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CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE
PLANNING COMMISSION
Monday, December 18, 2023 at 7:00 PM
City Hall Council Chambers, 15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, Delaware
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.
IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL MEETING NOTICE
The Planning Commission Meeting for December 18, 2023 will be held as an In-Person Meeting at City
Hall in City Council Chambers. The public is welcome to attend in person. The Meeting will also be
provided as a Virtual Meeting using WebEx, an audio/visual conferencing system as an electronic means
of communication. See participation information below to join by phone or computer.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION INFORMATION
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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. Adoption of Minutes of November 20, 2023
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COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS
Meeting Reminder: The next Planning Commission regular meeting date is scheduled for Tuesday,
January 16, 2024 at 7:00 PM.
Update on City Council Actions
Department of Planning & Inspections Updates
Education and Training Opportunities
2. The following courses are offered by the University of Delaware’s Institute for Public
Administration. Contact the Planning Office for registration.
Advanced Land Use Law - Wednesday, December 20, 2023, 10:00AM to Noon via
Zoom.
Planning 101: Planning Your Community's Future - Wednesday, January 17, 2024,
9:00AM to Noon at Kent County Levy Court, 555 S. Bay Road, Dover.
Introduction to Land-Use Law - Wednesday, February 7, 2024, 10:00AM to Noon via
Zoom.
SPECIAL RECOGNITION
3. Resolution for the Service of Mr. Robert D. Hartman on the Planning Commission.
OPENING REMARKS CONCERNING MEETING PROCEDURES FOR APPLICATIONS
OLD BUSINESS
Request Extension of Planning Commission Approval
4. C-21-08 Royal Farms at 1205 McKee Road - Request for One-year Extension of Planning
Commission approval granted on December 20, 2021 for a Conditional Use Site Plan and
associated Minor Subdivision Plan Application for construction of a 5,154 SF Retail Store
(Convenience Store) and associated fuel pumps. The Application includes associated site
improvements and a 1,248 SF Accessory building to serve as a drive-through Car Wash. The
property is currently zoned C-2A (Limited Central Commercial Zone) and is subject to COZ-
1 (Corridor Overlay Zone). The proposed Lot 1 is 2.545 +/ acres (110,854 SF) and is the
location of the proposed development. The proposed Lot 2 is 0.870 +/- acres (37,897 SF) and
is currently not subject to a design proposal. The Site overall currently consists of 3.415 +/-
acres (148,751 SF) and is located at the northeast corner of the intersection of McKee Road
and College Road. The owner of record is Two Farms Inc. Property Address: 1205 McKee
Road. Tax Parcel Number: ED-05-067.00-02-51.00-000. Council District 4.
NEW APPLICATIONS
5. S-23-22 Walker Road Apartments at Guinn property – Public Hearing and Review of a Site
Development Application for the construction of two (2) three story, garden style apartment
buildings consisting of twenty four (24) units each for a total of 48 units. Also proposed are a
clubhouse, parking lot improvements, and three (3) outdoor recreation areas. The property is
zoned RM-2 (Medium Density Residence Zone). The subject site consists of one parcel totaling
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6.83 acres +/- located on the north side of Walker Road and west of Independence Boulevard.
The owner of record is the Arthur Guinn Estate, and the equitable owner is Tyrone Pierre.
Property Address: unaddressed parcel on Walker Road. Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.18-01-71.00-
000. Council District 4. For Consideration: Active Recreation Area Plan.
6. SB-23-03 Revised Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design at McKee Road and W.
Denneys Road - Public Hearing and Review of a Revised Subdivision Plan to increase the
number of townhouses from 87 to 103 townhouses (increase of 16 townhouse units) and to
decrease the number of garden apartment units from 168 to 138 garden apartment units
(decrease of 30 units). This development known as Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood
Design (PND) proposes 241 dwelling units, recreational areas, open space, and stormwater
management areas. The property is zoned RM-1 (Medium Density Residential Zone) and
approved as a PND (Planned Neighborhood Design Option). The site is on the northeast corner
of McKee Road and W. Denneys Road. Property Address: intersection of McKee Road and
West Denneys Road. Property Owners: Hanae Harmony Properties and Stonebrook East 168
LLC. Tax Parcels: ED-05-057.03-01-01.00-000 to ED-05-057.03-01-92.00-000. Council
District 1. PND - Alternative Design Standards Requests: Townhouse Units – To permit a
minimum lot width of 20 feet and reduction of minimum lot area. Garden Apartments - To
permit four (4) stories, a 48-foot building height, and an average thirty five (35) dwelling units
per building.
Planning Commission granted conditional approval of a Conditional Use Application C-07-01
for the Conceptual Plan for Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design Development on
February 20, 2007. Planning Commission also granted conditional approval for the
Preliminary Subdivision Plan SB-07-07 for Stonebrook East PND on November 19, 2007 and
Final Record Plan approval was given on September 28, 2010. A previous plan for revision of
SB-21-05 Stonebrook East PND was never finalized.
NEW BUSINESS
ADJOURN
Posted Agenda: December 8, 2023
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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CITY OF DOVER PLANNING COMMISSION
NOVEMBER 20, 2023
The Meeting of the City of Dover Planning Commission was held on Monday, November 20,
2023 at 7:00 PM as an In-Person Meeting and also using the phone/videoconferencing system
WebEx. The Meeting Session was conducted with Chair Mrs. Maucher presiding. Members
present were Mr. Cooper, Mr. Roach (virtual), Mrs. Denney, Mr. Hartman, Mr. Baldwin, Dr.
Jones, Mr. Reaves, Mrs. Welsh, and Mrs. Maucher.
Staff members present were Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, Ms. Katherine Oehmke, Mr. Jason
Lyon (virtual), and Mrs. Kristen Mullaney.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mrs. Welsh moved to approve the Agenda as submitted, seconded by Dr. Jones and the motion
was carried 9-0.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES OF OCTOBER 16, 2023
Mrs. Denney moved to approve the Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of October 16, 2023,
seconded by Mrs. Welsh and the motion was unanimously carried 9-0.
COMMUNICATIONS & REPORTS
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the next Planning Commission regular meeting is scheduled
for Monday, December 18, 2023, at 7:00PM in the City Hall Council Chambers.
Mrs. Melson-Williams provided an update on the regular City Council and various Committee
meetings held on October 23 & 24, 2023 and November 13 & 14, 2023.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that we currently have two positions that are open in our
Department. A Planner II position and the Director of Planning & Inspections are open and
posted. In recent weeks, we have had a new Code Enforcement Officer join us: Mr. David
Sherman.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that included in the packet were two upcoming trainings that are
provided through the University of Delaware’s Biden School of Public Policy, the Institute for
Public Administration. The first being “Advanced Land Use Law”. It is a Zoom meeting to be
held on December 20, 2023. Moving into the new year, they will start their planning series with
“Planning 101”. This will be an in-person meeting held at the Kent County Levy Court Building
on January 17, 2023 and that is a 9:00AM-noon time frame. If you are a Planning Commission
member and are interested in attending one or both of those items, please see Planning Staff and
they will get you registered. We do have some training monies to assist in your education
training. If you have been through them before, it doesn’t hurt to go through them again.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that they are focused on the update on the C-2 (Central
Commercial Zone) Code Amendments Project for potential revisions to the Zoning Ordinance
for C-2 (Central Commercial Zone). As a result of the Transforming Downtown Dover Master
Plan, the City Staff and a Work Group have been focused on looking at potential changes to the
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C-2 (Central Commercial Zone). In October, they held some stakeholder meetings and in the last
month have reported to City Council a list of potential revisions to that section of our Code
focused on uses, building height, parking and some other miscellaneous potential revisions. At
this point, we have the marching orders to start drafting text for the formal process of text
amendments so they are in the process of doing so. They hope to bring to City Council
Committee, a report with those proposed text amendments to begin the formal ordinance review
process. Ultimately, it will be referred to the Planning Commission for your review and
recommendation as part of that formal review process. Look for that to come your way after the
first of the year.
OPENING REMARKS CONCERNING DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
Mrs. Melson-Williams presented the audience information on policies and procedures for the In-
Person Meeting and Virtual Meeting using the WebEx system.
OLD BUSINESS
Requests for Extensions of Planning Commission Approval: None
Pending Development Application:
S-23-19 Windward Ridge Apartments on West Denneys Road – Continued Review of a Site
Development Application for the construction of thirteen (13) garden style apartment buildings
consisting of eleven (11) buildings containing twenty-four (24) units and two (2) buildings
containing eighteen (18) units for a total of 300 apartment units. Also proposed are twelve (12)
garage buildings, a Club House with Pool, walking paths, parking, and other site improvements.
Two (2) existing single family detached dwellings will remain on separate lots after a Minor Lot
Line Adjustment Plan to reconfigure the three properties. The properties are zoned RM-2
(Medium Density Residence Zone) and partially subject to the SWPOZ (Source Water Protection
Overlay Zone). The subject site consists of three parcels totaling 40.12 acres +/- located on the
north side of West Denneys Road and west of but not adjacent to Carlisle Drive. The owners of
record are George L. Craig Jr. and Deborah J. Craig; Robert G. Keller and Gloria K. Keller; and
Bruce A. Burkett and the equitable owner is Jack Lingo Asset Management, LLC. Property
Addresses: 57 Rocky Road, 4085 West Denneys Road, and an unaddressed parcel on West
Denneys Road. Tax Parcels: ED-05-056.00-01-02.00-000, ED-05-056.00-01-03.00-000, and ED-
056.00-01-04.00-000. Council District 1. Review of Active Recreation Area. Waiver Requests:
Partial Elimination of Sidewalk and Subdivision Waiver of Requirement for Two Connections to
Public Street. This subject area was annexed with Application AX-22-03 Lands of Craig, Keller,
and Burkett: Annexation of Three Parcels on West Denneys Road. At the October 16, 2023
Meeting, the Planning Commission conducted a Public Hearing and then deferred action on
Application S-23-19 seeking additional information.
Representative: Ms. Pam Scott, Saul Ewing; Mr. Charlie Barnett, Morris & Ritchie Associates;
Mr. Doug Motley, Jack Lingo Asset Management, Mr. Joe Caloggero, The Traffic Group
Mrs. Denney moved that they continue to review of application S-23-19 Windward Ridge
Apartments Project, seconded by Mrs. Welsh and the motion was carried 9-0 by roll call vote.
