve are located within five feet (5’) to ten feet
(10’) of the building. A blow up detail of this layout is recommended.
6. Provide a construction detail for the proposed restraining system for the fire main located within the buildings. The Department
of Public Works will test and inspect all fire mains to a blind flange located inside the buildings. The blind flange with tap is used
for hydrostatic pressure testing (200 psi for two (2) hours) and dechlorination. The flange must be restrained in the direction of
the pipe entering the facility. A pipe entering horizontally through a wall sleeve shall be restrained with rods through the wall.
A pipe entering vertically through a slab shall be restrained through the floor to the ninety degree (90 ) bend and thrust block.
All rods shall be a minimum of ¾” all thread. All pipes through walls and slabs must be Class 52 cement lined ductile iron pipe.
Confirm particulars to meet this requirement with mechanical designer.
7. Please call out that the connection to the water main shall be accomplished with a Powerseal 3490AS tapping sleeve and valve.
WASTEWATER
1. All wastewater utility components must meet the requirements of the Water Wastewater Handbook, effective date March 22,
2010. Please contact our office for more information.
2. The following notes must be added to the plans:
a. Any existing sanitary sewer lines not to be utilized by the proposed facility must be properly abandoned at the mains in
accordance with the City of Dover Department of Water & Wastewater specifications and requirements.
b. Part II, Chapter 180, Article III, Section 180-10 of the Code of Kent County requires that “no person shall discharge or cause
to be discharged any stormwater, surface water, uncontaminated groundwater, roof runoff, subsurface drainage,
uncontaminated noncontact cooling water or unpolluted industrial process waters to any sanitary sewer”, this shall include
condensate. Sec. 110-231 of the City of Dover Code defines storm sewer as “…any system used for conveying rain water,
surface water, condensate, cooling water or similar liquid wastes, exclusive of sewage.” The contractor, developer, owner
and designers shall ensure during construction that no illegal discharges to the sanitary sewer system are created with the
site improvements.
3. The size, length, slope, type and flow directions must be shown on all existing and proposed sanitary sewer lines. Rim and
invert elevations must be labeled on all sanitary structures.
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4. Cleanouts must be installed on sanitary sewer laterals within five feet (5’) of the building, one foot (1’) outside of the right-of-
way and at all bends. Any cleanout located within a traffic bearing location shall be installed with a heavy duty cast iron frame
and cover to prevent damage to the cleanout and lateral.
5. Sizing (flow) calculations must be submitted for all sanitary sewer laterals (other than for single-family dwellings) showing that
velocity and all other requirements are met.
6. The minimum size of all sanitary sewer laterals shall be six-inch (6”).
7. If kitchen facilities are proposed a minimum 1,000 gallon, two chamber grease trap, meeting all Kent County ordinance
requirements, must be provided. A construction detail for the proposed grease trap, as well as the proposed location, must be
provided on the plan.
8. Sanitary sewer laterals shall be connected directly to the main, not manholes, unless impracticable, as determined by the
Department of Water & Wastewater.
9. As the City of Dover is a contract user of the Kent County Regional Resource Recovery Facility, an approval of the effluent
makeup will be required from Kent County prior to final approval.
GENERAL
1. All existing utilities shall be adjusted to final grade in accordance with current City of Dover requirements and practices. This
must be included as a note on the plan.
2. No trees may be planted within ten feet (10’) of utility infrastructure.
3. No structure may be installed within ten feet (10’) of utility infrastructure, please depict all underground utilities and structures
on the utility plan sheet to confirm compliance.
4. The final site plan must be submitted in the following compatible digital formats:
a. AutoCAD 2018 (.dwg format).
b. Adobe Reader (.pdf format).
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
STREETS
1. Please consolidate the two (2) entrances into one (1) on Court Street.
2. Please provide a signing plan for this project, specifically as it relates to the public streets.
SANITATION / STORMWATER / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL
1. None.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
WATER
1. The City of Dover water system is available to this site. The developer is responsible for all costs associated with extending and
providing service to the proposed development.
2. Prior to plan approval, the water system plans must be submitted to the Division of Public Health, Office of Drinking Water for
review and approval. The owner/developer will be responsible for providing all completed forms and plan sets to the City of
Dover as required for submission to the Office of Drinking Water. Plans will not be submitted to the Office of Drinking Water
until review has been completed by our office.
3. Hydrant flow testing is currently only performed during the spring and fall. The applicant must call the Department of Water &
Wastewater directly to schedule these tests. This applies to both existing hydrants as well as those proposed for the site.
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4. Water impact fees may be required to be paid prior to Certificate of Occupancy for this project.
WASTEWATER
1. The City of Dover sanitary sewer system is available to this site. The developer is responsible for all costs associated with
extending and providing service and capacity to the proposed development.
2. Prior to plan approval, it may be required to submit the sanitary sewer system plans to the DNREC, Division of Water Resources,
Surface Water Discharges Section for review and approval. The owner/developer is responsible for providing all application
fees, completed forms and plan sets directly to DNREC.
3. Wastewater impact fees may be required to be paid prior to Certificate of Occupancy for this project.
4. If rainwater is to be utilized for the car wash operations, a discussion must be held to determine the proper way to bill for the
effluent flow that enters the wastewater system.
GENERAL
1. The applicant is advised that depending upon the size of the existing water service and sanitary sewer lateral to be abandoned,
flowable fill may be required.
2. Construction plans will not be reviewed by our office unless all previous comments have been clearly addressed within the plan
set and accordingly identified within an itemized response letter and with the Water/Wastewater Initial Plan Submission
Checklist, which can be obtained from the following website: https://imageserv9.team-
logic.com/mediaLibrary/198/WaterWastewaterHandbookFinal_1.pdf, page 88.
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS
1. The applicant is advised that depending upon the size of the existing water service and sanitary sewer lateral to be abandoned,
flowable fill may be required.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE
P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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APPLICATION: Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill St
FILE #: S-22-01 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY, AND
COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESS BY THE
APPLICANT:
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. Proposed occupancy classification is business.
2. Building Access shall be no further than 50 feet from a primary entrance
Where buildings are provided with an automatic sprinkler system installed in accordance with
NFPA 13, access shall be no further than 100 feet from the primary entrance.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.4)
3. Parking shall be prohibited in front of the primary entrance for a width of not less than 1.5 times
the width of the door(s) or for 10 feet, whichever is greater.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 6.3.2)
4. Perimeter access shall be 30% (15% if sprinklered) and clearly shown on the plans.
Perimeter Access minimum width shall be 15 feet measured from the face of the building at grade
with a maximum slope of ten percent (10%). Plantings and utility services (includes condenser
units, transformers, etc.) shall be permitted within the perimeter access, and shall not interfere
with emergency services fire ground operations.
If a physical barrier (fence, pond, steep slope, etc) prevents access, that portion of the building
perimeter shall not be included in the calculation of Percent of Perimeter Access.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.5)
5. Speed Reduction Devices must be approved, please see City of Dover Ordinance Chapter 98-10 in
reference to this process.
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6. All fire hydrants shall be marked as prescribed within the appropriate section of this regulation
and as illustrated by the appropriate figures of this regulation.
All fire hydrants shall have minimum of four-inch (4") solid yellow demarcation lines to define
specific areas, where fire hydrants are located along a curb line with permitted parking, the area
between the fire hydrant and the street or fire lane shall be stenciled with four inch (4")
demarcation lines and the words "NO PARKING", demarcation lines shall be measured from the
center line of the fire hydrant and extend for a distance 15 feet on both sides.
Where fire hydrants are located in parking lots or other areas susceptible to blockage by parked
vehicles they shall be treated as follows: fire hydrants shall be protected in all directions for a
distance of seven feet (7') with barriers or curbing, Minimum four-inch (4") diameter steel
bollards filled with concrete and marked yellow shall be installed at the outermost corners of the
fire hydrant demarcation area. The minimum height of the bollard shall be 36 inches above the
finished grade of the adjacent surface, and the steamer connection of all fire hydrants shall be
positioned so as to be facing the edge of the street, or traffic lane.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 6, 2)
The owner is responsible if the hydrant is private.
7. Hydrant barrels shall be provided with reflective material, such as paint, durable for
highway/roadway markings or a reflective tape of a minimum of 2” in width around the barrel
under the top flange, hydrant bonnets shall be color coded based on the following criteria: class
AA 1500 GPM - painted light blue, class A 1,000 GPM -1499 GPM - painted green, class B 500 -
999 GPM - painted orange, class C 250 - 499 GPM - painted red, class D under 250 GPM -
painted black.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 703, Chapter 3. 4)
The owner is responsible if the hydrant is private.
8. The installation of natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators, valves, and LP gas bottles shall be
protected from impact damage by impact protection. Natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators,
and valves located inside structures shall have impact protection, except when located in
separate protected utility rooms.
Dimensions of bollards. Bollards shall be a minimum of six-inch diameter filled with concrete. The
bollard shall be set into the ground at a depth of at least 36 inches (three ft.) embedded in
concrete at a minimum of 18 inches surrounding the bollard. The bollards must be a least 48
inches (four ft.) in height above the finish grade elevation. Any deviation of the stated
requirements must be approved by the fire marshal and/or chief building inspector. The above
dimensions shall serve as the requirement for installation; however, the fire marshal and/or chief
building inspector shall have the authority to require more stringent dimensions to fit the needs
of devices warranting impact protection.
Color of bollards. Bollards should be of the following colors; yellow, amber or orange. All colors
shall be of fluorescent or have a reflective coating. Any deviation of the stated requirements must
be approved by the fire marshal and/chief building inspector.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 46-4)
9. Every house, building or structure used or intended for use as living quarters or as a place for
conducting business, and having any wall facing or abutting any public or private street or alley,
shall have displayed on that wall, in legible, easily read characters which are of contrasting color
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to the background, the proper street number for such house, building, or structure in accordance
with the following:
One-family and two-family residential structures, height, the number shall measure a minimum of four
inches in height, location, the number shall be placed on the house above or to the left or right of
the front entrance, color, the number shall be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals,
all numbers shall be Arabic numerals.
Multiple-family dwellings, measurements, the number shall measure a minimum of six inches when
identifying individual apartments with exterior doors, and 12 inches when identifying buildings
with apartment complexes where there are two or more buildings not assigned street addresses.
Individual buildings with street addresses shall have numbers measuring six inches, location,
numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street end of the building so
as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot, color, numbers shall
be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic
numerals.
Commercial, industrial and office buildings, height, the numbers shall measure a minimum of 12 inches in
height, location generally, numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the
street end of the building so as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the
parking lot,
property line or driveway, should the building be located far enough from a public or private road so
that the numbers are not clearly visible from the street, then the street address shall also be
posted on the property at or near the property line or driveway to said building,
color; each building, numbers shall be contrasting to the background color and shall be placed on
each building in the complex,
Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals,
Shopping centers. Shopping centers consisting of two or more stores shall have a tenant or suite
number affixed to the front of the tenant space and on the outside of the rear door which
corresponds with that tenant space. Numbers shall measure six inches in height.
(City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 98-344)
10. All required means of egress shall have an exit discharge consisting of a non-slip surface and
leading to and terminating at a public way. NFPA 101
11. Project to be completed per approved Site Plan.
12. Full building and fire plan review is required.
13. Separate building permits/plans submission will be required for each building and/or tenant fit
out. If the permit submission is for a “shell” a Certificate of Occupancy will not be issued.
Separate plans and permits submissions will be required for each “tenant fit out” at which time a
Certificate of Occupancy will be issued upon compliance/completion of each “tenant fit out”.
Each “shell” will require a fire permit for sprinkler and fire alarm if applicable. Those systems (for
the “shell”) must be accepted into service prior to any “tenant fit out” fire permits being issued.
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14. Construction or renovations cannot be started until building plans are approved.
15. Fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, hoods, exhaust ducts, and hood suppression
systems require a fire permit from the Fire Marshal’s Office. This work cannot be started until
the permit is approved.
16. Building cannot be occupied by the public until a Certificate of Occupancy is obtained.
ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. Primary entrance needs to be identified (additional comments may apply)
2. Perimeter access as outlined in item #4 listed above needs to be shown.
3. Ned to confirm that the stormwater management system properly holds the weight of fire
apparatus
4. Existing fire hydrant to remain in place
APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO):
2021 NFPA 1 Fire Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2021 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2019 NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2009 IBC (International Building Code)
Latest editions of all other NFPA Codes as defined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
City of Dover Code of Ordinances
*If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person listed.
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CITY OF DOVER ELECTRIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: FEB 2, 2022
APPLICATION: Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street
FILE #: S-22--01
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric Department
CONTACT PERSON: Paul Waddell, Electric Director
Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Operations Superintendent
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7072
CONTACT EMAIL #: pwaddell@dover.de.us
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN
A CCORDANCE WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC
1. The roadway and curbing must be in.
2. The right-of-way must be within 6" of final grade.
3. The property corners must be staked.
4. Owner is responsible for locating all existing underground electric, communications and water facilities.
5. Owner is responsible for installing all conduits and equipment pads per the City of Dover Engineering Department
specifications.
6. Owner is responsible for site and/or street lighting.
7. Meter locations will be determined by City of Dover Engineering Department.
8. Load sheets and AutoCAD compatible DXF or DWG diskettes of site plans, including driveways, are required prior to
receiving approved electrical construction drawings.
9. Any relocation of existing electrical equipment will be engineered by the City of Dover Electric Department.
Developer may be required to perform a quantity of the relocation. Any work performed by the City of Dover will be
at the owner’s expense.
10. Prior to construction, owner is responsible for granting an easement to the City of Dover Electric Department.
Easement forms will be furnished and prepared by the City of Dover Electric Engineering Department.
11. Fees will be assessed upon final site plans. The owner will be responsible for fees assessed prior to construction.
Owner is required to sign off plans prepared by the Electric Department.
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File #: S-22-01
Feb 2, 2022
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12. Must maintain 10' clearance around all electrical equipment, unless pre-approved by the City of Dover Electric
Engineering Department.
13. Prior to the completion of any/all designs and estimates, the owner is responsible for providing the Electric
Engineering Department with a physical address of the property.
14. All Engineering and design for Dover Electric will be engineered upon final approved plans. All Engineering work will
be furnished by the City’s Electric Engineering Department.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
ELECTRIC
1. Owner must give the City of Dover Electric Department three (3) months’ notice prior to construction. Owner is
responsible for following the requirements outlined in the City of Dover’s Electric Service Handbook. The handbook
is now available on the website at the following link:
https://evogov.s3.amazonaws.com/media/27/media/13108.pdf.
2. Proposed dumpster location may be too close to existing overhead lines and create clearance and safety concerns.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
ELECTRIC
1. Provide load sheets if the new load requirements will change as soon as possible to verify proper sizing of
transformers and creation of primary fee estimates. Current load sheets can be found at the following link:
https://www.cityofdover.com/media/Electric%20Department/COD%20Electric%20Load%20Sheet.pdf.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT
P ERSON AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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CITY OF DOVER D
E
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
L
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY D
O
T
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APPLICATION: Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street
FILE#: S-22-01 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Ryan Schroder PHONE#: 302-760-2674
===============================================================
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY'S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
CITY & STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
No person, firm, corporation or the like shall construct, open, reconstruct, maintain, modify or use any
crossing or entrance onto a state-maintained highway, street or road, including any drainage modifications
leading into or carried by the highway drainage system, without first having complied with standards and
regulations adopted by the Department and having obtained a permit issued by the Department.
Please contact the Delaware Department of Transportation - Development Coordination section to begin
permit process.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE
OBJECTIVES:
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. The developer should schedule a pre-submittal meeting to discuss the development
with DelDOT.
2. It is expected that DelDOT Development Coordination will need to review and
approve the development through the Record Plan and Entrance Plan reviews.
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KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Item 7.
1679 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY • DOVER, DELAWARE 19901• (302) 608-5370 • WWW.KENTCD.ORG
CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
February 2022
APPLICATION: Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street
FILE #: S-22-01
REVIEWING AGENCY: Kent Conservation District
CONTACT PERSON: Kate Owens
PHONE: (302) 608 – 5370
EMAIL: stormwater@kentcd.org
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN
CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY
AND AREA OF EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS
ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
Source: 2019 Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Regulations
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. As the disturbance for this site will exceed 5,000 square feet, a sediment and stormwater management
plan must be reviewed and approved by our office prior to any land disturbing activity (i.e. clearing,
grubbing, filling, grading, etc.) taking place. A standard plan can be submitted if the limit of
disturbance is less than or equal to 1 acre and the curve number for the parcel does not increase by one.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. A pre-application meeting is required upon plan approval and can be scheduled by contacting the
District’s office.
2. A letter of no objection to recordation will be provided upon approval of a Sediment and Stormwater
Management Plan.
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1054 31st NW P 202.919.2245
Suite 115
Washington, DC 20007 www.timmons.com
February 9, 2022
Attn: Samantha Bulkilvish, AICP
City of Dover Planning & Inspections
15 Loockerman Plaza
Dover, DE 19904
RE: Caliber Car Wash at 280 Cowgill Street, Dover Sidewalk Frontage Waiver Request
Samantha,
Our project team working on the development entitled “Caliber Car Wash” at 280 Cowgill Street, Dover is
formally requesting a sidewalk frontage waiver per Article 5 Sec. 18.
Please see attached exhibit that shows the preferred pedestrian connection to the existing sidewalk along
Martin Luther King Jr Blvd and circulation to pedestrian path along S Dupont Hwy. The specific reasons
for this request are the following listed below:
1. There is existing sidewalk along Martin Luther King Jr Blvd & S Dupont Hwy
2. There is no existing sidewalk to connect to along Court Street
3. Sidewalk along property frontage would limit landscaping opportunities
We sincerely appreciate your time and look forward to working with you on this exciting project.
Respectfully,
Chris Lazenby, PE
CIVIL ENGINEERING | ENVIRONMENTAL | SURVEYING | GIS | LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE | CONSTRUCTION SERVICES
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SITE SUMMARY
ADDRESS: 280 COWGILL STREET
PARCELID: ED05-077.10-01-17.00
ZONING: C-4 HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL BL
VD
ACREAGE: 0.79 AC JR
NG
KI
PARKING
LU
TH
REQUIRED: 1 SPACE / 300 SF ER
3,500 SF / 300 SF = 12 SPACES N
MAR
TI
PROVIDED: 22 SPACES
COWGILL ST
EXISTING
SIDEWALK ON
MARTIN LUTHER BAIL OUT LANE
TIE INTO EX. CURB
KING JR BLVD R20' R5'
R15.65'
R10'
PROP. 6"
20' FRONT YARD BUILDING SETBACK 20.4' CURB
20.6'
61.5'
R10'
97.5'
30' REAR YARD
CAR WASH 15'
X BUILDING SETBACK
R19.5' (DR2-N PROTOTYPE)
+/- 3,500 SF 36.8' R10'
PROP. 6" R10' PROP. ADA LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE (TYP)
CURB STD. RAMP = 0.88 ACRES
15'
R10'
MONUMENT 15' 5.1'
SIGN X
PROP. PAY
PROP. 6" STATIONS
PROPOSED CURB
9
20'
R10'
SIDEWALK R10'
3'
R10' PROP.
CONNECTION TO VACUUM R5' 10'x20' PROP. 12.5' R2.5'
VACUUM PAD VACUUM (TYP) 5'
PROW EQUIPMENT
PRODUCER
25' 20' FRONT YARD
4'x4' MAT (TYP.) 22 25' 4'x4' MAT
CLEANING PAD 9' 9'
X
PROP. LIMITS OF BUILDING SETBACK R10'
CLEANING PAD 12.5'
SAWCUT (TYP) 10' (TYP) R10'
12.5' R4' R4' R5'
X
X X
X
R2'
R15'
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X
X
X X X
R5'
3
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24'
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R9'
X X
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X X
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10
X X
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20' 20' 20'
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9'
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X X
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5'
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X X
X X
X X
X X
X X
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11'
X X
R20'
X X
X X
R4'
X X
15' 4'
R10'
30' REAR YARD BUILDING SETBACK PROP. 6"
R10' SCREENING CURB
R35' 15' R20'
TIE INTO EX. CURB FENCE
X X X X X X 3.7' X X X
PROP. DUMPSTER
5' WIDE CURB
WITH SCREENING
OPENING
CALIBER CARWASH - DOVER, DE SCALE 1"=20'
0 20' 40'
AERIAL EXHIBIT - February 8, 2022
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Item 7.
CALIBER CAR WASH 1-7-2022
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
SITE PLAN
GENERAL NOTES
ADVISORY NOTES
1. OWNER: NEATON'S TIRE SERVICE OF DELAWARE
1. CONTRACTOR TO CONTACT MISS UTILITY AT (800) 482-7171 AT LEAST 3 WORKING
DC METRO OFFICE
34 AUSTIN DRIVE
DAYS PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION, TO CONFIRM LOCATION OF EXISTING UTILITIES.
REVISION DESCRIPTION
EDGEWATER, MD 21037
2. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING ALL REQUIRED PERMITS AND
2. DEVELOPER: MPV PROPERTIES LATEST DOCUMENTS PROVIDED BY CONSULTANTS REFERENCED ON THIS SHEET PRIOR
2400 SOUTH BOULEVARD, SUITE 300 TO ANY CONSTRUCTION OR STAGING ACTIVITY.
CHARLOTTE, NC 28203
CONTACT: ERIC DOWELL
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
3. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ADHERING TO ALL LOCAL AND FEDERAL
PHONE: (336) 210-2273 CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS, CODES, AND MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS. CONTRACTOR IS
EMAIL: EDOWELL@MPVRE.COM ALSO RESPONSIBLE TO ADHERE TO SPECIFICATIONS AS NOTED WITHIN THESE PLANS.
3. ENGINEER: TIMMONS GROUP 4. ANY AND ALL MATERIALS OR DEBRIS TRACKED ONTO A PUBLIC OR PRIVATE ROAD
1054 31ST ST NW, SUITE 115 SURFACE WILL BE REMOVED AT THE END OF EACH DAY. SEDIMENT WILL BE REMOVED
WASHINGTON DC, 20007 FROM THE ROADS BY SHOVELING OR SWEEPING AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO A
CONTACT: CHRIS LAZENBY, P.E. SEDIMENT CONTROLLED DISPOSAL AREA.
PHONE: (202) 919-2246
EMAIL: CHRIS.LAZENBY@TIMMONS.COM 5. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL FIELD-VERIFY THE LOCATION, DEPTH, AND SIZE OF
EXISTING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES. THE LOCATIONS SHOWN ARE APPROXIMATE AND
4. ARCHITECT: CONN + ARCHITECTS NAD83
NOT GUARANTEED BY TIMMONS GROUP. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ALERT THE CIVIL
NAD83
1960-C BUFORD BLVD ENGINEER OF ANY DISCREPANCIES.
TALLAHASSEE, FL 32308
CONTACT : SHANE MONIZ, AIA 6. THE CONTRACTOR MUST NOTIFY PUBLIC UTILITIES CONSTRUCTION
REPRESENTATIVE SEVEN (7) CALENDAR DAYS PRIOR TO ANY NIGHT TIME SHUT DOWN OF
TEL. 202.919.2245 www.timmons.com
PHONE: (850) 878-8784
EMAIL: SMONIZ@CONNARCHITECTS.COM THE WATER MAIN.