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Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that this application is for a project that proposes a complex of
thirteen garden style apartment buildings and also a series of garage buildings. There are active
recreation amenities in the form of a Clubhouse with pool, walking paths, a tot lot and some
other improvements. This application began review at the October meeting of the Planning
Commission. At that time, a public hearing was conducted and closed on the application. The
Planning Commission, at that meeting, deferred action on the application seeking some
additional information. First, she wants to highlight a couple of things about the project itself. It
is located on the north side of West Denneys Road and involves a Minor Lot Line Adjustment to
actually recreate three tracts of land. Two of the tracts have existing single family residences that
will remain and the third becomes a larger tract for the development of this apartment complex.
The project itself is meeting the parking requirement for apartments. They do have two Waiver
Requests. One is the partial elimination of sidewalk which is to eliminate the sidewalk along the
portions of the properties that are where the single family residences are to remain. The second
Waiver Request is related to a provision of our Subdivision Regulations where there is a
requirement for two connections to a public street. The DAC Report was previously entered into
the record and still remains which includes the narrative and Planning Office review and then the
review comments from the series of Development Advisory Committee member. The Planning
Staff is recommending approval of both of the Waiver Requests regarding the sidewalk and the
requirement to waive the requirement for two connections to a public street. In preparation for
this meeting, we did receive additional information from the applicant focused on the
transportation related aspects of this project. It is a letter of summary with attachments and this
was distributed to the members of the Planning Commission last week as an addition to their
meeting packet. Specifically, there is a letter of November 14, 2024 on this project that provides
a traffic coordination summary that was prepared by Morris & Ritchie Associates and includes
three attachments. It included the Traffic Impact Study scoping meeting minutes from November
2022, the Area-Wide Study Fee and Off-site Improvements Memo of August 2023, and an
additional copy of the DelDOT application review commentary (otherwise known as their DAC
comments). Additionally, they also included an email of November 14, 2023 that was received
from the DelDOT plan reviewer assigned to the City of Dover who is Michael Vandevander. His
email included attachments of the pre-submittal meeting notes for the project that was held as a
conference call in July 2023 and also another copy of that Area-Wide Study Fee and Off-site
Improvements Memorandum from August 2023.
Ms. Scott stated that as Mrs. Melson-Williams indicated, they did provide a letter to the Planning
Commission dated November 14, 2023 which was our attempt to address a number of the issues
that arose during the October 16, 2023 Planning Commission meeting that really were focused
on issues involving DelDOT; both with respect to the DelDOT requirements with respect to the
review of this project as well as the location of the proposed access for this project and the
Waiver Request that they are making with respect to requesting that only one entrance be
provided in connection with this project. She doesn’t know whether this letter may have caused
any additional questions from the Planning Commission as to the information that we have
provided. If so, they would certainly be happy to answer any of those questions at this time.
Mr. Hartman stated that he didn’t see anything newly disclosed or any new information from the
actual submittal.
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Dr. Jones asked if there was an attempt at all to meet with the residents about their concerns
about the project. There were quite a few comments regarding safety in that area and access and
so forth. Do you know if there was any attempt to meet with the residents? Responding to Dr.
Jones, Ms. Scott stated that she doesn’t believe that there was outside of the hearings that have
occurred to date with respect to this project. She thinks that she would say that she knows that a
lot of the concerns that were raised had to do with traffic. This project is obviously being
proposed to have an entrance on a State maintained highway, West Denneys Road. Because of
that, they are largely subject to having to meet DelDOT’s rules and regulations with respect to
access and with respect to any other requirements that they may have about this project. They
have met all of those requirements. She believes that Mrs. Melson-Williams indicated that one of
the things that was received was an email from the gentleman from DelDOT. He was following
up on the preliminary review meeting that they had with DelDOT with respect to the proposed
access to this site. In any event, Mr. Vandevander stated that “the proposed entrance for this
subdivision is located at a position that provides the most sight distance in each direction. The
Department is in support of a single access point. This will provide the safety ingress/egress to
the site, and maximize the use of the sight distance.” DelDOT will not entertain the concept of
having a second access on West Denneys Road mainly because of the fact that we only have
about 390 feet of frontage on West Denneys Road and that does not provide enough distance
between the two possible entrance locations in DelDOT’s opinion, for that to be safe access with
two separate entrance points. What they have done is, they have worked with them to design an
entrance which they have determined to be safe and appropriate with respect to this particular
project. Beyond that, she knows that there was some questions about did they or did they not
have to do a Traffic Impact Study. The short answer to that is no we did not. The reason is
because there is a provision in DelDOT’s handbook that essentially provides that even though
there are some requirements for a Traffic Impact Study that they may in fact fall within; DelDOT
has the authority to rather than require a TIS, to require that they pay an Area-Wide Study Fee.
In this particular instance, that was the decision made by the Department of Transportation. That
was also made in accordance with the City of Dover because the City of Dover had the
opportunity during the course of those conversations to request a TIS and the City of Dover was
comfortable with what DelDOT was proposing with respect to the Area-Wide Study Fee.
Ms. Scott asked to hand out some information to the Commissioners (the Handout was excerpts
from the Development Coordination Manual.) They are specific provisions from DelDOT’s
Development Coordination Manual. These are specific provisions with respect to the
requirements for Traffic Impact Studies and then also the specific provisions as they relate to the
Area-Wide Study Fee. As she stated, they have requested the Waiver with the respect to
providing two entrances. Clearly in the information that has been received and has been provided
in the record that you have been given, there is no other ability to provide a second access on any
other street. The only option for a second access would be on West Denneys Road and again,
that is a decision that relies solely within the jurisdiction and authority of the Department of
Transportation. She does understand that there are some concerns that the one of the objectives
of the Planning Commission is to ensure the safety and welfare of the general public. But she
doesn’t think that at the end of the day, that supersedes DelDOT’s authority with respect to the
design, access and control of the roads that they are responsible to maintain under Title 17 of the
Delaware Code. She believes that the Waiver that they are requesting, meets the requirements of
your Code with respect to there being unnecessary hardship and exceptional practical difficulty
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in being able to meet that requirement because as she said, they really don’t have any options for
providing that second access for this particular project.
Mr. Hartman stated that as late as the DAC Meeting of October 16, 2023, DelDOT said it was
still offering if the local land use authority requires it, it would require a TIS. We are the local
land use authority and from what you say, we are not. Responding to Mr. Hartman, Ms. Scott
stated that she believes that the local land use authority in that instance was the Planning
Department who attended those meetings and had the communications with DelDOT and who
clearly indicated in the minutes in the DAC Meeting that they were not requiring a Traffic
Impact Study.
Mr. Hartman stated that the cut off is 2,000 vehicles a day. We have here, two (2) short of 2,000
vehicles a day so he is calling in to question our Planning Office’s agreement with this. He
doesn’t understand why they offered an Area-Wide Study Fee based on the comments from the
residents. The residents are worried about accidents because there are 1,998 vehicles a day that is
two (2) short of what would require a Traffic Impact Study. Plus, there is only one access. That,
in his mind, would require a Traffic Impact Study or something to look at the area and none of
that was done. Last week, he asked the Planning Office if they were part of the local land use
authority and she answered in the affirmative. Responding to Mr. Hartman, Ms. Scott stated that
what she would point to again is, while there are provisions in DelDOT’s Coordination Manual
about when a TIS is required, clearly Section 2.2.2.2 (which is one of the pages that she provided
the Commission), states that “not withstanding those requirements if a development will generate
a net increase of fewer than 2,000 vehicles per day and fewer than 200 vehicles in any hour of
any day, the applicant has not been required to conduct a TIS under certain provisions, the
applicant may be permitted in lieu of conducting a TIS, to contribute funds equal to a certain
amount as an area-wide study fee.” Again, that is DelDOT’s call potentially, as to whether they
think that whatever additional information would be generated as a result of TIS for this project
is such information that they need or whether they don’t need that information and instead, prefer
to have these additional funds to look at other aspects of this project.
Mr. Hartman stated that they are paying almost $20,000 for the fee. You are paying the time it’s
taking for us to consider this and you are paying an attorney here tonight. How much would it
have costed you to do a TIS at the very beginning? Responding to Mr. Hartman, Ms. Scott stated
that is not really the question. The question is, is the regulating agency requiring that and they
are not. They have rules and regulations that they follow which we are also following and in that
vein, they are following very specifically what they told us they are requiring with respect to
access to the roadways that are within their jurisdiction. They will be making other
improvements to the roadways and she thinks Mr. Barnett mentioned that the last time that he
was here. As part of the entrance approval process that they also still have to go through with
DelDOT, there will be other improvements that they are going to have to make.
Mr. Barnett stated that they did speak about this a little bit last time. To clarify a little bit and he
will ask Mr. Joe Caloggero with The Traffic Group to yell at him if he over speaks and he can
get in to fix these specific comments. As he tried to elaborate in the latest letter submitted, during
the Scoping Meeting that was held on November 2022, there was more to the meeting than just
deciding whether or not a fee can take a place of a Traffic Impact Study. What happens in that
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meeting is DelDOT, the Traffic Engineer themselves, and the City Planning Office looked at
what is typically done in a Traffic Impact Study. They looked at the various surrounding
intersections, portions of the roads that are nearby the site, and the traffic that would be
generated by the development. They make a determination of whether or not they think that these
proposed improvements are going to impact those intersections. For the traffic at those
surrounding intersections and the existing traffic on those roads, it is not just a blind number that
if you are a couple trips under this limit, you don’t have to do any work. That is not the case but
he wonders if there is a misunderstanding of the difference between the Area-Wide Study Fee
and what has to get done as part of a development that falls underneath that category and a full
Traffic Impact Study and a development that has to be underneath that. It does not prevent them
from having to do any off-site improvements. It does not prevent the developer from having to
pay into any improvements for surrounding intersections or other upgrades that aren’t directly
involved with the entrance. It doesn’t keep them from needing to improve certain portions of
West Denneys Road along the front of their subdivision. It doesn’t do any of those things. It
doesn’t cut any corners. It doesn’t shortcut a process or a safety factor or any of those kinds of
design elements that need to get done. It merely looks at what’s in the surrounding area, what
DelDOT knows about intersections, what their existing traffic numbers say about those
intersections, and determines does this project require further studies for those intersections? Do
we know enough about them and do we know enough about how much traffic is going to be
coming that we know what to anticipate and we know what to require that developer to do as part
of this subdivision? That is the answer that they came up with at that meeting.
Dr. Jones stated that she is reading that DelDOT’s decision is clear that a TIS is not required for
this project. She would ask the applicant to address the concern that it may not be required but
does that mean that it wasn’t feasible. Responding to Dr. Jones, Ms. Scott stated that a Traffic
Impact Study, in her experience, is only performed when the Transportation Department and/or
the local jurisdiction require it. It is an expensive undertaking. She is not aware of, for the most
part, applicants developing a piece of property are not going to perform that study unless
DelDOT specifically requests it or the local jurisdiction does.