5. TAX MAP #: 2 05 07710 01 1700 000 DATE
6. ADDRESS: 280 COWGILL ST
DOVER, DE 19901 DATE
7. ZONING: C-4 01/07/2022
8. MAGISTERIAL DISTRICT: LEVY COUNTY DISTRICT LOCATION MAP VICINITY MAP DRAWN BY
1" = 400' 1" = 1,200' S. STOCKTON
9. SITE AREA: 0.78 ACRES
DESIGNED BY
10. DISTURBED ACREAGE: 0.88 ACRES
S. STOCKTON
11. IMPERVIOUS AREA:
11.1. EXISTING IMPERVIOUS:
11.2. PROPOSED IMPERVIOUS:
12. EXISTING USE:
0.81 ACRES
0.62 ACRES
AUTO REPAIR SHOP
JANUARY 7, 2022 Sheet
Number
Sheet List Table
Sheet Title
CHECKED BY
C. LAZENBY
SCALE
PROPOSED USE: SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT C0.0 COVER SHEET
C1.0 EXISTING CONDITIONS N/A
13. SANITARY:
14. WATER:
CITY SYSTEM
CITY SYSTEM
SITE LOCATION C2.0
C3.0
SITE LAYOUT
UTILITY PLAN
C4.0 GRADING & DRAINAGE PLAN
15. PARKING SUMMARY: REQUIRED: 3,500 SF * 1 SPACE / 300 SF 280 COWGILL STREET C5.0
C6.0
STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN
EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN PH I
= 12 TOTAL SPACES C6.1 EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN PH II
PROVIDED: 22 TOTAL SPACES
DOVER, DE 19901 C6.2
LP-1
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL DETAILS
PLANTING PLAN
1 ACCESSIBLE LP-2 PLANTING DETAILS AND SPECIFICATIONS
These plans and associated documents are the exclusive property of TIMMONS GROUP and may not be reproduced in whole or in part and shall not be used for any purpose whatsoever, inclusive, but not
16. BUILDING AREA: 3,500 S.F.
17. ALL PROPOSED UTILITIES ARE TO BE INSTALLED UNDERGROUND INCLUDING
ELECTRIC, TELEPHONE, AND CATV.
18. NO FLOOD HAZARDS AREAS EXISTING ONSITE.
19. PROPOSED LIGHTING WILL BE DESIGNED BY OTHERS AND DESIGNS WILL BE
COMPLETED AFTER PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL. THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
DC METRO OFFICE NOT APPROVED FOR CONSTRUCTION
CALIBER CAR WASH CITY OF DOVER - KENT COUNTY - DELAWARE
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION:
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM A
1054 31st Street NW, Suite 115 | Washington, DC 20007 PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL
REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IN
THE STATE OF DELAWARE, THAT THE
TEL 202.919.2245 www.timmons.com PURPOSES ONLY - SUBJECT TO CHANGE
INFORMATION SHOWN HERON HAS BEEN
COVER SHEET
PREPARED UNDER MY SUPERVISION AND
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TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND
BELIEF REPRESENTS GOOD ENGINEERING
PRACTICES AS REQUIRED BY THE
APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF
DELAWARE.
DEVELOPER CIVIL ENGINEER ARCHITECT
MPV PROPERTIES TIMMONS GROUP CONN + ARCHITECTS
2400 SOUTH BOULEVARD, SUITE 300 1054 31st ST NW, SUITE 115 1960-C BUFORD BLVD
CHARLOTTE, NC 28203 CONTACT: ERIC DOWELL WASHINGTON DC, 20007 TALLAHASSEE, FL 32308
limited to construction, bidding, and/or construction staking without the express written consent of TIMMONS GROUP.
PHONE: (336) 210-2273 CONTACT: CHRIS LAZENBY, P.E. CONTACT : SHANE MONIZ, AIA
EMAIL: EDOWELL@MPVRE.COM PHONE: (202) 919-2246 PHONE: (850) 878-8784
EMAIL: CHRIS.LAZENBY@TIMMONS.COM EMAIL: SMONIZ@CONNARCHITECTS.COM
SURVEY LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
MKASSOCIATES, INC. EVERGREEN DESIGN GROUP
CONTACT: SONYA WEBSTER CONTACT : LARRY LESSER, LEED AP
PHONE: (571) 505-0709 PHONE: (800) 680-6630
EMAIL: SWEBSTER@MKASSOCIATES.COM EMAIL: LARRY@EVERGREENDESIGNGROUP.COM JOB NO.
48715.012
SHEET NO.
C0.0
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LOCATION OF WATER MAIN IS
APPROXIMATE. SURVEY TO
VERIFY EXACT LOCATION PER
MISS UTILITY TICKET.
0
LEGEND
20'
LIGHT POLE STORM PIPE
STORM INLET
83
SCALE 1"=20'
NA
IRON PIPE FOUND CHAIN LINK FENCE
D
CURB AND GUTTER
OVERHEAD ELECTRIC OVERHEAD ELECTRIC
UNDERGROUND GAS LINE UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC
40'
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
DC METRO OFFICE
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
TEL. 202.919.2245 www.timmons.com
1-7-2022
DATE REVISION DESCRIPTION
CALIBER CAR WASH
C1.0 JOB NO. CITY OF DOVER - KENT COUNTY - DELAWARE SCALE DATE
SHEET NO. 1" = 20' CHECKED BY DESIGNED BY DRAWN BY 01/07/2022
C. LAZENBY S. STOCKTON S. STOCKTON
EXISTING CONDITIONS
48715.012
These plans and associated documents are the exclusive property of TIMMONS GROUP and may not be reproduced in whole or in part and shall not be used for any purpose whatsoever, inclusive, but not
88 limited to construction, bidding, and/or construction staking without the express written consent of TIMMONS GROUP.
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LAYOUT NOTES:
1. ALL CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS SHALL BE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT DELEWARE
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ROAD AND
BRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS, CITY OF DOVER
SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS, AND KENT COUNTY 1-7-2022
SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS WHERE
APPLICABLE.
2. DELDOT STANDARD DETAILS, AS REFERENCED, TO BE
CONSTRUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MOST
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
RECENT VERSION OF DELDOT “STANDARD
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS”.
3. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE FROM THE FACE OF CURB,
UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE.
4. ALL CURB RADII ARE 5' UNLESS OTHERWISE
NOTED ON THE PLAN.
5. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR
INSTALLING ALL STOP SIGNS, DIRECTIONAL SIGNS,
AND STRIPING SHOWN ON THE PLANS.
DC METRO OFFICE
SITE LEGEND
REVISION DESCRIPTION
CHAIN LINK FENCE
EX. CURB AND GUTTER
PROPOSED CURB
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
PAVEMENT LEGEND
CONCRETE PAVEMENT
SECTION
TIE INTO EX. CURB
BAIL OUT LANE CONCRETE SIDEWALK
R20' R5'
R15.65' SECTION
R10'
TEL. 202.919.2245 www.timmons.com
5
3
PROP. 6" PAVEMENT MARKING & SIGNAGE
DATE
20' FRONT YARD BUILDING SETBACK 20.4' CURB
20.6' LEGEND
61.5' 2 4" SINGLE (SOLID) WHITE LINE
R10' 3 24" WHITE STOP BAR DATE
97.5'
30' REAR YARD
CAR WASH 15' BUILDING SETBACK 4 YELLOW FIRE LANE 01/07/2022
X CURB STRIPING
R19.5' (DR2-N PROTOTYPE) DRAWN BY
+/- 3,500 SF 36.8' R10' 5 DelDOT STOP SIGN
PROP. 6" R10' PROP. ADA LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE (TYP) S. STOCKTON
6 STANDARD ACCESSIBLE ADA PARKING SIGN
CURB STD. RAMP = 0.88 ACRES DESIGNED BY
15' DIRECTIONAL ARROW
R10' S. STOCKTON
NOTE: LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
MONUMENT 15' 5.1' CHECKED BY
PENDING CONFIRMATION OF LOCATION OF EXISTING
SIGN X
PROP. PAY
6 WATER AND SEWER LINES. C. LAZENBY
PROP. 6" STATIONS
CURB 20' SCALE
5 3 9
R10' 5 3' 1" = 20'
R10'
2
R10' PROP.
4 R5' 12.5' R2.5'
VACUUM 10'x20' PROP.
3 (TYP) 5'
EQUIPMENT VACUUM PAD VACUUM
PRODUCER
25' 20' FRONT YARD
4'x4' MAT (TYP.) 22 25' 4'x4' MAT
CLEANING PAD 9' 9'
X
PROP. LIMITS OF BUILDING SETBACK R10'
CLEANING PAD 12.5'
SAWCUT (TYP) 10' (TYP) R10'
4 R4'
12.5' 2 R4' 2 R5'
These plans and associated documents are the exclusive property of TIMMONS GROUP and may not be reproduced in whole or in part and shall not be used for any purpose whatsoever, inclusive, but not
X
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X
R2'
R15' R5'
X
X
X
X X X X
3
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24'
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R9'
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X X
R20'
X X
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R4'
X X
15' 4'
R10'
30' REAR YARD BUILDING SETBACK PROP. 6"
R10' SCREENING CURB
R35' 15' R20'
TIE INTO EX. CURB FENCE
CALIBER CAR WASH CITY OF DOVER - KENT COUNTY - DELAWARE
X X X X X X 3.7' X X X
PROP. DUMPSTER
5' WIDE CURB
WITH SCREENING
OPENING
SITE LAYOUT
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limited to construction, bidding, and/or construction staking without the express written consent of TIMMONS GROUP.
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SAN SAN EX. UTILITY LEGEND
SAN UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC
OVERHEAD ELECTRIC
UNDERGROUND GAS LINE
STORM PIPE
OVERHEAD ELECTRIC 1-7-2022
S S STORM INLET
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
LIGHT POLE
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
PROP. UTILITY LEGEND
SAN
SAN
D STORM SEWER MANHOLE
SANITARY CLEANOUT
GAS METER
SIAMESE CONNECTION
STORM PIPE
SAN SANITARY LINE
DC METRO OFFICE
S S G UNDERGROUND GAS LINE
REVISION DESCRIPTION
UGT UNDERGROUND TELECOMM
LINE
UGP UNDERGROUND POWER LINE
W WATER
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
SAN
UTILITY NOTES
1. ALL CONSTRUCTION AND MATERIALS SHALL BE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT DELAWARE
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION ROAD AND
BRIDGE SPECIFICATIONS, KENT COUNTY WATER
AUTHORITY SPECIFICATIONS, AND CITY OF DOVER
SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS WHERE
S S 2.
APPLICABLE.
DISRUPTION TO DOMESTIC WATER SERVICE & FIRE
PROTECTION SHALL BE MINIMIZED TO THE FULLEST
EXTENT POSSIBLE.
3. OFFICE OF FIRE MARSHALL MUST BE NOTIFIED PRIOR
TO ANY DISRUPTIONS OF FIRE SERVICE.
4. A MAXIMUM OF 12" ADJUSTMENT MAY BE DONE
UTILIZING PRE-CAST RISER RINGS TO RAISE FRAME
TEL. 202.919.2245 www.timmons.com
SAN AND COVER. FOR ADDITIONAL HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT,
LOCATION OF WATER MAIN IS PRE-CAST MANHOLE SECTIONS MUST BE INSTALLED.
SAN SAN
DATE
APPROXIMATE. SURVEY TO DECREASING MANHOLE DEPTH MUST BE DONE BY
VERIFY EXACT LOCATION REMOVAL/REPLACEMENT OF PRE-CAST MANHOLE
PER MISS UTILITY TICKET. SECTIONS.
RECLAMATION SYSTEM 5. CONTRACTOR TO VERIFY HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL
SCALE: 1" = 5' LOCATIONS OF ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITIES,
DATE
INCLUDING INVERTS OF STRUCTURES, BEFORE
COMMENCING WITH WORK.
6. BACKFLOW PREVENTER TO BE LOCATED IN THE 01/07/2022
EXISTING FIRE BUILDING.
HYDRANT DRAWN BY
S. STOCKTON
DESIGNED BY
S. STOCKTON
CHECKED BY
CONNECTION TO C. LAZENBY
EXISTING RECLAMATION
MANHOLE SYSTEM. REFER
SCALE
TO MEP PLANS
FOR DESIGN. 1" = 20'
CONNECTION TO
EXISTING
WATERLINE
2" WATER VALVE
X
S
These plans and associated documents are the exclusive property of TIMMONS GROUP and may not be reproduced in whole or in part and shall not be used for any purpose whatsoever, inclusive, but not
W
SAN
S S LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE (TYP)
= 0.88 ACRES
W S
S S
W
2" CURB STOP X
WATER METER AND
S S PROP. 6" SANITARY
METER PIT W
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SAN
CALIBER CAR WASH CITY OF DOVER - KENT COUNTY - DELAWARE
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PROP. 2" DOMESTIC
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UTILITY PLAN
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Item 7.