Dr. Jones stated that her concern would be that Mrs. Melson-Williams was privy to all of the
concerns that were raised during the last meeting. she thinks that the minutes indicated that she
pretty much went along with the decision or she sort of influenced the decision or she was not in
opposition to the decision to not have the TIS. Responding to Dr. Jones, Mrs. Melson-Williams
stated the City of Dover Planning Staff typically has a representative try to attend any kind of
scoping meeting that occurs with a project. As mentioned by Mr. Barnett, there is a discussion of
traffic in the area, what intersections are within so many intersections of the subject site, and any
known issues in the area. In this case, we are talking about a State maintained road at the edge of
the community. There was obviously a decision that there will be improvements made to the
road section that’s in front of the project site in order to accommodate the entrance and its
various turn lanes. Planning Staff, in general, did not feel that a TIS would bear out anything that
wasn’t already going to probably happen as part of their entrance plan review process. There will
be off-site improvements that are required for this project just like any other subdivision project.
There are improvements that have happened over the years. Two of the closest main
intersections are already signalized. So, if some of those DelDOT off-site improvements trigger
paying into signal agreements and she thinks that one of those are actually mentioned in some of
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their letters already, then those improvements and participation will have to happen. They are on
the hook for making the necessary improvements on their segment of West Denneys Road. We
do have other projects for development further to the east of here that have gone through the
process and will be making intersection and their own entrance improvements. We cannot deal
with things that were built a number of years ago such as the entrance to Carlisle Village; it is
not in the City. But the additional subdivisions along that corridor that have already have been
built, had to make improvements to the segment of road there. So they felt comfortable that them
going the Area-Wide Study route was feasible in this instance because they would be still
making improvements as required to meet this type of road segment for this type of entrance
under the provisions that are established by DelDOT.
Mr. Hartman stated those improvements that are envisioned have mostly to deal with the aspect
of just one entrance. It’s not dealing with the amount of traffic at the 1,998 vehicles per day.
Responding to Mr. Hartman, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that she is not a traffic engineer. The
improvements that they will have to design for their entrance are much more in the traffic
engineering world. It deals with the section of road, the travel lanes, the need for turn lanes,
deceleration and acceleration lanes, and the form of the road itself. There are a number of things
that from a traffic engineering standpoint they will have to improve on this segment of the road.
DelDOT would deal with how the rest of the roadway, if there are other additional improvements
beyond the frontage of the subject site. You may want to direct a question to the applicant since
they do have their traffic engineer with them this evening to understand a little bit more about
how that Entrance Plan review process works and what types of improvements could be
anticipated here.
Mr. Caloggero stated that he is with The Traffic Group and is the Vice President, Professional
Engineer, professional traffic operations engineer, and a professional transportation planner. He
has been doing projects in Delaware since 2000. He has worked very close with DelDOT and a
lot of the local municipalities. He did, prior to this evening, his own independent study based on
data that he could obtain. As they are going through the process for a Scoping Meeting, they will
look at the peak hour trips. He knows that it has been mentioned about 2,000 daily trips but they
are also looking at the peak hour trips. There are 116 peak hour trips in the morning and about
150 peak hour trips in the evening. The peak hour in the morning is typically one hour between
7-9AM and in the evening it is one hour between 4-6PM. They have a national manual and it’s
from numerous studies of different types of residential developments that will provide you
calculations to determine how many trips this development would expect on a regular basis.
They could be higher some days or they could be lower. But in general, these are the numbers
that were calculated. When we look at 116 in the morning, it’s 2 per minute; so, one car every 30
seconds. In the evening, it is 150; so it would be just over 2 per minute but less than 3 per
minute. We look at that and we look at the roadway network. West Denneys Road has two traffic
signals on either end of the development and that provides gaps. As the traffic signals allow
traffic to come on West Denneys Road, they come in platoons and then there are gaps. That’s
when traffic can exit the site accordingly. It is great that there are two signalized intersections on
each side. That, in itself, provides a necessary safety feature. Site distance is outstanding in this
area. There is over 560 feet in one direction and 660 feet in the other direction. He is not saying
that people travel at 60 MPH but it allows for people to make decisions if people traveling at 60
MPH on West Denneys Road and someone were to pull out. That safety feature is built in. They
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did another evaluation based on traffic counts that they were able to obtain from DelDOT from
2019 and it shows what is called the volume to capacity ratio. This type of road based on
national standards can accommodate 1,700 vehicles in 1 hour. Today, based on 2019 data, they
had a maximum of 250 so the volume to capacity ratio was 15% in the worst peak hour of the
road. So, there is plenty of available capacity for this development to utilize without over
burdening this section of road. In his professional opinion, a lot of the reasons why a Traffic
Impact Study wasn’t necessary is that DelDOT had this information. They talked about it in the
Scoping Meeting and he thinks they would have found acceptable levels of service. That is the
reason that DelDOT requests a check. They pay them the money and they can take that money
and use it for a different study that may have more needs than this area. He knows that it may not
suit the needs exactly for this hearing today, but in general they are looking at that money and
how can they maybe fix something else or can they study something that is really worthwhile to
really make improvements that have an issue. Those are all the reasons why, in his opinion, that
a Traffic Impact Study was not required. This is all information that DelDOT had at their
fingertips that they provided to him.
Mr. Hartman asked if they could explain the 250 trips per hour a little more. Does that include
the proposed development and all the five developments that are around there? Responding to
Mr. Hartman, Mr. Caloggero stated that he looked at existing. He was provided traffic counts
from 2019 in September when schools were in session. In the peak hour, there were 250 vehicles
traveling in one hour along West Denneys Road between McKee Road and Kenton Road. That
takes up 15% of the capacity of the road.
Mr. Reaves stated that where this development is and you talk about the lights that give a gap to
the traffic; however, the traffic that comes down McKee Road over the bridge, there is no light
there for that traffic to stop. It just continues on through that intersection. Responding to Mr.
Reaves, Mr. Caloggero stated that on either end of the two major DelDOT roads, there are traffic
signals.
Mr. Reaves stated that what he is saying is, the traffic that is going from McKee Road to Kenton
Road comes around that curve. There is no traffic light that stops that traffic so it just continues
through. The only traffic that would be stopped is the traffic that is waiting for a left turn.
Everyone coming from McKee Road from the bridge would not be stopping so that would not
give a complete gap in that particular situation. Responding to Mr. Reaves, Mr. Caloggero stated
that from the amount of trips that are on that part of the road and he is going back to capacity, it
is only 15% absorbed. So, there are a lot of other times where those gaps are available because
it’s not a free flow. It is not coming down Route 1 when there is a race and traffic gets backed up
and you can’t get in and out. They are looking at a two-lane road with traffic signals on either
end. They kind of meter how traffic flows through the area and there is going to be natural gaps
from those meters. There is not a lot of traffic volume on that road today as well; so, there will be
gaps to turn left to come out.
Mr. Reaves stated that the traffic comes down from that road, all traffic does not stop at a traffic
light. He needs to make that clear for the record. All traffic does not stop at two lights on either
end of the road. You have to make that crystal clear. Let’s just say for all intents and purposes,
the traffic that comes from Delaware Tech does not stop at all at the traffic light. It has no
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significance to the traffic that is traveling down that road at that particular time. There is no gap
that is created by that traffic that comes from that direction. He also has a follow up to a question
that was proposed to the applicant. The question was about communication to the existing homes
in that particular area. What was the communication, if anything, with the residents that currently
have properties in that area? Also, following up to that, what would be the impact to those
residents during the construction and getting out to the road because there is a particular
easement after the construction is completed? Responding to Mr. Reaves, Mr. Barnett stated that
he is not sure of specific individual communication to those residents other than the public
notices that were sent out on behalf of these meetings as well as the ones that were sent out
approximately one year ago with the annexation was done to bring these parcels into the City of
Dover.
Mr. Reaves stated that what he is trying to ascertain from the applicant is what type of impact
would your development’s construction create for those residents that are currently there and
how do you plan to mitigate any inconvenience to those residents that are there currently? After
the project is completed, how will they be able to access the road? Responding to Mr. Reaves,
Ms. Scott asked if he was talking about the residents of Carlisle Village.
Mr. Reaves stated that he is talking about the existing properties that are in that location.
Responding to Mr. Reaves, Mr. Caloggero asked if he meant the two single family homes that
are going to stay?
Mr. Reaves stated yes. Responding to Mr. Reaves, Mr. Caloggero stated that there have been
continual communications with the applicant and the developer with those individuals. Their
access will be fully open and maintained through the construction process. As you can see on the
screen as well, the nearest home will still have driveway access as work is being done behind
them in the development. And then, the other residents to the west, their driveway will still have
access to West Denneys Road the entire time. As West Denneys Road is improved, turn lanes are
put in, the lanes are going to be widened, shoulders are going to be created, paved shoulders for
bicycle and pedestrian traffic. As those things are done, those will be phased and DelDOT will
do them under their standards. They will probably close one half of the lane down with flaggers
as that work is done and it will be staged in segments so that they can still have full access at all
times. He doesn’t believe that any discussions have been made or any requests have been made
for them to have any other access during that time.
Mr. Reaves stated that in regard to the traffic that comes from the Del-Tech side. Has there been
any communication with DelDOT as far as changing that traffic regulatory symbol from a yield
sign to a stop sign and how would that impact your traffic if that was the case? That would create
a significant gap in traffic. Responding to Mr. Reaves, Mr. Caloggero stated that he isn’t exactly
sure where Mr. Reaves is referencing.
Mr. Barnett stated that the intersection of McKee Road and West Denneys Road is something
that DelDOT did list in their correspondence. He thinks that it is included as Attachment B to the
letter that he most recently provided that the developer will be required to aid in the
improvements to that light and intersection at McKee Road and West Denneys Road.
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Mr. Caloggero stated that the intersection in question was at Scarborough Road and DE Route
15/ McKee Road. They have what is a south bound free right turn and there was concern about
the safety of that area. This is a great comment and this leads to why an Area-Wide Study Fee
would be important because that Area-Wide Study Fee could be used to study this intersection
which has a safety concern. But more than likely, that would not have been in their Traffic
Study. That would be something to suggest that they let DelDOT know that maybe you would
like to see that intersection studied for safety improvements.