GRADING AND DRAINAGE LEGEND
EXISTING STORM SEWER
PROPOSED STORM SEWER
1-7-2022
EXISTING STORM INLET
EXISTING MANHOLE
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
PROPOSED
DRAINAGE MANHOLE
EXISTING CONTOUR
250 PROPOSED CONTOUR
TC TOP OF CURB
349.00 ELEVATION
DC METRO OFFICE
TC-BC TOP OF CURB / BOTTOM OF
REVISION DESCRIPTION
349.00 CURB ELEVATION
FFE FINISHED FLOOR
349.00 ELEVATION
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
GND GROUND
349.00 ELEVATION
TW TOP OF WALL
349.00 ELEVATION
BW BOTTOM OF WALL
349.00 ELEVATION
EX GND
349.00 EXISTING ELEVATION
TC TC EX TC ± CONNECT TO EXISTING TOP OF CURB
23.48' 23.70' 23.74' (TYP)
GND
TC
23.30'
23.28' GRADING AND DRAINAGE NOTES
REMOVE INLET TOP TC TC
RAISE TO PROPOSED GRADE 23.93'
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23.93' 1. STORM DRAINAGE STRUCTURES TO BE IN
INSTALL MANHOLE TOP PROP ROOF
24.0
0 CONFORMANCE WITH CITY OF DOVER AND
PROP ROOF DOWNSPOUT (TYP) TC
KENT COUNTY STANDARDS.
DATE
DOWNSPOUT (TYP) 23.99'
24 TC TC 2. PROVIDE POSITIVE DRAINAGE AWAY FROM
.00 TC
25.00' 24.30' BUILDING FOUNDATIONS AT ALL TIMES.
24.00'
3. ACCESSIBLE PARKING SPACES MUST MEET
FFE 24 ADA STANDARDS AND HAVE A MAXIMUM DATE
.00
24.50' FFE SLOPE OF 2.00% IN ANY DIRECTION.
24.50' PROPOSED CURB CONNECT 4. ACCESSIBLE ROUTES AND SIDEWALKS 01/07/2022
X MUST MEET ADA STANDARDS AND HAVE A
TO EX. GROUND (TYP)
24.00
.00 FFE MAXIMUM CROSS SLOPE OF 2.00% AND A DRAWN BY
23 BUILDING FFE 24.50'
24.50' MAXIMUM LONGITUDINAL SLOPE OF
TC TC LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE (TYP) 5.00%. S. STOCKTON
DelDOT STD. DOGHOUSE INLET BOX TC FFE 25.00' 24.30'
24.10' = 0.88 ACRES 5. PROVIDE A MINIMUM 4'X4' LEVEL LANDING
34"x24" DRAINAGE INLET FRAME TC-BC 24.50' FFE GND TC DESIGNED BY
24.00' AT ALL DOOR THRESHOLDS. SIDEWALK
INV 20.2 24.50' 24.50' 24.17' SHALL BE AT 2.08% MAXIMUM SLOPE IN S. STOCKTON
TC ALL DIRECTIONS.
24.40' CHECKED BY
TC X
22.90' TC TC TC-BC C. LAZENBY
TC TC-BC
23.50' 24.40' 24.40' 23.90' 23.90' TC
SCALE
TC TC 9 24.35'
23.42' 24.02' 1" = 20'
23 TC
.00 GND 24.32'
TC 23.00 GND 23.85'
23.30' TC 23.73'
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TC GND TC GND TC
TC 22.41' 23.62'
23.41' 23.58' 24.43'
TC 23.30' TC 23.00
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1-7-2022
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
STORMWATER NARRATIVE
1. THE PROJECT SITE "CALIBER CAR WASH" IS LOCATED IN THE CITY OF DOVER, KENT COUNTY, ON THE FORMER GOODYEAR
TIRE AND SERVICE PROPERTY AND DEVELOPMENT. SITE IS ACCESSED BY COURT STREET AND ALSO ACCESSED BY COWGILL
ST. PREVIOUS PROPERTY USE WAS AN AUTO SHOP. PROPOSED USE IS A CAR WASH AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE.
2. EXISTING SOILS ONSITE ARE PRIMARILY HYDROLOGIC SOIL TYPE D, AND THE SITE IS FLAT (2% OR LESS).
3. THE EXISTING HYDROLOGY OF THE SITE IS EITHER MANAGED BY ONSITE STORM INLETS OR SHEET FLOWS OFF THE
PROPERTY TO EXISTING ROADS, ULTIMATELY VIA UNDERGROUND STORM PIPE SYSTEMS. APPROXIMATELY HALF OF THE
SITE'S RUNOFF IS CAPTURED BY TWO STORM INLETS ONSITE, AND THE REMAINDER OF THE SITE'S RUNOFF SHEET FLOWS
DC METRO OFFICE
OFFSITE TO COWGILL STREET, COURT STREET, AND 'A' STREET WHICH ABUTS RESIDENCES. SEE SHEET C6.0 FOR EXISTING
REVISION DESCRIPTION
STORM INLET DRAINAGE.
4. IN POST DEVELOPMENT, THE HYDROLOGY OF THE SITE WILL BE MAINTAINED IN THE SAME MANNER. HOWEVER, NO RUNOFF
WILL SHEET FLOW OFFSITE TO 'A' STREET AND THUS ADJACENT RESIDENCES. ADDITIONALLY, LESS IMPERVIOUS AREA IS
PROPOSED WITH LANDSCAPING ELEMENTS INTRODUCED. FINALLY, THE BUILDING WILL DISCHARGE RUNOFF TO THE EAST VIA
DOWNSPOUTS INTO THE LANDSCAPED BUFFER AREA, AND USE THE IMPERVIOUS DISCONNECTION METHOD TO ALLOW
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
RUNOFF TO INFILTRATE INTO THE GROUND AND FURTHER REDUCE FLOODING DOWNSTREAM. SEE SHEET C6.1 FOR
PROPOSED STORM INLET DRAINAGE.
5. THE EXISTING PARCEL AREA (PLUS LIMITED DISTURBANCE DIRECTLY OUTSIDE PARCEL) HAS A CURVE NUMBER (CN = 97)
HIGHER THAN THE PROPOSED PARCEL AREA (PLUS LIMITED DISTURBANCE DIRECTLY OUTSIDE PARCEL) CURVE NUMBER IN
POST CONSTRUCTION (CN = 93). THIS DESIGN MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS FOR STORMWATER PLANS OF A NONRESIDENTIAL
CONSTRUCTION LESS THAN 1 ACRE DISTURBED.
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SCALE 1"=30' DATE
0 30' 60' DATE
01/07/2022
DRAWN BY
S. STOCKTON
DESIGNED BY
ULTIMATE LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE = 0.88 AC (38,000 SF)
S. STOCKTON
CHECKED BY
C. LAZENBY
SCALE
1" = 30'
POST 93 POST 93
0.88 ac 0.88 ac
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PRE-DEVELOPED POST-DEVELOPED
HkB - PERVIOUS B SOILS (0.01 AC) Up - PERVIOUS D SOILS (0.06 AC) HkB - PERVIOUS B SOILS (0.01 AC) Up - PERVIOUS D SOILS (0.25 AC)
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Item 7.
EROSION CONTROL LEGEND:
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
CE
SILT FENCE
SF
1-7-2022
INLET PROTECTION
IP
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
DRAINAGE AREA BOUNDARY
AREA # C-VALUE
# X.XX
X.XX
AREA IN ACRES
DC METRO OFFICE
REVISION DESCRIPTION
PHASE I EROSION CONTROL NARRATIVE
1. THE SITE MUST HAVE A CONSTRUCTION GENERAL
PERMIT (CGP) AND A LAND DISTURBANCE PERMIT
MUST BE ISSUED PRIOR TO THE START OF
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES.
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
2. A PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE IS
MANDATORY BEFORE ANY WORK IS DONE AT THE
SITE. ARRANGE A MEETING WITH OWNER,
ENGINEER AND COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL
ENGINEER. 48 HOURS NOTICE IS REQUIRED. THE
CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY OPERATOR AND THE
ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTOR (OR AUTHORIZED
REPRESENTATIVE MUST ALSO ATTEND THIS
MEETING.
3. THE CERTIFIED RESPONSIBLE LAND DISTURBER
(CRLD) MUST ATTEND THE PRE-CONSTRUCTION
MEETING.
4. AT THE TIME OF THE PRE-CONSTRUCTION
MEETING, TWO STANDARD SIGNS MUST BE
INSTALLED ON EACH SIDE OF THE CONSTRUCTION
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SF ACCESS. THESE SIGNS SHOULD STATE EITHER
“CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE AHEAD” OR “TRUCKS
DATE
ENTERING HIGHWAY”.
5. INSTALL CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE.
6. CLEAR AND GRUB AS NECESSARY, WITHIN THE
ULTIMATE LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE TO INSTALL
DATE
PERIMETER EROSION CONTROL MEASURES.
INSTALL SILT FENCING, AND SILT FENCE BREAKS.
01/07/2022
IP 7. AFTER PERIMETER EROSION CONTROL MEASURES
ARE BUILT AND WITH APPROVAL OF EROSION DRAWN BY
CONTROL INSPECTOR, CLEAR AND GRUB OTHER
PORTIONS OF THE SITE AND DEMOLISH AREAS S. STOCKTON
INDICATED ON PLANS.
"EX. 2" EX 2 0.90 8. PROVIDE POSITIVE DRAINAGE TO ADJACENT E&S DESIGNED BY
0.49 ac MEASURES AS NECESSARY AS STORM INLET IS
S. STOCKTON
REMOVED.
PROPOSED SILT 9. MAINTAIN POSITIVE DRAINAGE TO EROSION CHECKED BY
FENCE (TYP) CONTROL DEVICES AT ALL TIMES AND ADJUST
MEASURES IF NECESSARY TO INTERCEPT C. LAZENBY
SEDIMENT AND PREVENT EROSION. THE
CONTRACTOR SHALL INSPECT ALL EROSION SCALE
EX 1 0.90 CONTROL MEASURES PERIODICALLY AND AFTER 1" = 20'
0.09 ac EACH RUNOFF PRODUCING RAINFALL EVENT. ANY
NECESSARY REPAIRS OR CLEANUP TO MAINTAIN
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EROSION CONTROL
DEVICES SHALL BE MADE IMMEDIATELY.
10. ADDITIONAL EROSION CONTROL MEASURES MAY
BE REQUIRED AS FIELD CONDITIONS WARRANT.
11. THE EXISTING ROADWAY SHALL BE FREE AND
PROPOSED CLEAR FROM ANY DEBRIS AT ALL TIMES.
SF STABILIZED
CONSTRUCTION
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ENTRANCE ULTIMATE LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE = 0.88 ACRES
50' "EX. 1"
EROSION & SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN PH I
CE 12'
IP
CALIBER CAR WASH CITY OF DOVER - KENT COUNTY - DELAWARE
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Item 7.
EROSION CONTROL LEGEND:
CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCE
CE
SILT FENCE
SF
1-7-2022
INLET PROTECTION
IP
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
DRAINAGE AREA BOUNDARY
AREA # C-VALUE
# X.XX
X.XX
AREA IN ACRES
DC METRO OFFICE
PHASE II EROSION CONTROL NARRATIVE
1. MAINTAIN ALL PHASE 1 EROSION CONTROL
REVISION DESCRIPTION
DEVICES THROUGHOUT CONSTRUCTION OR AS
INDICATED ON PLANS.
2. BEGIN GRADING OPERATIONS.
3. COMPLETE SITE WORK CONSTRUCTION
INCLUDING STORM SEWER AND BUILDING
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
CONSTRUCTION. INSTALL INLET PROTECTION
IMMEDIATELY AFTER INSTALLATION OF EACH
STORM STRUCTURE IS COMPLETE.
4. IN ANY DISTURBED AREAS, ESTABLISH FINAL
GRADES WITH THE PLACEMENT OF TOPSOIL.
PERMANENTLY SEED ALL DISTURBED AREAS.
5. DO NOT REMOVE EROSION CONTROL MEASURES
UNTIL ALL CONTRIBUTING DRAINAGE AREAS
HAVE BEEN PERMANENTLY STABILIZED.
REMOVE ALL TEMPORARY EROSION CONTROL
MEASURES. NOTIFY THE EROSION CONTROL
INSPECTOR BEFORE THE EROSION CONTROL
MEASURES ARE REMOVED. THE REMOVAL OF
REMOVE INLET TOP THESE MEASURES SHALL BE DONE WITHIN 30
RAISE TO PROPOSED GRADE DAYS AFTER FINAL STABILIZATION.
TEL. 202.919.2245 www.timmons.com
INSTALL MANHOLE TOP 24.0 SF 6. PERMANENTLY SEED ANY AREAS DISTURBED BY
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DATE
PROPOSED SILT
FENCE (TYP) SEDIMENT CONTROL MEASURES.
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24 ULTIMATE LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE = 0.88 ACRES
DATE
.00
01/07/2022
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SF
24.00
.00 DRAWN BY
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LIMITS OF DISTURBANCE (TYP) S. STOCKTON
DelDOT STD. DOGHOUSE INLET BOX = 0.88 ACRES DESIGNED BY
34"x24" DRAINAGE INLET FRAME
INV 20.2
S. STOCKTON
CHECKED BY
X
C. LAZENBY
SCALE
9
1" = 20'
23 "PR. 1"
.00
23.00
CE 12'
PR 1 0.80
0.34 ac 22 X
IP
23.00
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23.0 23.00
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THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
DC METRO OFFICE
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
TEL. 202.919.2245 www.timmons.com
1-7-2022
DATE REVISION DESCRIPTION
CALIBER CAR WASH
C6.2 JOB NO. CITY OF DOVER - KENT COUNTY - DELAWARE N/A SCALE DATE
SHEET NO. CHECKED BY DESIGNED BY DRAWN BY 01/07/2022
C. LAZENBY S. STOCKTON S. STOCKTON
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL DETAILS
48715.012
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Item 7.
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GENERAL GRADING AND PLANTING NOTES LAW S1-0000508 ER
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1. BY SUBMITTING A PROPOSAL FOR THE LANDSCAPE PLANTING SCOPE OF WORK, THE
CONTRACTOR CONFIRMS THAT HE HAS READ, AND WILL COMPLY WITH, THE ASSOCIATED
NOTES, SPECIFICATIONS, AND DETAILS WITH THIS PROJECT. STEEL EDGING BETWEEN 2 FOBS
2 MAST TURF AND SHRUBS (TYP.) I
A CH RE
4 ILGL REG
ST ST
2. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR REMOVING ALL EXISTING VEGETATION 3 GIBI T A IT
CT
ER E O W
(EXCEPT WHERE NOTED TO REMAIN).
ED F DE LA AR
3. IN THE CONTEXT OF THESE PLANS, NOTES, AND SPECIFICATIONS, "FINISH GRADE" LA NDSCA P E
REFERS TO THE FINAL ELEVATION OF THE SOIL SURFACE (NOT TOP OF MULCH) AS
INDICATED ON THE GRADING PLANS. 12/22/2021
a. BEFORE STARTING WORK, THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY THAT THE 24
ROUGH GRADES OF ALL LANDSCAPE AREAS ARE WITHIN +/-0.1' OF FINISH GRADE. 20' FRONT YARD BUILDING SETBACK
SEE SPECIFICATIONS FOR MORE DETAILED INSTRUCTION ON TURF AREA AND
PLANTING BED PREPARATION. 24
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
b. CONSTRUCT AND MAINTAIN FINISH GRADES AS SHOWN ON GRADING PLANS, AND
CONSTRUCT AND MAINTAIN SLOPES AS RECOMMENDED BY THE GEOTECHNICAL
24
REPORT. ALL LANDSCAPE AREAS SHALL HAVE POSITIVE DRAINAGE AWAY FROM 5 ILGL 2 FOBS
STRUCTURES AT THE MINIMUM SLOPE SPECIFIED IN THE REPORT AND ON THE 2 FOBS 5 ILGL
GRADING PLANS, AND AREAS OF POTENTIAL PONDING SHALL BE REGRADED TO 3 ABRP X
DC METRO OFFICE
7 ILGL 2 FOBS
BLEND IN WITH THE SURROUNDING GRADES AND ELIMINATE PONDING POTENTIAL. 3 FOBS 23 5 ILGL
24
SAN SAN
SAN
c. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL DETERMINE WHETHER OR NOT THE EXPORT
1 GIBI
REVISION DESCRIPTION
OF ANY SOIL WILL BE NEEDED, TAKING INTO ACCOUNT THE ROUGH GRADE S S
PROVIDED, THE AMOUNT OF SOIL AMENDMENTS TO BE ADDED (BASED ON A SOIL
TEST, PER SPECIFICATIONS), AND THE FINISH GRADES TO BE ESTABLISHED.
1054 31st St Ste 115 NW WASHINGTON DC 20007
SAN SAN
d. ENSURE THAT THE FINISH GRADE IN SHRUB AREAS IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO 30' REAR YARD BUILDING SETBACK
WALKS AND OTHER WALKING SURFACES, AFTER INSTALLING SOIL AMENDMENTS, IS S S
3" BELOW THE ADJACENT FINISH SURFACE, IN ORDER TO ALLOW FOR PROPER
SAN
MULCH DEPTH. TAPER THE SOIL SURFACE TO MEET FINISH GRADE, AS SPECIFIED X
ON THE GRADING PLANS, AT APPROXIMATELY 18" AWAY FROM THE WALKS.
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S S SAN W
e. ENSURE THAT THE FINISH GRADE IN TURF AREAS IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO SAN
WALKS AND OTHER WALKING SURFACES, AFTER INSTALLING SOIL AMENDMENTS, IS SAN
SAN
SAN
1" BELOW THE FINISH SURFACE OF THE WALKS. TAPER THE SOIL SURFACE TO
MEET FINISH GRADE, AS SPECIFIED ON THE GRADING PLANS, AT APPROXIMATELY 23
18" AWAY FROM THE WALKS. S 2 GYDI
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W
f. SHOULD ANY CONFLICTS AND/OR DISCREPANCIES ARISE BETWEEN THE GRADING 10 ABRP 20' FRONT YARD BUILDING SETBACK
PLANS, GEOTECHNICAL REPORT, THESE NOTES AND PLANS, AND ACTUAL
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.
1 GIBI
CONDITIONS, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL IMMEDIATELY BRING SUCH ITEMS TO THE W W W
X
ATTENTION OF THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT, GENERAL CONTRACTOR, AND OWNER. 11 ABRP
4. ALL PLANT LOCATIONS ARE DIAGRAMMATIC. ACTUAL LOCATIONS SHALL BE VERIFIED 1 GIBI 1 GYDI
WITH THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT OR DESIGNER PRIOR TO PLANTING. THE LANDSCAPE 23
CONTRACTOR SHALL ENSURE THAT ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE PERMITTING AUTHORITY 23
23
ARE MET (I.E., MINIMUM PLANT QUANTITIES, PLANTING METHODS, TREE PROTECTION
STEEL EDGING BETWEEN TURF
METHODS, ETC.).
AND GRAVEL MULCH (TYP.)
DATE
a. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR DETERMINING PLANT 24
QUANTITIES; PLANT QUANTITIES SHOWN ON LEGENDS AND CALLOUTS ARE FOR 23
GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY. IN THE EVENT OF A DISCREPANCY BETWEEN THE 23
X
PLAN AND THE PLANT LEGEND, THE PLANT QUANTITY AS SHOWN ON THE PLAN (FOR
INDIVIDUAL SYMBOLS) OR CALLOUT (FOR GROUNDCOVER PATTERNS) SHALL TAKE 24 DATE
PRECEDENCE. 30' REAR YARD BUILDING SETBACK
5 THOC
b. NO SUBSTITUTIONS OF PLANT MATERIALS SHALL BE ALLOWED WITHOUT THE 23 01/07/2022
WRITTEN PERMISSION OF THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT. IF SOME OF THE PLANTS 1 ABGR 23
23 24 DRAWN BY
ARE NOT AVAILABLE, THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT IN WRITING (VIA PROPER CHANNELS). X X X X X X X X X23 S. STOCKTON
c. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL, AT A MINIMUM, PROVIDE REPRESENTATIVE PHOTOS OF
ALL PLANTS PROPOSED FOR THE PROJECT. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ALLOW THE DESIGNED BY
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AND THE OWNER/OWNER'S REPRESENTATIVE TO INSPECT,
AND APPROVE OR REJECT, ALL PLANTS DELIVERED TO THE JOBSITE. REFER TO S. STOCKTON
SPECIFICATIONS FOR ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SUBMITTALS.
5. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL MAINTAIN THE LANDSCAPE IN A HEALTHY CONDITION FOR 90 EX. DRAINAGE INLET TO REMAIN CHECKED BY
DAYS AFTER ACCEPTANCE BY THE OWNER. REFER TO SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONDITIONS
OF ACCEPTANCE FOR THE START OF THE MAINTENANCE PERIOD, AND FOR FINAL C. LAZENBY
0' 10' 20' 40'
ACCEPTANCE AT THE END OF THE MAINTENANCE PERIOD. SCALE
6. SEE SPECIFICATIONS AND DETAILS FOR FURTHER REQUIREMENTS.
Scale 1" = 20'
PLANTING LEGEND
SYMBOL BOTANIC NAME COMMON NAME MIN. SIZE SPACING QUANTITY REMARKS
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TREES
GIBI Ginkgo biloba 'Princeton Sentry' Princeton Sentry Ginkgo 2" cal., 8'-10' high Per plan 6
GYDI Gymnocladus dioicus 'Espresso' Seedless Coffee Tree 2" cal., 8'-10' high Per plan 3
MAST Magnolia stellata 'Rosea' Pink Star Magnolia 2" cal., 8'-10' high Per plan 2 Multitrunk, 3-5 canes
NOTE: ALL TREES SHALL BE CONTAINER-GROWN, CONTAINER SIZE AS APPROPRIATE FOR THE CALIPER SPECIFIED. SEE SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROPER ROOT QUALITY.
SHRUBS
ABRP Abelia 'Raspberry Profusion' Raspberry Profusion Abelia #5 cont. min. 4' o.c. 25 24" high min.
CALIBER CAR WASH
FOBS Fothergilla x intermedia 'Blue Shadow' Blue Shadow Fothergilla #5 cont. min. 5' o.c. 11 24" high min.
CITY OF DOVER - KENT COUNTY - DELAWARE
ILGL Ilex glabra 'Shamrock' Shamrock Inkberry #5 cont. min. 3' o.c. 26
THOC Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' Emerald Green Arborvitae #15 cont. min. 5' o.c. 5 6' high min.
TURF
PLANTING PLAN
Festuca spp. Turf-type Tall Fescue Sod --- ---
LANDSCAPE CALCULATIONS
TOTAL SITE AREA: 33,795 SF
TREES REQUIRED: 11 TREES (1 TREE PER 3,000 SF)
TREES PROVIDED: 11 TREES
limited to construction, bidding, and/or construction staking without the express written consent of TIMMONS GROUP.
ROOT BARRIERS MULCHES
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL INSTALL ROOT BARRIERS NEAR ALL AFTER ALL PLANTING IS COMPLETE, CONTRACTOR SHALL INSTALL 3" THICK
NEWLY-PLANTED TREES THAT ARE LOCATED WITHIN FIVE (5) FEET OF LAYER OF 1-1/2" SHREDDED WOOD MULCH, NATURAL (UNDYED), IN ALL
PAVING OR CURBS. ROOT BARRIERS SHALL BE "CENTURY" OR "DEEP-ROOT" PLANTING AREAS (EXCEPT FOR TURF, SEEDED AREAS, AND AS NOTED
24" DEEP PANELS (OR EQUAL). BARRIERS SHALL BE LOCATED IMMEDIATELY BELOW). CONTRACTOR SHALL SUBMIT SAMPLES OF ALL MULCHES TO
ADJACENT TO HARDSCAPE. INSTALL PANELS PER MANUFACTURER'S LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AND OWNER FOR APPROVAL PRIOR TO
RECOMMENDATIONS. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE CONSTRUCTION. ABSOLUTELY NO EXPOSED GROUND SHALL BE LEFT
CONTRACTOR USE ROOT BARRIERS OF A TYPE THAT COMPLETELY SHOWING ANYWHERE ON THE PROJECT AFTER MULCH HAS BEEN INSTALLED
ENCIRCLE THE ROOTBALL. (SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE "GENERAL
GRADING AND PLANTING NOTES" AND SPECIFICATIONS).