Mrs. Welsh stated that she wants to express concern. Throughout this whole thing, she has had
significant concerns about safety, as other people have mentioned, because she drives this road
maybe four or five times a week. It is daunting. That “S” curve that is right where this
development is planned. She read the information here that the single access point is the safest
ingress and egress and she can see that. She can see that versus the two points. It also says that it
will provide the safest ingress/egress to the site and maximize the use of the sight distance. To
her, this is the safest that they can make it, but the unsaid thing was “safe”. She thanks them for
the information about the 500 feet in one direction and 600 feet in the other direction because
that gives a better understanding of the distance that it is there. She can see much more about the
safety that you are providing for the entrance. Tonight’s meeting where Mrs. Melson-Williams
said that DelDOT will be working to provide other road improvements. She hopes that with the
turn lanes that she mentioned and maybe some other improvements that aren’t really on the table
right now but could be on the table that will do a little bit more to alleviate the anxiety about the
situation and where it is. She will say that she travels that road three to four times a week and it
really is intimidating going around that curve. Responding to Mrs. Welsh, Mr. Barnett stated that
as part of the entrance improvements and what they will be required to do to West Denneys Road
immediately in front at the entrance there is, DelDOT’s discussion and the engineering hasn’t
been done yet. But the curves will be softened a little bit as they widen it. It is the intent to make
that a safer transition for people not just coming and going from the subdivision but the through
traffic will also have further sight distances and the road grades and the widening of the lanes
will make that a safer travelway as well.
Mrs. Welsh stated that the softening of the curves is exactly what she was hoping to hear.
Responding to Mrs. Welsh, Mr. Barnett stated that they don’t have specific details on that yet
just because it hasn’t been done but as they move forward with DelDOT that is what will be
designed.
Mrs. Denney stated that she also sits on a Board for the County and frankly, many times when
this type of discussion comes up, she is sitting here thinking, “DelDOT, great theory.” But in the
practical application rarely does anybody do the speed limit. You can put up all the stop signs
that you want and very few young people (i.e. college students) are running out of a class trying
to get to a job or another class now at another campus. It used to be what they called in her
young days the “California roll” but now they just run them. She lives on State Street and she
could be a millionaire probably if every time somebody leaving college now especially coming
or going, just didn’t stop. She just holds her breath, and it is not good for her blood pressure
either. She really thinks that all of this sounds neatly buttoned up but the practical application of
this is that there is a danger. She knows that the lawyers and the engineers, practical application
is not what you apply but especially when you come out onto Saulsbury Road out of Kenton
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Road especially at certain times a day. By the way, it is not what you guys consider peak hours.
A lot of that is based upon when the classes get out. Trying to get from Kenton Road and merge
on Saulsbury Road, these are issues that are huge and to her, they are dangerous. She just wants
to add those comments. Not everybody that travels those roads are seasoned drivers either.
(Note: It is unclear which roads she was referring to as Kenton Road and Saulsbury Road do not
intersect.)
Dr. Jones stated that when Mrs. Melson-Williams gave her report regarding outcomes of City
Council meetings, did you say that the Active Recreation Area has been approved? Responding
to Dr. Jones, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that as part of a review of a residential development,
there is an Active Recreation Area Plan. That Active Recreation Area Plan is reviewed by the
City Council Parks, Recreation and Community Enhancement Committee for their technical
expertise related to active recreation. The Committee reports to City Council their findings and
then those findings related to the Active Recreation Area Plan, (technically that Report) is
adopted by City Council. As part of the Consent Agenda on the City Council Meeting of October
23, 2023, the Report from the Parks and Recreation and Community Enhancement Committee on
this project’s Active Recreation Area Plan was approved or accepted. That Active Recreation
Area Report is part of the review packet that was provided to the Planning Commission. It
focuses specifically on the active recreation components. In this case, they have a variety of
amenities and meet the minimum size requirement for Active Recreation Area for a project of
this size.
Mrs. Maucher noted that for Application S-23-19 Windward Ridge Apartments on West
Denneys, a public hearing was conducted during the meeting of October 16, 2023; therefore
there is no public hearing tonight.
Mrs. Welsh moved to approve S-23-19 Windward Ridge Apartments on West Denneys inclusive
of the Waiver Request for the partial elimination of sidewalk and the Subdivision Waiver of the
requirement for two connections to the public street, seconded by Mr. Cooper and the motion
was carried 5-4 by roll call vote. Mrs. Welsh voting yes; as she said previously, she still have
concerns safetywise and she is hoping that the plans that the applicant has for alleviating some
of those concerns will actually come to fruition with the construction of this project. Mr. Cooper
voting yes; for the reasons previously stated. Mr. Roach voting yes; for the reasons previously
stated. Mrs. Denney voting no; she does have the same concerns with regard to safety matters
and she would rather wait to vote on this with a yes vote once she absolutely have written on
paper and in the plan, what steps are going to be taken, how and when. She doesn’t feel like she
can make a “yes” vote on a promise to do a little more and maybe fix a little more. She wants
something that comes from DelDOT that says this is what’s happening because it is truly in her
opinion, even with the softening of the curve, that it is a public safety issue. We have accidents
there all the time and they had testimony to that at the last meeting. People get hurt and people
get killed. Mr. Hartman voting no; in recognition of what was just said. Mr. Baldwin voting yes;
based on the Staff recommendation and the study from DelDOT to make this project happen. Dr.
Jones voting no; she is not in favor because she does have some concerns as have been raised by
fellow Commissioners and she would have thought that there would have been some kind of
attempt to meet with those very concerned residents to alleviate some of their concerns and fears
about the safety of that area. Mr. Reaves voting no; with regards to some of the concerns that
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they have for the safety of that intersection and he also agrees with the understanding of having
the concessions in writing as to what is going to be actually done as far as DelDOT and the
softening of the curve and the line of sight that comes from the Kenton Road area. Mrs. Maucher
voting yes; based on the DAC Report and the additional information provided by the applicant
this evening and the clarification of the information available to us and she thinks that the
suggested road improvements should alleviate a lot of the concerns. It is not going to cure bad
driving but the applicant is doing what it can.
NEW APPLICATIONS
C-23-02 Mt. Zion AME Church Building Addition at 101 North Queen Street (and 107 North
Queen Street) - Public Hearing and Review of a Conditional Use Site Plan for an addition (1,402
SF footprint) to the Place of Worship (Church) building. The subject properties are zoned RG-1
(General Residence Zone). The properties totaling 11,500 SF are located at the northeast corner
of N. Queen Street and Fulton Street. The owner of record for both parcels is A.M.E. Church of
Dover. Property Addresses: 101 N. Queen Street and 107 N. Queen Street. Tax Parcels: ED-05-
076.08-03-37.00-000 and ED-05-076.08-03-38.00-000. Council District 4. The site was granted
a variance to increase the area permitted to be covered by buildings (Board of Adjustment
Application V-23-04).
Representative: Mr. Tim Metzner, Davis, Bowen and Friedel; Reverend Dr. Erika Crawford,
Mt. Zion AME Church
Dr. Jones recused herself from this application as this is her church.
Mr. Roach recused himself from this application as this is his church.
Ms. Oehmke stated that this application is a Conditional Use Application to expand their
conditional use on their building with an addition that has a 1,402 SF footprint. Last month, they
went before the Board of Adjustment and were granted relief from the setbacks and impervious
restrictions. The addition will house two floors of offices and multi-use spaces. It is connected to
the sidewalk system. It is on a corner. There are two handicapped spots in front of the building as
well as twenty-five spots across the street and an additional six spaces on the next corner down.
The architecture of the building is consistent with what was built originally in 1959.
Mr. Metzner stated that he is here on behalf of Mt. Zion AME Church for the Conditional Use
Site Plan Application for the building addition on the existing parcel. Also with him tonight is
Reverend Dr. Erica Crawford. As was previously stated, they are proposing a 1,402 SF building
addition onto the existing parcel. The addition provides additional office space and storage in the
basement area. It is much needed for the current use. What they are also proposing is to bring the
ADA entrance close to the street. As was previously stated, this is a corner lot and it has
sidewalks fronting on both sides of the street. The ADA accessible parking spaces are on street
directly in front and as you are looking at the screen, it is at the bottom right. There is the
proposed ADA accessible ramp and then the parking spaces are directly to the right of that. The
building addition is in the middle on the screen and it also provides the ability to keep the
entrance into the building a safe and secured entrance. At the back of the sanctuary, the existing
entrance that is to remain is at the top right corner of the screen. The existing ADA entrance was,
as you are looking at the screen, where the proposed building is at the bottom center on the left
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hand side. You had two separate entrances and from a safety standpoint that was a little
concerning. So by adding this addition, it provides a more secured location for the entrance.
Water and sewer services are City of Dover. This will need to be sprinklered so they will be
providing sprinklers to the existing and proposed additions to bring it into the most current Fire
Code. The existing architecture is brick and that is consistent with other churches in the
immediate area. Their proposed addition will mirror the existing architecture as well. The
addition remains within the same footprint (the outer footprint of the existing building). They are
not encroaching any closer to the property line to the north or toward the road than what the
existing building currently is positioned. The alley in the rear does have trash service there. They
do have the trash receptacles in a fenced area hidden back there so the trash is handled in the
rear. Per the DAC comments, the Church is not opposed to adding the additional bicycle spaces
per the recommendation in the DAC.
Rev. Dr. Crawford stated that in addition to what was already shared, it will also allow them to
have senior citizen bathrooms on the same level as the sanctuary which they are not able to do at
this time. When our seniors leave worship, they cut through the entire sanctuary to use the
elevator downstairs and sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. It will also allow them to
have funerals at the church. They don’t have a ramp that will allow caskets to come into the
church. So for families that do not have people young enough to carry the casket, they cannot
have their funeral in our church.
Mrs. Maucher opened the public hearing.
Ms. Sharon Mosley – 109 N Queen Street Dover, DE 19904
Ms. Mosley stated that she was listening to the gentleman explain the new addition and she
thinks that he may have answered her question. Just for clarification, she noticed that there was a
Variance granted for this particular project. Her question is, are there any changes in the distance
between the property lines and our property which is north? Responding to Ms. Mosley, Mrs.
Melson-Williams stated that yes, there was a Variance related to this application that was
reviewed by the City’s Board of Adjustment. That application was related to the amount of
building coverage of the site. The Board of Adjustment increased the amount of area of the lot
that can be covered by the main church building. For the project, as noted by Mr. Metzner, the
building addition is not getting any closer to that north property line than existing church already
is. If we go to one of the site plans, there is kind of a rear portion of the building that is closer to
that north property line and the addition does not get any closer than that.