GRAVEL MULCH - RIVER COBBLE, 1"-2" DIA., 4" THICK LAYER
OVER LANDSCAPE FABRIC (ANY APPROVED)
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CONIFEROUS NON-CONIFEROUS
1 TREE CANOPY.
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2 CINCH-TIES (24" BOX/2" CAL. TREES AND SMALLER) OR
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PLANTING SPECIFICATIONS OPEN LANDSCAPE 12 GAUGE GALVANIZED WIRE WITH NYLON TREE
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STRAPS AT TREE AND STAKE (36" BOX/2.5" CAL. TREES
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GENERAL B. SUBMITTALS TO 10' JUST ABOVE LOWEST MAJOR BRANCHES.
1. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE SUBMITTALS AND SAMPLES, IF REQUIRED, TO THE LANDSCAPE
A. QUALIFICATIONS OF LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR ARCHITECT, AND RECEIVE APPROVAL IN WRITING FOR SUCH SUBMITTALS BEFORE WORK COMMENCES.
3 24" X 3/4" P.V.C. MARKERS OVER WIRES.
1. ALL LANDSCAPE WORK SHOWN ON THESE PLANS SHALL BE PERFORMED BY A SINGLE FIRM 2. SUBMITTALS SHALL INCLUDE PHOTOS OF PLANTS WITH A RULER OR MEASURING STICK FOR SCALE, I
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SPECIALIZING IN LANDSCAPE PLANTING. PHOTOS OR SAMPLES OF ANY REQUIRED MULCHES, AND SOIL TEST RESULTS AND PREPARATION IT
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2. A LIST OF SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED PROJECTS OF THIS TYPE, SIZE AND NATURE MAY BE RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE TESTING LAB (INCLUDING COMPOST AND FERTILIZER RATES AND 4 W
REQUESTED BY THE OWNER FOR FURTHER QUALIFICATION MEASURES. TYPES, AND OTHER AMENDMENTS FOR TREE/SHRUB, TURF, AND SEED AREAS AS MAY BE
2 UNDISTURBED SOIL. ED F DE LA AR
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3. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL HOLD A VALID CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE ISSUED BY THE APPROPRIATE). 2
APPROPRIATE LOCAL JURISDICTION. 3. SUBMITTALS SHALL ALSO INCLUDE MANUFACTURER CUT SHEETS FOR PLANTING ACCESSORIES SUCH 4 5 PRESSURE-TREATED WOOD DEADMAN, TWO PER
TREE (MIN.). BURY OUTSIDE OF PLANTING PIT AND
B. SCOPE OF WORK AS TREE STAKES AND TIES, EDGING, AND LANDSCAPE FABRICS (IF ANY). 3
18" MIN. INTO UNDISTURBED SOIL.
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1. WORK COVERED BY THESE SECTIONS INCLUDES THE FURNISHING AND PAYMENT OF ALL MATERIALS, 4. WHERE MULTIPLE ITEMS ARE SHOWN ON A PAGE, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CLEARLY INDICATE THE
LABOR, SERVICES, EQUIPMENT, LICENSES, TAXES AND ANY OTHER ITEMS THAT ARE NECESSARY FOR ITEM BEING CONSIDERED. 6
5' 12 6 TRUNK FLARE.
THE EXECUTION, INSTALLATION AND COMPLETION OF ALL WORK, SPECIFIED HEREIN AND / OR SHOWN C. GENERAL PLANTING
ON THE LANDSCAPE PLANS, NOTES, AND DETAILS. 1. REMOVE ALL NURSERY TAGS AND STAKES FROM PLANTS.
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2. ALL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS, CODES AND 2. EXCEPT IN AREAS TO BE PLANTED WITH ORNAMENTAL GRASSES, APPLY PRE-EMERGENT HERBICIDES 5 7 MULCH, TYPE AND DEPTH PER PLANS. DO NOT
THIS DRAWING PREPARED AT THE
REGULATIONS REQUIRED BY AUTHORITIES HAVING JURISDICTION OVER SUCH WORK, INCLUDING ALL AT THE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED RATE. PLACE MULCH WITHIN 6" OF TRUNK.
INSPECTIONS AND PERMITS REQUIRED BY FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL AUTHORITIES IN SUPPLY, 3. TRENCHING NEAR EXISTING TREES: 8
TRANSPORTATION AND INSTALLATION OF MATERIALS. a. CONTRACTOR SHALL NOT DISTURB ROOTS 1-1/2" AND LARGER IN DIAMETER WITHIN THE CRITICAL 5' 8 FINISH GRADE.
3. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY THE LOCATION OF ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITY LINES ROOT ZONE (CRZ) OF EXISTING TREES, AND SHALL EXERCISE ALL POSSIBLE CARE AND 9
2 TYPICAL WALKWAY OR PAVING
(WATER, SEWER, ELECTRICAL, TELEPHONE, GAS, CABLE, TELEVISION, ETC.) PRIOR TO THE START OF PRECAUTIONS TO AVOID INJURY TO TREE ROOTS, TRUNKS, AND BRANCHES. THE CRZ IS 1 9 ROOT BALL.
ANY WORK. DEFINED AS A CIRCULAR AREA EXTENDING OUTWARD FROM THE TREE TRUNK, WITH A RADIUS
EQUAL TO 1' FOR EVERY 1" OF TRUNK DIAMETER-AT-BREAST-HEIGHT (4.5' ABOVE THE AVERAGE 2 TREE TRUNK 10
10 BACKFILL. AMEND AND FERTILIZE ONLY AS
DC METRO OFFICE
GRADE AT THE TRUNK). 3
RECOMMENDED IN SOIL FERTILITY ANALYSIS.
PRODUCTS b. ALL EXCAVATION WITHIN THE CRZ SHALL BE PERFORMED USING HAND TOOLS. NO MACHINE 3 LINEAR ROOT BARRIER MATERIAL. SEE 11
EXCAVATION OR TRENCHING OF ANY KIND SHALL BE ALLOWED WITHIN THE CRZ. PLANTING NOTES FOR TYPE AND 11 UNDISTURBED NATIVE SOIL.
MANUFACTURER. INSTALL PER
REVISION DESCRIPTION
A. ALL MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS SHALL BE NEW. c. ALTER ALIGNMENT OF PIPE TO AVOID TREE ROOTS 1-1/2" AND LARGER IN DIAMETER. WHERE 13
B. CONTAINER AND BALLED-AND-BURLAPPED PLANTS: TREE ROOTS 1-1/2" AND LARGER IN DIAMETER ARE ENCOUNTERED IN THE FIELD, TUNNEL UNDER MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS. 12 4" HIGH EARTHEN WATERING BASIN.
1. FURNISH NURSERY-GROWN PLANTS COMPLYING WITH ANSI Z60.1-2014. PROVIDE WELL-SHAPED, FULLY SUCH ROOTS. WRAP EXPOSED ROOTS WITH SEVERAL LAYERS OF BURLAP AND KEEP MOIST. 4 3X ROOTBALL DIA.
4 TREE CANOPY
BRANCHED, HEALTHY, VIGOROUS STOCK FREE OF DISEASE, INSECTS, EGGS, LARVAE, AND DEFECTS FINISH GRADE.
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CLOSE ALL TRENCHES WITHIN THE CANOPY DRIP LINES WITHIN 24 HOURS. 13
5'
SUCH AS KNOTS, SUN SCALD, INJURIES, ABRASIONS, AND DISFIGUREMENT. ALL PLANTS WITHIN A d. ALL SEVERED ROOTS SHALL BE HAND PRUNED WITH SHARP TOOLS AND ALLOWED TO AIR-DRY. 5 TYPICAL PLANTING AREA
SPECIES SHALL HAVE SIMILAR SIZE, AND SHALL BE OF A FORM TYPICAL FOR THE SPECIES. ALL TREES DO NOT USE ANY SORT OF SEALERS OR WOUND PAINTS. STAKING EXAMPLES (PLAN VIEW) NOTES:
SHALL BE OBTAINED FROM SOURCES WITHIN 200 MILES OF THE PROJECT SITE, AND WITH SIMILAR D. TREE PLANTING 6 TYPICAL CURB AND GUTTER 1. SCARIFY SIDES OF PLANTING PIT PRIOR TO SETTING TREE.
CLIMACTIC CONDITIONS. 1. TREE PLANTING HOLES SHALL BE EXCAVATED TO MINIMUM WIDTH OF TWO TIMES THE WIDTH OF THE 5 2. REMOVE EXCESS SOIL APPLIED ON TOP OF THE ROOTBALL THAT
2. ROOT SYSTEMS SHALL BE HEALTHY, DENSELY BRANCHED ROOT SYSTEMS, NON-POT-BOUND, FREE ROOTBALL, AND TO A DEPTH EQUAL TO THE DEPTH OF THE ROOTBALL LESS TWO TO FOUR INCHES. 1 COVERS THE ROOT FLARE. THE PLANTING HOLE DEPTH SHALL BE
FROM ENCIRCLING AND/OR GIRDLING ROOTS, AND FREE FROM ANY OTHER ROOT DEFECTS (SUCH AS 2. SCARIFY THE SIDES AND BOTTOM OF THE PLANTING HOLE PRIOR TO THE PLACEMENT OF THE TREE. 5' NOTES: SUCH THAT THE ROOTBALL RESTS ON UNDISTURBED SOIL, AND THE
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J-SHAPED ROOTS). REMOVE ANY GLAZING THAT MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED DURING THE EXCAVATION OF THE HOLE. 1) INSTALL ROOT BARRIERS NEAR ALL ROOT FLARE IS 2"-4" ABOVE FINISH GRADE.
3. TREES MAY BE PLANTED FROM CONTAINERS OR BALLED-AND-BURLAPPED (B&B), UNLESS SPECIFIED 3. FOR CONTAINER AND BOX TREES, TO REMOVE ANY POTENTIALLY GIRDLING ROOTS AND OTHER ROOT NEWLY-PLANTED TREES THAT ARE LOCATED 3. FOR B&B TREES, CUT OFF BOTTOM 1/3 OF WIRE BASKET BEFORE
ON THE PLANTING LEGEND. BARE-ROOT TREES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE. DEFECTS, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL SHAVE A 1" LAYER OFF OF THE SIDES AND BOTTOM OF THE WITHIN FIVE (5) FEET OF PAVING OR CURBS. PLACING TREE IN HOLE, CUT OFF AND REMOVE REMAINDER OF
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4. ANY PLANT DEEMED UNACCEPTABLE BY THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT OR OWNER SHALL BE ROOTBALL OF ALL TREES JUST BEFORE PLACING INTO THE PLANTING PIT. DO NOT "TEASE" ROOTS 2) BARRIERS SHALL BE LOCATED IMMEDIATELY BASKET AFTER TREE IS SET IN HOLE, REMOVE ALL NYLON TIES,
IMMEDIATELY REMOVED FROM THE SITE AND SHALL BE REPLACED WITH AN ACCEPTBLE PLANT OF LIKE OUT FROM THE ROOTBALL. 6 ADJACENT TO HARDSCAPE. UNDER NO TWINE, ROPE, AND OTHER PACKING MATERIAL. REMOVE AS MUCH
TYPE AND SIZE AT THE CONTRACTOR'S OWN EXPENSE. ANY PLANTS APPEARING TO BE UNHEALTHY, 4. INSTALL THE TREE ON UNDISTURBED SUBGRADE SO THAT THE TOP OF THE ROOTBALL IS TWO TO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL THE CONTRACTOR BURLAP FROM AROUND ROOTBALL AS IS PRACTICAL.
EVEN IF DETERMINED TO STILL BE ALIVE, SHALL NOT BE ACCEPTED. THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT AND FOUR INCHES ABOVE THE SURROUNDING GRADE. USE ROOT BARRIERS OF A TYPE THAT 4. REMOVE ALL NURSERY STAKES AFTER PLANTING.