Ms. Deborah Fisher – (unknown)
Ms. Fisher entered a question into the chat. She is an owner or representative of a property in the
area. She asked if the addition is two-stories. Responding to Ms. Fisher, Mrs. Melson-Williams
stated sort of. It is very similar to the existing church where there is a basement level and then an
elevated first floor section.
Mr. Metzner stated that there is a basement floor and then the first floor is actually elevated and
then the addition is just the single floor matching the first floor of the existing building. But the
first floor is elevated. The roof elevation is consistent with the adjacent properties but there is a
basement and a single first floor.
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Ms. Fisher asked if it was higher than the rear addition that is already there. Responding to Ms.
Fisher, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that it does appear that it may be slightly taller but it is not
an additional story.
Mrs. Maucher closed the public hearing.
Mrs. Denney stated that she looks at this project and she thinks that it is a good project and it is
good that the community needs more space and access for their handicapped and seniors.
Mrs. Denney moved to approve C-23-02 Mt. Zion AME Church Building Addition at 101 North
Queen Street (and 107 North Queen Street), seconded by Mr. Hartman as he thinks that it is a
good project and it is appropriate for the immediate area and should not have adverse impacts
on the future developments and the motion was carried 7-0 by roll call vote with Mr. Roach and
Dr. Jones recused. Mrs. Denney voting yes; according to her motion. Mr. Hartman voting yes; in
agreement with the motion. Mr. Baldwin voting yes; for the project. Mr. Reaves voting yes; for
reasons previously stated. Mrs. Welsh voting yes; for reasons stated. Mr. Cooper voting yes; for
the reasons stated in the motion. Mrs. Maucher voting yes; based on the Planning Staff
recommendations. It is a good project and she is particularly pleased to see the fire protection
added to both the existing church and the new addition.
S-23-20 Cold Storage Warehouse at 451 Garrison Oak Drive - Public Hearing and Review of a
Site Development Plan for a 165,000 SF Warehouse with associated site improvements. The site
is located at Lot 8 of the Garrison Oak Business & Technology Park. The property is zoned IPM-
2 (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone – Business and Technology Center) and partially subject
to the SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone: Tier 2 Primary Wellhead Protection
Area). The property of 11.53 acres is located on the south side Garrison Oak Drive. The owner of
record is the City of Dover; and the equitable owner is SLS Equity Partners. Property Address:
451 Garrison Oak Drive. Tax Parcel: LC-05-068.00-02-08.00-000. Council District 3. Waiver
Requests: Partial Elimination of Upright Curbing and Reduction of Parking Requirement. For
Consideration: Performance Standards Review Application. The site was granted two variances
to reduce setbacks related to building height and to increase the maximum lot coverage to 71%
(Board of Adjustment Application V-23-05).
Representative: Mr. Jonathan Street, Becker Morgan Group
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that this project is located at 451 Garrison Oak Drive. This is Lot 8
in the Garrison Oak Business & Technology Center. As shown on the screen, it’s kind of in the
northern portion of the interior loop of Garrison Oak Drive. The property is zoned IPM-2
(Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone – Business and Technology Center) and subject to the
SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone: Tier 2 Primary Wellhead Protection Area).
The project does have a couple of Waiver Requests with it. One is the partial elimination of
upright curbing which Planning Staff reviews related to stormwater management planning on the
site. The second Waiver Request is for Planning Commission’s consideration and that is for the
reduction of the parking requirement for the project. The parking requirement in the IPM-2
(Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone – Business and Technology Center) is either based on a
floor area rate or an employee count. Believing that the floor area count probably would govern
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in the case of this, the rate would require 207 parking spaces. They are seeking a reduction of
just about 50% to reduce that. Their plan is showing a series of vehicle parking spaces to the east
of the building or to the left of the building for the regular vehicle parking. With this being a
warehouse building, the southern edge or the part of the project to the bottom of the page is a
truck dock system area where there are a series of truck docks at the building and then a series of
truck and trailer parking spaces on the opposite side of the drive aisle. Access to the site is
through two points linking onto Garrison Oak Drive. There is a drive aisle circulation around the
entire building and through the parking lot areas. They are also providing bicycle parking as part
of their project. This project did go through the Board of Adjustment for two Variances related to
the project. One was related to building height. Specially, building height in the IPM-2
(Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone – Business and Technology Center) is governed by the
distance of that building element to the property line. The Variance that they were granted will
allow the building height of up to 100 feet to be less than that from the property lines.
Specifically at this point, it looks to be 88 feet from the front yard and as close to 60 feet on the
side yard. In addition, the second Variance that the Board of Adjustment approved for this
project is to allow an increase in the maximum lot coverage from 65% to 71% for the property.
With that increase in lot coverage, they will have to manage that in part with a stormwater
management facility that is to be located on the project site. The overall industrial park has a
regional system that manages a lot coverage of 65%. So they will have to do some quantity
management for this project specifically. The project has existing sidewalks and will have
connecting sidewalks leading into the site. There is a need for dumpsters on the site that they will
have to identify for the project. It does have a tree planting requirements and they are fitting
them with a good number of plantings along the southern area of the site which is open space and
limited from further development because of a slight edge in the 100-year flood plain along that
boundary. The project itself does also have building architecture that has been provided. It is a
metal building that is rather tall with the central part of it being the area that is cold storage.
There is a corner of the building that would serve more as office space and is more decorative in
nature when it comes to the details of that architecture. The last item associated with this Site
Plan is a Performance Standards Review Application. They have outlined in letter format their
approaches to the series of objectionable elements and have determined that these are not
expected with this type of project development. The Planning Office, in addition to the other
DAC agencies, have provided initial comments on the project site. She will note that the
Planning Staff in their recommendations has granted approval to that upright curbing waiver.
They are recommending approval of the reduction of the parking requirement given the expected
operations of this type of facility and they have found that the Performance Standards Review
Application sufficiently demonstrates the intent to comply with those restrictions. They did note
a potential concern with the building architecture. This is a very large building and may have
large expanses of what appear to be blank walls but there may be ways to address that through
material selections and/or color to animate that wall in other fashions. They have also noted that
they encourage planning for electric vehicles. Our Code does not currently have requirements but
it is always easier to plan for such infrastructure at the beginning during construction rather than
later.
Mr. Street stated that what we are looking at here is our graphic representation of the Site Plan
itself for what is known as a cold storage building. These facilities are usually regional. We will
take a step back and kind of look at what a cold storage building is. These are regional centers
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that distribution companies use to distribute normally food, but things that are stored cold to
further the supply chain. Dover is kind of centrally located in the state and in the peninsula itself,
but we are just far enough away from Philadelphia and the Baltimore area that they can use this
as a jumping point to go further down the peninsula and use this kind of a transfer center. These
centers are located throughout the country, but they are not located in every large municipality.
They are usually centrally located. The 100-foot height is kind of a sweet spot that they use for
not only their automation but their efficiency with heating and cooling of the area itself. To
address one of the concerns from Staff was the building façade and this is probably the worst
side of it because it’s just a blank wall. What they have done is kind of integrated some colors on
the vertical panels to kind of break that wall up itself. This side of the building that we are
looking at actually addresses White Oak Road. The other side of the building with the large wall
actually addresses the Garrison Energy Center and the Solar Park itself. So it is not visible from
the DelDOT right-of-way of White Oak Road because it is tucked back in the facility itself. They
have received all of Planning Staff’s comments and the DAC comments. They don’t have any
objection to the comments themselves. They are fine with addressing those. As stated, the
Variances were approved. The slide shows an example of one of the facilities. It is the Dole
facility down in Georgia. You can see that large expanse in the center of the building. One of the
reasons for the variance is truck parking. Truck parking is essential to these. The next slide
shows one of the best kept secrets in Dover, the Hirsch Industries Factory on the intersection of
Scarborough Road and McKee Road. They manufacture most of the filing cabinets that anyone
buys across the country. They are a huge distributor. They have done a couple projects for them
and one of their issues is trailer storage which is why they were asking for the Variance. They go
to 71% impervious. The next slide shows Kraft Foods and the lower part of the screen shows
trailer storage. Trailer storage is important to these kinds of facilities because they need those
trailers to be there located on site. He knows with both of these facilities, they actually have
trailer storage off-site as well. If you drive south on Route 13, you may notice on the northbound
side that there is an empty storage facility for nothing but trailer storage. It is not associated with
any facility; it is just in the middle of the County. The next slide shows the same type of facility
located in Washington State. Again, you have a large white box and it is hard to get away from
this type of facility because they use the white to reflect more sunlight than absorbing it because
they are using it for cold storage. Again, you can see trailer storage and parking on the site itself.
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the image in the hand-out was what was included in the visual
on screen that shows an ombre affect to the paneling in that it goes from white to various shades
of gray. That is shown on the north elevation and then wrapping around on the site elevations as
well.
Mrs. Maucher asked if there was an estimation of how many truck trips there will be per day.
Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mr. Street stated that the ITE which is the National Traffic
Organization that they use to generate these estimations of traffic, it estimated somewhere in the
neighborhood of 640 trips. The Garrison Oak Technical Park is a City road. So the Technical
Park has two entrances onto the DelDOT road itself. It estimated 600+ trips.
Mrs. Maucher asked if that number was per day. Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mr. Street stated
yes, that is in and out.
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Mrs. Maucher asked if there was an estimation of the full time jobs that might be available.
Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mr. Street stated that the numbers aren’t hard yet. They are
somewhere in the neighborhood of 40-50. You have office staff and you have the staff that
operates and utilizes the warehouse itself, but those numbers aren’t finalized yet.
Mrs. Maucher stated that she knows that there was a question about electric vehicles but what
about other renewable technologies. She thinks the State just passed a law for buildings over
50,000 SF have to be solar ready. She didn’t know if there was any intention for other renewable
technologies, especially with that vast expanse of rooftop. Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mr.
Street stated that that has been discussed to make it solar ready. A comment came from Staff
because of previous projects with higher electricity costs. That has been discussed but again, they
are in early stages of the planning process itself. They are in step 1 and that comes later in step 2,
3 or 4.
Mrs. Maucher opened the public hearing.
Mr. Zack Prebula - Kent Economic Partnership
Mr. Prebula stated that the Kent Economic Partnership recently commissioned a study that they
call the Rockport 2.0. It identified the target industries shaping the future for Kent County and
Dover. The study identified warehousing and logistics as major players in the economic
landscape for Dover. Through their office, they have seen numerous requests for large
warehousing and logistics spacing but their current inventory falls short. A lot of the local
companies in the area will go to other states like Maryland and Pennsylvania for their cold
storage needs. They firmly believe that these Site Plans and Waiver Requests are instrumental in
positioning Dover to thrive in the warehousing and logistics sector. They respectfully ask the
Planning Commission to approve this project.
Mr. Dave Sweeney – representative of Protective Properties, LLC (115 Garrison Oak
Drive)
Mr. Sweeney stated that he is the managing partner of Protective Properties, which owns Lot 13
and is the business manager for Advantech at Garrison Oak Technology Park. He does have a
few questions on the project. He saw the renderings that were provided. Certainly, with a
building of that size and purpose, there is going to be a significant amount of cooling equipment.
Where is the intent to place the cooling equipment. Responding to Mr. Sweeney, Mr. Street
stated that typically the cooling equipment for these buildings is located on the roof.
Mr. Sweeney asked if that was taken into account with the variance request for the height.
Responding to Mr. Sweeney, Mr. Street stated yes.
Mr. Sweeney stated that he see that they have done some planning on the truck parking and he
appreciates the commentary that was provided. Will the truck parking on property be open 24/7?
Currently there is a challenge with tractor trailer traffic in the business park essentially after
hours with them parking on the road. Responding to Mr. Sweeney, Mr. Street stated that he
doesn’t know the operating hours. The facility, as they have planned right now is gated for
everything in the back, but he doesn’t have an answer on the operation hours for the facility
itself.
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Mr. Sweeney stated that he would like the Commission to recognize that as the Technology Park
is migrating from a facility or a park focused on technology manufacturing to eventually
warehouse and distribution, it needs to ensure that it doesn’t have stacks and stacks of tractor
trailers clogging up the road that serves all of the other tenants in the park. Responding to Mr.
Sweeney, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the streets of Garrison Oak Technical Park,
(Garrison Oak Drive) are only for travel. It is not wide enough for tractor trailer parking. There
has been an issue out there that the City has strived to address from that enforcement perspective,
but that road section was not designed for on-street parking of truck facilities.
Mr. Street stated that that is why the tractor trailer parking is so important. That is why we went
for the Variance to get the additional space so that they could have additional parking.
Mr. Sweeney stated that he couldn’t agree more with Mr. Street. He thinks that it is a very astute
point as long as the tractor trailer parking is available when the tractor trailers arrive. What he
sees in other business parks throughout the country is that the tractor trailers que up when they
arrive at whatever hour of the day that they arrive. He thinks that it would be relevant to ensure
that some of that parking was accessible when the trucks arrive. You also referenced traffic
which he thinks was a large quantity of projected trips. He realizes that they are using estimates
provided by industry experts. When they developed their parcel in the industrial park, they went
back and forth with DelDOT on numerous occasions to confirm a Traffic Impact Study was not
required and they were told that they were essentially the last trip that would allowed under the
limit of requiring a Traffic Impact Study. Has a Traffic Impact Study been performed for the
Technology Park to support this plan or any of the other? Responding to Mr. Sweeney, Mrs.
Melson-Williams stated that the park overall had initial construction of its entrances onto White
Oak Road under a DelDOT review process. The process established a threshold for at a certain
point of traffic generation that there will be a requirement for a Traffic Impact Study and the City
has been in recent conversations with DelDOT about where we stand with traffic generation
based on the lots that have been developed and are proposed for development. The City is
working through that. The City would be the one that would need to complete a Traffic Impact
Study which would identify if there are additional improvements that are necessary to White Oak
Road to carry the traffic generation of this overall industrial park. It would not be the burden of
an individual facility. The City Manager’s Office and Planning Office have been in
conversations with DelDOT Planning Staff regarding that matter.
Mrs. Maucher closed the public hearing.
Mrs. Welsh moved to approve S-23-20 Cold Storage Warehouse at 451 Garrison Oak Drive in
addition to the Waiver Request for the partial elimination of upright curbing and the reduction of
the parking requirement and also including the Performance Standards Review Application,
seconded by Mrs. Denney and the motion was carried 9-0 by roll call vote. Mrs. Welsh voting
yes; the project looks to be well thought out and it complies with the zoning. Mr. Cooper voting
yes. Mr. Roach voting yes. Mrs. Denney voting yes; she believes that it is an appropriate project
for that area and very well thought out. She thinks that they pretty much covered all of the bases.
Mr. Hartman voting yes; based on the DAC Report and the presentation by the applicant. Mr.
Baldwin voting yes. Dr. Jones voting yes. Mr. Reaves voting yes. Mrs. Maucher voting yes;
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based on the DAC Report.
S-23-21 BHD Operations Facility at 250 Garrison Oak Drive - Public Hearing and Review of a
Site Development Plan for a 6,000 SF Office Building with 4,000 SF Truck Maintenance
Garage, parking and storage area for collection trucks and containers, a refueling station, and
with associated site improvements. The site is located at Lot 11 of the Garrison Oak Business &
Technology Park. The property is zoned IPM-2 (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone – Business
and Technology Center). The property of 10.755 acres is located on the west side of Garrison
Oak Drive. The owner of record is Trash Gurls, Inc. Property Address: 250 Garrison Oak Drive.
Tax Parcel: LC-05-068.00-02-11.00-000. Council District 3. For Consideration: Performance
Standards Review Application.
Representative: Mr. Jim Eriksen, Solutions IPEM; Mr. Paul Pierce, President of Blue Hen
Disposal
Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that this is another Site Development Plan that is a little bit further
west in the Garrison Oak Business and Technology Center on Lot 11. If you take the first
entrance to Garrison Oak Drive this lot will be between the Uzin Utz Manufacturing Facility and
the Solar Park field. This address is specifically 250 Garrison Oak Drive. It is zoned IPM-2
(Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone – Business and Technology Center). In this case, it is also
subject to the Performance Standards Review Application. This is noted as an office building
with truck maintenance garage. BHD is Blue Hen Disposal; however, this is an operations
facility meaning the trucks live here when they are not out collecting trash and/or recycling.
Trash and recycling are not brought to this location for disposal. It goes to the appropriate
disposal and landfill entities. The trucks leave here in the morning or at some point during the
day and then come back empty to park here overnight. The office facility also had two areas of
parking. There is a small area on the south side and then a larger vehicle parking area to the north
which is up on the plan that would allow for employee parking. The trucks themselves are in a
work yard area and the truck maintenance facilities is accessed from that work yard.
Additionally, there is a diesel refueling station, specifically for these trucks. So, the maintenance
and refueling is for their fleet only. The project has sidewalks already along the frontage and
connecting sidewalks leading into the project site. There is not a loading space requirement
based on the size of this building, but they are also providing bicycle parking opportunities at the
project site. The project does have the two connections to Garrison Oak Drive. One is meant to
really serve the truck entrance and the work yard and the other one to the vehicle parking area.
They are managing their own dumpster collection process here on the site for just what is
generated here. From a landscaping standpoint, they are concentrating most of their plantings to
the western portion of the property. There is some areas in that location that are also within the
floodplain but their development does not include those areas in particular. Planning Staff did
provide review comments as did the other regulatory agencies regarding this project. They also
submitted a rather detailed Performance Standards Review Application narrative that really
describes how this site functions and that the objectionable elements are not anticipated for this
site. Planning Staff has found that it sufficiently demonstrates the intent to comply with those
restrictions of our Code.
Mr. Eriksen stated that as always the City Staff has done a great job putting together a very
comprehensive report for this application. He just wanted to provide a little more detail for
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benefit of the Commission as they consider this application. As Staffed has already described,
this application is to provide for the maintenance and operations facility for Blue Hen Disposal.
The Site Plan shows a 6,000 SF office building with an attached 4,000 SF maintenance garage.
The site also has a large fenced in area for parking with collection vehicles as well as storage for
containers. It is important to note that there will be no storage or disposal of the collected waste
on the site. Generally, the drivers will come into the site in the morning, pick up their collection
vehicles, run their collection routes, and then all waste collected throughout the day will be taken
to a landfill or a Delaware Solid Waste Authority transfer station prior to the trucks returning to
the facility. Then the drivers will leave for the evening. Additionally, there will be a corporate
office and maintenance garage with administrative staff and mechanics who will work onsite
during normal business hours. The screen shows an aerial image of the site vicinity. The site is
located on Garrison Oak Drive and the parcel is an individual lot within the Garrison Oak
Business and Technology Center Subdivision which is a business and technology park. The next
slide shows a little bit more of a zoomed in area. As you can see here, there are existing
entrances to the Park that were installed with the development of the Park itself. The parcel is
zoned IPM-2 (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone – Business and Technology Center). The
proposed plan is a permitted use within the IPM-2 (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone –
Business and Technology Center) and the use is in character with the adjoining parcels’
anticipated or existing use within the park. The next slide is taken out of the Comprehensive Plan
and it shows that the parcel is shown as an Industrial use within the Land Development Use Map.
The next slide shows the 2020 Delaware State Strategies Map and it identifies this parcel an
Investment Level 2. Area. There is a small finger of Out-Of-Play Area that comes up in the
existing ditch along the rear of the parcel. With all of these items considered the parcel is
appropriate for development for the proposed use. The development primarily consists of
parking areas; both traditional parking towards the front of the site as well as a yard area in the
rear of the site for parking and collection vehicles and container storage. The rear area is
accessible by a large gate and the garage and fuel tanks will only be utilized by the Blue Hen
Disposal vehicles. Fuel tanks will be designed and installed in accordance with all applicable
Delaware State Fire Marshal’s, City of Dover and Delaware Department of Natural Resources
regulations. The next slide shows the landscaping plan and you can see that there is a fenced in
area around the yard area for security purposes and there will be landscaping provided along the
rear of the property as well as the southern side yard area. He just wants to point out that the
northern side yard area is not showing any landscaping and that is to avoid any potential
interference with the operations of the solar farm which is on the adjoining parcel. The site
provides adequate parking for the use and also has an area for bike parking. The impervious area
coverage for the site is within the maximum coverage allowed in the IPM-2 (Industrial Park
Manufacturing Zone – Business and Technology Center) and adequate lighting is provided in
both yard areas as well as the typical parking areas. Their application did include a detailed
compliance statement for the Performance Standards Review portion of the Code. He doesn’t
want to spend too much time going into details on those items but he can certainly answer any
questions. He also wants to note that there is a Phase II area shown on these plans and he just
wants to clarify the intention is to have that area inside the fenced in area from the beginning but
it is simply not to put in the pavement millings or other improvements within that footprint. It
will be engineered with the development of the Site Plan, but it will be shown as a Phase II to be
completed at a future date when the developer deems it appropriate. To wrap up his presentation,
the Site Plan generally complies with or has the ability to comply with the City of Dover
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requirements. There were some agency comments during the DAC Review but the comments
may be addressed with relatively minor site plan adjustments or additional notations and details
that will be provided during the engineering of the Site Plan.