OWNER SHALL BE THE SOLE JUDGES AS TO THE ACCEPTABILITY OF PLANT MATERIAL. 5. BACKFILL THE TREE HOLE UTILIZING THE EXISTING TOPSOIL FROM ON-SITE. ROCKS LARGER THAN 1" COMPLETELY ENCIRCLE THE ROOTBALL. PREVAILING PREVAILING 5. FOR TREES 36" BOX/2.5" CAL. AND LARGER, USE THREE STAKES OR
5. ALL TREES SHALL BE STANDARD IN FORM, UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED. TREES WITH CENTRAL DIA. AND ALL OTHER DEBRIS SHALL BE REMOVED FROM THE SOIL PRIOR TO THE BACKFILL. SHOULD 1 WINDS WINDS DEADMEN (AS APPROPRIATE), SPACED EVENLY AROUND TREE.
YOUR VISION ACHIEVED THROUGH OURS.
LEADERS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IF LEADER IS DAMAGED OR REMOVED. PRUNE ALL DAMAGED TWIGS ADDITIONAL SOIL BE REQUIRED TO ACCOMPLISH THIS TASK, USE STORED TOPSOIL FROM ON-SITE OR 6. STAKING SHALL BE TIGHT ENOUGH TO PREVENT TRUNK FROM
AFTER PLANTING. IMPORT ADDITIONAL TOPSOIL FROM OFF-SITE AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO THE OWNER. IMPORTED BENDING, BUT LOOSE ENOUGH TO ALLOW SOME TRUNK MOVEMENT
6. CALIPER MEASUREMENTS FOR STANDARD (SINGLE TRUNK) TREES SHALL BE AS FOLLOWS: SIX INCHES
ABOVE THE ROOT FLARE FOR TREES UP TO AND INCLUDING FOUR INCHES IN CALIPER, AND TWELVE
TOPSOIL SHALL BE OF SIMILAR TEXTURAL CLASS AND COMPOSITION IN THE ON-SITE SOIL.
ROOT BARRIER - PLAN VIEW TREE PLANTING IN WIND.
INCHES ABOVE THE ROOT FLARE FOR TREES EXCEEDING FOUR INCHES IN CALIPER.
6. TREES SHALL NOT BE STAKED UNLESS LOCAL CONDITIONS (SUCH AS HEAVY WINDS OR SLOPES)
REQUIRE STAKES TO KEEP TREES UPRIGHT. SHOULD STAKING BE REQUIRED, THE TOTAL NUMBER OF
D SCALE: NOT TO SCALE A SCALE: NOT TO SCALE
7. MULTI-TRUNK TREES SHALL BE MEASURED BY THEIR OVERALL HEIGHT, MEASURED FROM THE TOP OF TREE STAKES (BEYOND THE MINIMUMS LISTED BELOW) WILL BE LEFT TO THE LANDSCAPE
THE ROOT BALL. WHERE CALIPER MEASUREMENTS ARE USED, THE CALIPER SHALL BE CALCULATED CONTRACTOR'S DISCRETION. SHOULD ANY TREES FALL OR LEAN, THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR
AS ONE-HALF OF THE SUM OF THE CALIPER OF THE THREE LARGEST TRUNKS. SHALL STRAIGHTEN THE TREE, OR REPLACE IT SHOULD IT BECOME DAMAGED. TREE STAKING SHALL
8. ANY TREE OR SHRUB SHOWN TO HAVE EXCESS SOIL PLACED ON TOP OF THE ROOT BALL, SO THAT ADHERE TO THE FOLLOWING GUIDELINES:
THE ROOT FLARE HAS BEEN COMPLETELY COVERED, SHALL BE REJECTED. a. 1"-2" TREES TWO STAKES PER TREE
C. SOD: PROVIDE WELL-ROOTED SOD OF THE VARIETY NOTED ON THE PLANS. SOD SHALL BE CUT FROM b. 2-1/2"-4" TREES THREE STAKES PER TREE
DATE
HEALTHY, MATURE TURF WITH SOIL THICKNESS OF 3/4" TO 1". EACH PALLET OF SOD SHALL BE c. TREES OVER 4" CALIPER GUY AS NEEDED
ACCOMPANIED BY A CERTIFICATE FROM SUPPLIER STATING THE COMPOSITION OF THE SOD. d. MULTI-TRUNK TREES THREE STAKES PER TREE MINIMUM, QUANTITY AND POSITIONS AS
D. TOPSOIL: SANDY TO CLAY LOAM TOPSOIL, FREE OF STONES LARGER THAN ½ INCH, FOREIGN MATTER, NEEDED TO STABILIZE THE TREE
PLANTS, ROOTS, AND SEEDS. 7. UPON COMPLETION OF PLANTING, CONSTRUCT AN EARTH WATERING BASIN AROUND THE TREE.
E. COMPOST: WELL-COMPOSTED, STABLE, AND WEED-FREE ORGANIC MATTER, pH RANGE OF 5.5 TO 8; COVER THE INTERIOR OF THE TREE RING WITH MULCH (TYPE AND DEPTH PER PLANS).
MOISTURE CONTENT 35 TO 55 PERCENT BY WEIGHT; 100 PERCENT PASSING THROUGH 3/4-INCH SIEVE; E. SHRUB, PERENNIAL, AND GROUNDCOVER PLANTING DATE
SOLUBLE SALT CONTENT OF 5 TO 10 DECISIEMENS/M; NOT EXCEEDING 0.5 PERCENT INERT CONTAMINANTS 1. DIG THE PLANTING HOLES TWICE AS WIDE AND 2" LESS DEEP THAN EACH PLANT'S ROOTBALL. INSTALL
AND FREE OF SUBSTANCES TOXIC TO PLANTINGS. NO MANURE OR ANIMAL-BASED PRODUCTS SHALL BE THE PLANT IN THE HOLE. BACKFILL AROUND THE PLANT WITH SOIL AMENDED PER SOIL TEST
USED. RECOMMENDATIONS. 01/07/2022
F. FERTILIZER: GRANULAR FERTILIZER CONSISTING OF NITROGEN, PHOSPHORUS, POTASSIUM, AND OTHER 2. WHEN PLANTING IS COMPLETE, INSTALL MULCH (TYPE AND DEPTH PER PLANS) OVER ALL PLANTING
NUTRIENTS IN PROPORTIONS, AMOUNTS, AND RELEASE RATES RECOMMENDED IN A SOIL REPORT FROM A BEDS, COVERING THE ENTIRE PLANTING AREA. DRAWN BY
QUALIFIED SOIL-TESTING AGENCY (SEE BELOW). F. SODDING
G. MULCH: SIZE AND TYPE AS INDICATED ON PLANS, FREE FROM DELETERIOUS MATERIALS AND SUITABLE AS A 1. SOD VARIETY TO BE AS SPECIFIED ON THE LANDSCAPE PLAN. S. STOCKTON
TOP DRESSING OF TREES AND SHRUBS. 2. LAY SOD WITHIN 24 HOURS FROM THE TIME OF STRIPPING. DO NOT LAY IF THE GROUND IS FROZEN.
H. TREE STAKING AND GUYING 3. LAY THE SOD TO FORM A SOLID MASS WITH TIGHTLY FITTED JOINTS. BUTT ENDS AND SIDES OF SOD
1. STAKES: 6' LONG GREEN METAL T-POSTS. STRIPS - DO NOT OVERLAP. STAGGER STRIPS TO OFFSET JOINTS IN ADJACENT COURSES.
DESIGNED BY
2. GUY AND TIE WIRE: ASTM A 641, CLASS 1, GALVANIZED-STEEL WIRE, 2-STRAND, TWISTED, 0.106 INCH 4. ROLL THE SOD TO ENSURE GOOD CONTACT OF THE SOD'S ROOT SYSTEM WITH THE SOIL
DIAMETER. UNDERNEATH. S. STOCKTON
3. STRAP CHAFING GUARD: REINFORCED NYLON OR CANVAS AT LEAST 1-1/2 INCH WIDE, WITH 5. WATER THE SOD THOROUGHLY WITH A FINE SPRAY IMMEDIATELY AFTER PLANTING TO OBTAIN AT
GROMMETS TO PROTECT TREE TRUNKS FROM DAMAGE. LEAST SIX INCHES OF PENETRATION INTO THE SOIL BELOW THE SOD. CHECKED BY
I. STEEL EDGING: PROFESSIONAL STEEL EDGING, 14 GAUGE THICK X 4 INCHES WIDE, FACTORY PAINTED DARK G. MULCH 1 SHRUB, PERENNIAL, OR ORNAMENTAL GRASS.
GREEN. ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS INCLUDE COL-MET OR APPROVED EQUAL. 1. INSTALL MULCH TOPDRESSING, TYPE AND DEPTH PER MULCH NOTE, IN ALL PLANTING AREAS AND 1
J. PRE-EMERGENT HERBICIDES: ANY GRANULAR, NON-STAINING PRE-EMERGENT HERBICIDE THAT IS LABELED TREE RINGS. 2 MULCH, TYPE AND DEPTH PER PLANS. PLACE NO C. LAZENBY
FOR THE SPECIFIC ORNAMENTALS OR TURF ON WHICH IT WILL BE UTILIZED. PRE-EMERGENT HERBICIDES 2. DO NOT INSTALL MULCH WITHIN 6" OF TREE ROOT FLARE AND WITHIN 24" OF HABITABLE STRUCTURES, 2 MORE THAN 1" OF MULCH WITHIN 6" OF PLANT
SHALL BE APPLIED PER THE MANUFACTURER'S LABELED RATES. EXCEPT AS MAY BE NOTED ON THESE PLANS. MULCH COVER WITHIN 6" OF CONCRETE WALKS AND CENTER. SCALE
CURBS SHALL NOT PROTRUDE ABOVE THE FINISH SURFACE OF THE WALKS AND CURBS. MULCH 7 3 3 FINISH GRADE.
COVER WITHIN 12" OF WALLS SHALL BE AT LEAST 3" LOWER THAN THE TOP OF WALL.
METHODS H. CLEAN UP
1. DURING LANDSCAPE PREPARATION AND PLANTING, KEEP ALL PAVEMENT CLEAN AND ALL WORK AREAS 4 4 ROOT BALL.
A. SOIL PREPARATION IN A NEAT, ORDERLY CONDITION.
1. BEFORE STARTING WORK, THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY THAT THE GRADE OF ALL 2. DISPOSED LEGALLY OF ALL EXCAVATED MATERIALS OFF THE PROJECT SITE. 5 5 BACKFILL. AMEND AND FERTILIZE ONLY AS
LANDSCAPE AREAS ARE WITHIN +/-0.1' OF FINISH GRADE. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE I. INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE RECOMMENDED IN SOIL FERTILITY ANALYSIS.
OWNER IMMEDIATELY SHOULD ANY DISCREPANCIES EXIST. 1. UPON COMPLETION OF THE WORK, THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE THE SITE CLEAN,
2. SOIL TESTING: 6
FREE OF DEBRIS AND TRASH, AND SUITABLE FOR USE AS INTENDED. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR 6 UNDISTURBED NATIVE SOIL.
a. AFTER FINISH GRADES HAVE BEEN ESTABLISHED, CONTRACTOR SHALL HAVE SOIL SAMPLES SHALL THEN REQUEST AN INSPECTION BY THE OWNER TO DETERMINE FINAL ACCEPTABILITY.
FROM THE PROJECT'S LANDSCAPE AREAS TESTED BY AN ESTABLISHED SOIL TESTING 2. WHEN THE INSPECTED PLANTING WORK DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, THE 7 3" HIGH EARTHEN WATERING BASIN.
LABORATORY. EACH SAMPLE SUBMITTED TO THE LAB SHALL CONTAIN NO LESS THAN ONE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL REPLACE AND/OR REPAIR THE REJECTED WORK TO THE OWNER'S
X
QUART OF SOIL, TAKEN FROM BETWEEN THE SOIL SURFACE AND 6" DEPTH. IF NO SAMPLE SATISFACTION WITHIN 24 HOURS.