Mrs. Denney stated that she is naïve to the industry. Obviously it says that there will be no odor
or oil. Once they dispose of the solid waste, do they go through some process to be cleaned?
Responding to Mrs. Denney, Mr. Eriksen stated yes. It is not necessarily daily but it is obviously
frequently. All of the gunk and junk at the bottoms of the truck would create bigger maintenance
for the company; so, it obviously behooves them to clean it regularly in addition to just obvious
general cleanliness as well.
Mrs. Denney questioned that not every night are they returning already washed. Responding to
Mrs. Denney, Mr. Pierce stated that he is the President of the Blue Hen Disposal’s local
operation in Camden and he is looking to move out to this location. They don’t clean inside the
trash body of the truck as often. When that stuff gets pushed out, it is so packed in there and it
basically forces everything out of the back of the truck. Now there are areas that collect inside
and his guys open up doors on the side and clean them out on daily basis. If that stuff packs in
the backs of the trucks, it causes more maintenance problems than anything. Outside gets
maintained more frequently. The inside, there is really nothing left once it goes to the landfill or
recycling center.
Mrs. Maucher asked if that occurs at the site or does it occur somewhere else? Responding to
Mrs. Maucher, Mr. Pierce stated that it occurs at the landfill. When they push the material off,
they actually have a spot at the landfill for the trucks to clean out while they are still there.
Mrs. Maucher asked where the exterior is done. Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mr. Pierce stated
that it would be done at the site.
Dr. Jones asked if there is an anticipated number of new employees. Responding to Dr. Jones,
Mr. Pierce stated that they currently have 26. They started out 7 years ago with maybe 4
employees and now they are up to 26. They run 15 collection trucks every day. 15 of them are
drivers and the others are mechanics and office staff.
Dr. Jones asked that with a new facility, are you going to maintain basically where you are?
Responding to Dr. Jones, Mr. Pierce stated that they are always looking to expand.
Mrs. Maucher asked if they were closing the current site. Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mr.
Pierce stated yes.
Mrs. Maucher asked if the refueling tanks are going to be under ground or above ground.
Responding to Mrs. Maucher, Mr. Pierce stated that it is a 20,000 gallon above ground tank.
Mrs. Maucher asked for the maintenance yard, is that inside or outside? Responding to Mrs.
Maucher, Mr. Pierce stated that it is inside. Three shop bays are within that building for the
trucks to pull in to be repaired and then they will go out into the parking area when they are
done.
Mrs. Maucher asked if there was containment for any oils, grease or things like that. Responding
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to Mrs. Maucher, Mr. Pierce stated yes.
Mrs. Maucher opened the public hearing.
Mr. Zack Prebula - Kent Economic Partnership
Mr. Prebula stated that he is the business developer and he focuses a lot on the business retention
and expansion for Kent County. This is a great example of Delaware companies expanding. This
would be a good use of the business park as it shows that they are here to help support the local
companies in any way that they see fit. They ask the Commission to please support this project.
Mr. Dave Sweeney – representative of Protective Properties LLC (115 Garrison Oak
Drive)
Mr. Sweeney stated that he has a couple of quick questions. The cleaning question was going to
be a question of his as well. You focused on the cleaning of the trucks but did you also reference
that there will be containers stored here. He is envisioning kind of a dumpster or a construction
container. Responding to Mr. Sweeney, Mr. Pierce stated yes, they have approximately 136 large
construction dumpsters. Most of those are out at customer’s locations so between 30-50 of those
containers would probably be stored onsite but as empty containers.
Mr. Sweeney asked if they would be cleaned onsite. Responding to Mr. Sweeney, Mr. Pierce
stated that they don’t wash them out. They get dumped at the landfill like the trucks do.
Mr. Sweeney asked what their plans for Phase II are. Responding to Mr. Sweeney, Mr. Pierce
stated that would just be for as the company grows, additional truck parking, and container
storage.
Mr. Sweeney asked if they know how many trips they plan to estimate a day. Responding to Mr.
Sweeney, Mr. Pierce stated that he thinks it is 135 trips. They run 15 trucks a day and there are
26 employees. The employees would come to work, drive their truck, bring their truck back and
then the employees would depart.
Mr. Sweeney stated that he knows he asked this question previously but he was going to ask
about a Traffic Impact Study. We just talked about an estimated 600 tractor trailers a day into the
park from the previous applicant and now another 135 trips that are not all tractor trailers. White
Oak Road as it sits today can’t handle that traffic. Responding to Mr. Sweeney, Mrs. Melson-
Williams stated that she will also note that for this application that for the overall industrial park
there is a threshold at which time a Traffic Impact Study must be completed to the satisfaction of
DelDOT and the appropriate steps taken for any identified improvements. The City Manager’s
Office and the Planning Office has been meeting with DelDOT in regards to that question of
where we are with trip generation based on existing built and proposed builds in the Garrison
Oak Business and Technology Center.
Mr. Sweeney stated that it seems a little out of order but he appreciates the presentation. It looks
like a very nice site.
Mrs. Maucher closed the public hearing.
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Mrs. Welsh moved to approve S-23-21 BHD Operations Facility at 250 Garrison Oak Drive
inclusive of the consideration of the Performance Standards Review Application, seconded by
Dr. Jones and the motion was carried 8-0 by roll call vote. Mrs. Welsh voting yes; it seems to be
great that the company is expanding and moving to a new location. It seems to be a good use for
the business park. Mr. Cooper voting yes. Mr. Roach voting yes. Mrs. Denney voting yes; she
thinks it’s a great project and she thinks it fits well. She used to manage the Town of Camden
and when she see this growing, she thinks it’s a wonderful thing. Mr. Hartman voting present.
Mr. Baldwin voting yes; based on previous statements. Dr. Jones voting yes; congratulations on
the growth. Mr. Reaves voting yes; based on previous statements in the motion. Mrs. Maucher
voting yes; based on the DAC comments and Staff review comments.
NEW BUSINESS
Meeting adjourned at 9:33 PM.
Sincerely,
Kristen Mullaney
Secretary
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Item 2.
The Institute for Public Administration presents
Advanced Land Use Law
COURSE INSTRUCTOR
Max Walton, Esq.
Connolly Gallagher LLP.
December 20, 2023 This course focuses on advanced land use law
in Delaware and expands upon the material
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10:00 a.m. to NOON This course will highlight the recent land use
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Registration in advance is required.
After registering, you will receive a This session qualifies for credit toward the
confirmation email with information
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$20 Registration Fee Contact Sean O’Neill (oneill@udel.edu) with
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AICP members can earn 3 Certification
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REGISTER ONLINE credits for this activity. More information
about AICP’s CM program can be found
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ipa/events/upcoming
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Item 2.
The Institute for Public Administration presents
Introduction to Land-Use Law
COURSE INSTRUCTOR COURSE INSTRUCTOR
Max Walton, Esq. Edward O’Donnell, AICP
Partner Senior Fellow, IPA
Connolly Gallagher, LLP University of Delaware
FEBRUARY 7, 2024 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,
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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
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• Basic terms and concepts
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This session qualifies for credit toward the Certificate
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The Institute for Public Administration presents Item 2.
Planning 101: Planning Your
Community’s Future
COURSE INSTRUCTOR COURSE INSTRUCTOR
David Edgell, AICP Edward O’Donnell, AICP
Director Senior Fellow, IPA
Office of State Planning Coordination University of Delaware
COURSE INSTRUCTOR
Max Walton, Esq.
Partner
Connolly Gallagher, LLP
JANUARY 17, 2024 Planning 101 provides valuable information for
all elected officials who consider and act upon
comprehensive plans, land use and zoning matters,
9:00 a.m. to NOON .
Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m.
and other growth issues. Planning and zoning
commissioners, board of adjustment members, and
those who take part in community planning and
land-development matters will enjoy this course.
Kent County Levy Court
Room 220 Course topics will include:
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$55 Registration Fee • The elements of a comprehensive plan
Includes refreshments
• The basics of land use control
• The role of the planning & zoning commissioner
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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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Item 3.
Resolution
Whereas, Robert Dennis Hartman became a member of the City of Dover
Planning Commission on August 12, 2019 and has served with diligence and
distinction in this capacity as an advocate for sound land use planning in the
public interest; and,
Whereas, Robert Dennis Hartman has played a role in ensuring fundamental
fairness and careful forethought in the planning and development of the Capital
City through his service on the Planning Commission; and,
Whereas, Robert Dennis Hartman served in the position of Vice-Chair of the
Planning Commission since his election to the position on July 19, 2021 through
the present; and,
Whereas, Robert Dennis Hartman has influenced the pattern and appearance of
development in Dover through his contributions to the creation of the City’s 2019
Comprehensive Plan and to ensure compliance with the Plan as adopted; his
participation in the review and implementation of the 2021 Comprehensive
Rezoning Project; his concerns for the public’s health, safety, and welfare when
considering applications; and,
Whereas, Robert Dennis Hartman completed his term of service on the City of
Dover Planning Commission on November 20, 2023.
Now Therefore Be It Resolved That, the City of Dover Planning Commission does
hereby express its sincere appreciation to Robert Dennis Hartman for his 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 Robert
Dennis Hartman.
__________________________
Andrea Maucher
Planning Commission Chair
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Duffield Associates, LLC
144 South GovernorsItem 4.
Ave.
Dover, DE 19904
Phone: 302.239-6634
Fax: 302.239-8485
duffnet.com
December 1, 2023
Ms. Dawn Melson-Williams, AICP
Principal Planner
City of Dover
Department of Planning & Inspection
15 Loockerman Plaza
Dover, DE 19901
RE: Application No. C-21-08
Conditional Use Site Plan Application – Royal Farms Retail Store
Extension Request
Tax Parcel No. ED-05-067.00-02-51.00-000
City of Dover, Delaware
Project No. 12770CA (Duffield)
Dear Ms. Melson-Williams:
Duffield Associates, LLC (Duffield) is writing this letter, on behalf of Two Farms, Inc., to request an
extension of the Planning Commission decision for conditional approval of the Conditional Use Site Plan
for the Royal Farms Retail Store (Convenience Store). The decision made at the December 20, 2021
Planning Commission meeting allowed for the construction of a one-story 5,154 square foot retail
building (convenience store), with Fuel Pumps, a 1,248 square foot car wash, and accompanying site
improvements. Per the Notice of Decision, the Site Development Plan C-21-08 has until December 20,
2023, to start authorized construction.