LOCATIONS ARE INDICATED ON THE PLANS, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL TAKE A MINIMUM OF THREE 3. THE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE PERIOD WILL NOT COMMENCE UNTIL THE LANDSCAPE WORK HAS 2X
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SAMPLES FROM VARIOUS REPRESENTATIVE LOCATIONS FOR TESTING. BEEN RE-INSPECTED BY THE OWNER AND FOUND TO BE ACCEPTABLE. AT THAT TIME, A WRITTEN
b. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL HAVE THE SOIL TESTING LABORATORY PROVIDE RESULTS FOR THE NOTICE OF FINAL ACCEPTANCE WILL BE ISSUED BY THE OWNER, AND THE MAINTENANCE AND
FOLLOWING: SOIL TEXTURAL CLASS, GENERAL SOIL FERTILITY, pH, ORGANIC MATTER CONTENT, GUARANTEE PERIODS WILL COMMENCE.
SALT (CEC), LIME, SODIUM ADSORPTION RATIO (SAR) AND BORON CONTENT. J. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
c. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL ALSO SUBMIT THE PROJECT'S PLANT LIST TO THE LABORATORY ALONG 1. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF ALL WORK SHOWN
WITH THE SOIL SAMPLES. ON THESE PLANS FOR 90 DAYS BEYOND FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF ALL LANDSCAPE WORK BY THE
d. THE SOIL REPORT PRODUCED BY THE LABORATORY SHALL CONTAIN RECOMMENDATIONS FOR OWNER. LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SHALL INCLUDE WEEKLY SITE VISITS FOR THE FOLLOWING
THE FOLLOWING (AS APPROPRIATE): SEPARATE SOIL PREPARATION AND BACKFILL MIX ACTIONS (AS APPROPRIATE): PROPER PRUNING, RESTAKING OF TREES, RESETTING OF PLANTS THAT
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GENERAL ORNAMENTAL PLANTS, XERIC PLANTS, TURF, AND NATIVE HAVE SETTLED, MOWING AND AERATION OF LAWNS, WEEDING, TREATING FOR INSECTS AND
SEED, AS WELL AS PRE-PLANT FERTILIZER APPLICATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ANY DISEASES,REPLACEMENT OF MULCH, REMOVAL OF LITTER, REPAIRS TO THE IRRIGATION SYSTEM DUE
OTHER SOIL RELATED ISSUES. THE REPORT SHALL ALSO PROVIDE A FERTILIZER PROGRAM FOR TO FAULTY PARTS AND/OR WORKMANSHIP, AND THE APPROPRIATE WATERING OF ALL PLANTINGS.
THE ESTABLISHMENT PERIOD AND FOR LONG-TERM MAINTENANCE. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL MAINTAIN THE IRRIGATION SYSTEM IN PROPER WORKING
3. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL INSTALL SOIL AMENDMENTS AND FERTILIZERS PER THE SOILS REPORT ORDER, WITH SCHEDULING ADJUSTMENTS BY SEASON TO MAXIMIZE WATER CONSERVATION.
RECOMMENDATIONS. ANY CHANGE IN COST DUE TO THE SOIL REPORT RECOMMENDATIONS, EITHER 2. SHOULD SODDED AREAS NOT BE COVERED BY AN AUTOMATIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM, THE LANDSCAPE SHRUB AND PERENNIAL PLANTING
CALIBER CAR WASH PLANTING DETAILS AND SPECIFICATIONS
4.
INCREASE OR DECREASE, SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE OWNER WITH THE REPORT.
FOR BIDDING PURPOSES ONLY, THE SOIL PREPARATION SHALL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING:
CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WATERING THESE AREAS AND OBTAINING A FULL,
HEALTHY STAND OF PLANTS AT NO ADDITIONAL COST TO THE OWNER.
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a. TURF: INCORPORATE THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS INTO THE TOP 8" OF SOIL BY MEANS OF 3. TO ACHIEVE FINAL ACCEPTANCE AT THE END OF THE MAINTENANCE PERIOD, ALL OF THE FOLLOWING
ROTOTILLING AFTER CROSS-RIPPING: CONDITIONS MUST OCCUR:
i. NITROGEN STABILIZED ORGANIC AMENDMENT - 4 CU. YDS. PER 1,000 S.F. a. THE LANDSCAPE SHALL SHOW ACTIVE, HEALTHY GROWTH (WITH EXCEPTIONS MADE FOR
ii. PREPLANT TURF FERTILIZER (10-20-10 OR SIMILAR, SLOW RELEASE, ORGANIC) - 15 LBS PER 1,000 SEASONAL DORMANCY). ALL PLANTS NOT MEETING THIS CONDITION SHALL BE REJECTED AND
S.F. REPLACED BY HEALTHY PLANT MATERIAL PRIOR TO FINAL ACCEPTANCE.
b. TREES, SHRUBS, AND PERENNIALS: INCORPORATE THE FOLLOWING AMENDMENTS INTO THE TOP b. ALL HARDSCAPE SHALL BE CLEANED PRIOR TO FINAL ACCEPTANCE.
8" OF SOIL BY MEANS OF ROTOTILLING AFTER CROSS-RIPPING: c. SODDED AREAS MUST BE ACTIVELY GROWING AND MUST REACH A MINIMUM HEIGHT OF 1 1/2
i. NITROGEN STABILIZED ORGANIC AMENDMENT - 4 CU. YDS. PER 1,000 S.F. INCHES BEFORE FIRST MOWING. HYDROMULCHED AREAS SHALL SHOW ACTIVE, HEALTHY
ii. 12-12-12 FERTILIZER (OR SIMILAR, ORGANIC, SLOW RELEASE) - 10 LBS. PER CU. YD. GROWTH. BARE AREAS LARGER THAN TWELVE SQUARE INCHES MUST BE RESODDED OR
iii. "CLAY BUSTER" OR EQUAL - USE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDED RATE RESEEDED (AS APPROPRIATE) PRIOR TO FINAL ACCEPTANCE. ALL SODDED TURF SHALL BE
iv. IRON SULPHATE - 2 LBS. PER CU. YD. NEATLY MOWED. 1
5. IN THE CONTEXT OF THESE PLANS, NOTES, AND SPECIFICATIONS, "FINISH GRADE" REFERS TO THE K. WARRANTY PERIOD, PLANT GUARANTEE AND REPLACEMENTS
FINAL ELEVATION OF THE SOIL SURFACE (NOT TOP OF MULCH) AS INDICATED ON THE GRADING PLANS. 1. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL GUARANTEE ALL TREES, SHRUBS, PERENNIALS, SOD, AND
a. BEFORE STARTING WORK, THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY THAT THE ROUGH IRRIGATION SYSTEMS FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF THE OWNER'S FINAL
GRADES OF ALL LANDSCAPE AREAS ARE WITHIN +/-0.1' OF FINISH GRADE. SEE SPECIFICATIONS ACCEPTANCE (90 DAYS FOR ANNUAL PLANTS). THE CONTRACTOR SHALL REPLACE, AT HIS OWN 2
FOR MORE DETAILED INSTRUCTION ON TURF AREA AND PLANTING BED PREPARATION. EXPENSE AND TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE OWNER, ANY PLANTS WHICH DIE IN THAT TIME, OR
b. CONSTRUCT AND MAINTAIN FINISH GRADES AS SHOWN ON GRADING PLANS, AND CONSTRUCT REPAIR ANY PORTIONS OF THE IRRIGATION SYSTEM WHICH OPERATE IMPROPERLY.
AND MAINTAIN SLOPES AS RECOMMENDED BY THE GEOTECHNICAL REPORT. ALL LANDSCAPE 2. AFTER THE INITIAL MAINTENANCE PERIOD AND DURING THE GUARANTEE PERIOD, THE LANDSCAPE
AREAS SHALL HAVE POSITIVE DRAINAGE AWAY FROM STRUCTURES AT THE MINIMUM SLOPE CONTRACTOR SHALL ONLY BE RESPONSIBLE FOR REPLACEMENT OF PLANTS WHEN PLANT DEATH
SPECIFIED IN THE REPORT AND ON THE GRADING PLANS, AND AREAS OF POTENTIAL PONDING CANNOT BE ATTRIBUTED DIRECTLY TO OVERWATERING OR OTHER DAMAGE BY HUMAN ACTIONS.
SHALL BE REGRADED TO BLEND IN WITH THE SURROUNDING GRADES AND ELIMINATE PONDING L. PROVIDE A MINIMUM OF (2) COPIES OF RECORD DRAWINGS TO THE OWNER UPON COMPLETION OF WORK. A
POTENTIAL. RECORD DRAWING IS A RECORD OF ALL CHANGES THAT OCCURRED IN THE FIELD AND THAT ARE
c. THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL DETERMINE WHETHER OR NOT THE EXPORT OF ANY SOIL DOCUMENTED THROUGH CHANGE ORDERS, ADDENDA, OR CONTRACTOR/CONSULTANT DRAWING MARKUPS.
WILL BE NEEDED, TAKING INTO ACCOUNT THE ROUGH GRADE PROVIDED, THE AMOUNT OF SOIL
AMENDMENTS TO BE ADDED (BASED ON A SOIL TEST, PER SPECIFICATIONS), AND THE FINISH 3
GRADES TO BE ESTABLISHED.
d. ENSURE THAT THE FINISH GRADE IN SHRUB AREAS IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO WALKS AND
OTHER WALKING SURFACES, AFTER INSTALLING SOIL AMENDMENTS, IS 3" BELOW THE ADJACENT
FINISH SURFACE, IN ORDER TO ALLOW FOR PROPER MULCH DEPTH. TAPER THE SOIL SURFACE
limited to construction, bidding, and/or construction staking without the express written consent of TIMMONS GROUP.
TO MEET FINISH GRADE, AS SPECIFIED ON THE GRADING PLANS, AT APPROXIMATELY 18" AWAY
FROM THE WALKS.
e. ENSURE THAT THE FINISH GRADE IN TURF AREAS IMMEDIATELY ADJACENT TO WALKS AND
OTHER WALKING SURFACES, AFTER INSTALLING SOIL AMENDMENTS, IS 1" BELOW THE FINISH
SURFACE OF THE WALKS. TAPER THE SOIL SURFACE TO MEET FINISH GRADE, AS SPECIFIED ON
THE GRADING PLANS, AT APPROXIMATELY 18" AWAY FROM THE WALKS.
f. SHOULD ANY CONFLICTS AND/OR DISCREPANCIES ARISE BETWEEN THE GRADING PLANS, 4
GEOTECHNICAL REPORT, THESE NOTES AND PLANS, AND ACTUAL CONDITIONS, THE
CONTRACTOR SHALL IMMEDIATELY BRING SUCH ITEMS TO THE ATTENTION OF THE LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECT, GENERAL CONTRACTOR, AND OWNER.
6. ONCE SOIL PREPARATION IS COMPLETE, THE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR SHALL ENSURE THAT THERE
ARE NO DEBRIS, TRASH, OR STONES LARGER THAN 1" REMAINING IN THE TOP 6" OF SOIL.
1 ROLLED-TOP STEEL EDGING PER PLANS.
2 TAPERED STEEL STAKES.
3 MULCH, TYPE AND DEPTH PER PLANS.
4 FINISH GRADE.
NOTES:
1) INSTALL EDGING SO THAT STAKES WILL BE ON INSIDE OF PLANTING BED.
2) BOTTOM OF EDGING SHALL BE BURIED A MINIMUM OF 1" BELOW FINISH GRADE.
3) TOP OF MULCH SHALL BE 1" LOWER THAN TOP OF EDGING.
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City of Dover 2021 Applications by Type
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City of Dover Population
The City of Dover, Delaware has a land area of 23.7 square miles
2010 Population: 36,047
Total 2020 Population: 39,403
Dover's Race Makeup
White (39.6%)
Black (44.0%)
American Indian/Alaskan
Native (0.55%)
Asian (3.30%)
Native Hawaiian/Pacific
Islander (0.09%)
Some Other Race (3.62%)
Two or More Races (9.21%)
6,000 00-19
2020 Population by Sex and Age Cohort
20-24
4,000 65+
25-34
45-54
35-44 55-64
2,000
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14,098 Occupied Housing Units in 2019
Owner Occupied: 48.31%
Renter Occupied: 51.69%
60% of the population 16 years or older
are in the labor force.
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Data for this infographic has come from the 2020 Decennial Census, 2019 ACS, and the 2021 Delaware Population Consortium Annual
Population Projections. Produced by the City of Dover Planning Office 2/22/2022