Over the past two years since the approval was issued, the property owner has been working on Site
Development Plans for the development. This includes obtaining approvals from Delaware Department
of Transportation (DelDOT) for the proposed entrance for the retail store, as well as approvals from Kent
Conservation District for the Sediment and Stormwater Management Plans for the project. Plans were
nearing approval when negotiations with DelDOT were required for roadway improvements. Those
negotiations are on-going.
In accordance with City of Dover Code of Ordinances, we hereby request a one-year extension for Site
Development Plan to start authorized construction.
Please do not hesitate to contact us, if you have any questions or comments regarding the above request.
We appreciate your consideration of this request.
Very truly yours,
DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES, LLC
K. James Taylor, Jr., P.E.
Senior Project Manager
KJT/DJT:cml
12770\CA\Correspondence\Exports\Dover\2023-12-01 Extension Request\Ltr - Extension Request.docx
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Item 5.
City of Dover
DATA SHEET FOR SITE DEVELOPMENT PLAN REVIEW
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING OF December 6, 2023
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF December 18, 2023
Plan Title: Walker Road Apartments, S-23-22
Plan Type: Site Development Plan and Active Recreation Area Plan
Location: North side of Walker Road and west of Independence Boulevard
Address: Unaddressed off Walker Road
Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.18-01-71.00-000
Owner: Arthur Guinn Estate
Equitable Owner/Developer: Tyrone Pierre
Site Area: 6.83 acres +/-
Zoning: RM-2 (Medium Density Residence)
Current Use: Vacant Land (Open Land, Woodland, and Stormwater Pond Area)
Proposed Use: Garden Style Apartments (Multi-family Community)
Dwelling Units: 48 units
Parking: Required: 115 spaces
Proposed: 119 spaces
Water and Sewer: City of Dover
For Consideration: Active Recreation Area Plan
Recreation Area: Required – 10,000 SF
Provided – 11,663 SF
Waiver Requests: None
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 32
Community Excellence Through Quality Service
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S-23-22 Walker Road Apartments
DAC Report of December 6, 2023
Page 2 of 9
CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: December 6, 2023
APPLICATION: Walker Road Apartments
FILE #: S-23-22 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Planning
CONTACT PERSON: Katherine Oehmke, Planner I
PHONE #: (302) 736-7196
I. PLAN SUMMARY:
This application is for Review of a Site Development Plan Application for the construction of
two (2) 3-story garden style 24-unit apartment buildings with a Clubhouse and active recreation
areas. Also proposed are 119 parking spaces, landscaping, recreation areas, and other site
improvements. The project area of 6.83 +/- acres is zoned RM-2 (Medium Density Residence
Zone). The property is located on the north side of Walker Road and west of Independence
Boulevard. The owner of record is Arthur Guinn Estate and equitable owner/developer is Tyrone
Pierre. Property is currently unaddressed on Walker Road. Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.18-01-71.00-
000. Council District 4. For Consideration: Active Recreation Area Plan.
Existing Property:
With the overall 6.83-acre property, the property has frontage on Walker Road. The lot consists
of 4.12 acres of woodlands and is otherwise a vacant lot. A stormwater drainage pond in the
southeast corner and there is an existing drainage ditch and wetland area that runs north from the
pond. The site entrance to Walker Road has 2 residential houses on either side. The larger
portion of the property is between a townhouse development (Village at McKee Branch) and
another apartment complex (Liberty Court). The plan is showing an “L” shaped wetlands area
near the entrance as well as along the back property line that crosses over into the neighboring
property.
Previous Applications:
This reviewer was not able to find any previous development plans. The property appears to have
been in the same family for some time, with it passing hands twice since 2015 due to will
succession.
Surrounding Land Uses
The surrounding parcels are a mix of residential, recreational, and institutional. The property to
the immediate west is ROS (Recreational Open Space) containing picnic tables and recreational
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spaces associated with the townhouse development which is zoned RG-2 (General Residence
Zone). The townhouses were redeveloped (S-13-18 Redevelopment of Walker Woods) in 2015-
2017 and are currently owned by the Milford Housing Development Corporation. The adjacent
parcel to the north is zoned IO (Institutional and Office Zone) and contains a building used by a
public assembly use.
The apartments to the east were redeveloped in 2017 on the site of former apartments and are
currently zoned RM-2 (Medium Density Residence Zone). The project was S-16-22
Redevelopment of Liberty Court Apartments.
II. PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The Site Development Plan as submitted by the applicant for the Walker Road Apartments
consists of two (2) garden style apartment buildings with active recreation areas. This
information is provided to show how the Site Plan submitted is achieving the aims set out in the
Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 10: Open space, recreation, and other public facilities. The
proposed area of recreation is 11,663 SF in size.
III. ZONING REVIEW:
This property is zoned as RM-2 (Medium Density Residential Zone) with a portion fronting on
Walker Road. The RM-2 zone allows for a variety of housing unit types ranging from single
family detached dwellings, duplexes, multiplexes, and townhouses to garden apartments. This
project proposes a density of 7.02 dwelling units per acre. The Bulk Standards for the RM-2 are
outlined by housing type in Zoning Ordinance, Article 4 Section 4.8. The RM-2 zone has a
maximum gross residential density limitation of eight dwelling units per acre.
IV. PARKING SUMMARY:
The parking requirement for apartments is based on a rate of two (2) parking spaces per dwelling
unit plus 0.25 space per dwelling unit for visitor parking. Based on the number of dwelling units
(48 units), this site would require 108 parking spaces. The leasing office area is subject to a
parking rate of 1/300 SF; and must be identified by size to confirm compliance. The plans
submitted identify a total of 119 parking spaces located around the perimeter of the complex and
including handicapped accessible parking spaces near each building.
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle parking is required at a ratio of one space for every twenty parking spaces. If the site is
required to have 115 vehicle parking spaces, then six (6) bicycle parking spaces are required.
The site plans submitted identify two (2) bike rack locations, for a total of 8 bike spaces. No
further details are provided.
Upright Curbing
The upright cubing for parking lots and drive isles is required by the requirements of the Article
6 Section 3.6(b) of the Zoning Ordinance. Locations and type of curbing must be clarified on the
Site Plan; it appears to include curbing.
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V. SITE CONSIDERATIONS:
Access
The access to this Apartment Complex is off Walker Road between two residential single-family
lots. The access drive is 32 feet wide. The entrance is subject to an Entrance Plan review with
DelDOT.
Rear Emergency Access
Rear Emergency Access is required for some residential dwelling types. According to Article 5,
Section 17 of the Zoning Ordinance, an 18 ft. wide Secondary Fire Lane or 18 ft. wide subgrade
emergency access lane is required for Apartments that are 2-3 stories to serve as rear access. This is
to provide access to rear building areas. The plan calls for 24-foot-wide drive aisle all around the
complex and it goes to the middle of the 2 buildings but leaves a segment that does not go
through of about 60 feet. The Fire Marshal’s Office will also evaluate these fire protection
measures as related to the fire lane requirements of the applicable Fire Codes.
Lighting
Staff counted eighteen (18) light poles on the Site Plan between the buildings, parking lots and
entrance. No further details are listed. There does not appear to be lighting listed for the
recreational areas or the offices inside the Clubhouse.
Sidewalks
A sidewalk exists along the frontage of Walker Road and will be changed to accommodate the
site entrance. A sidewalk is shown along the west side only of the entrance drive leading into the
site. Sidewalks are shown on the plans between the parking lots and the building access points.
There is a sidewalk that connects 5 entrance/exit points of the Clubhouse to the parking lot. Staff
would like to see direct sidewalk connections to the recreational areas. There should be a
sidewalk leading to the dumpster in the northwest corner of the parking lot.
Dumpsters
The Dumpster requirement for apartments is two Dumpsters for the first 48 units and one
Dumpster for each additional 24 units or fraction thereof. Based on 48 apartment units, a total of
two (2) Dumpsters are required. There is a single dumpster space for each building drawn on the
site plans at the back end of the parking lot. There must be space for both trash and recycling
containers in these Dumpsters. It is noted that these dumpsters areas are enclosed by a 7-foot
brick wall and gates for trash and recycling.
VI. BUILDING ARCHITECTURE:
The architectural renderings show garden style apartments with six over six windows. Some
units have balconies. The stairwells have large arched openings on the upper level. The roofline
is pitched gable. The lower levels are mostly masonry, with the rest showing as typical
horizontal siding. Faux shutters flank the windows on the second and third levels. The Clubhouse
rendering depicts a similar style architecture. The long roofline is again gabled with decorative
round gable vents. There are varied heights and depths of surface to show visual interest. There
is brick along most of the bottom half of the surface and at the front section where the main
entrance sits. The rest appears to be horizontal siding. The windows are six over six with a 3-
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light transom. Boxed wood columns are on both the front and rear elevations near entrances. The
front door has a flared decorative metal transom.
VII. 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 “Development Area”. Zoning Ordinance Article 5, Section 16 defines “Woodland” as follows:
Woodland. An area of contiguous wooded vegetation (7,500 square feet or greater), where trees exist at
a density of at least one tree with a caliper dimension of six inches or greater per 375 square feet of land
and where the tree branches form a contiguous canopy.
According to plans, there are 4.12 acres of existing woods, and they propose to remove 1.85 acres of
these woods (45%) to make way for the building site. An area of 2.27 acres of woodland is to
remain. Based on a total site area of 6.82 acres with 2.27 acres of woodlands, the remaining 4.56
acres is subject to the tree planting requirement at a rate if one tree per 3,000 SF.
Based on the number of acres for this development site, the minimum required number of trees if
rounded is 67. The Site Plans do not show a landscaping plan for tree planting. Zoning Ordinance,
Article 5, Section 16 outlines what guidelines to use for designing the landscape plan. This plan
will need to be expanded to clearly identify the detailed information.
Wetlands & Buffering
The Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §11.22 prescribes provisions related to wetland areas. It
requires setbacks from wetland areas that are over 0.25 acres in size. This plan depicts Non-Tidal
wetland areas. A 100-foot setback is required; however, this can be reduced to 50 feet with
implementation of a Riparian Buffer or reduced to 30 feet with bank stabilization. Adjacent to
the wetlands, the plan shows a 50-foot riparian buffer where existing woodland vegetation will
be maintained.
VIII. ACTIVE RECREATION AREA
Active Recreation Area Plan Review
The Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 10 sets out requirements to preserve areas of open
space within residential developments which are designed to provide buffer spaces between
developing areas, to preserve existing natural and historic features and to establish a network of
open spaces within the built environment to provide a balance between developed and
undeveloped lands, wildlife habitat conservation, the preservation of scenic view corridors, and
to provide residents opportunities to engage in passive recreational activities. Zoning Ordinance,
Article 5 Section 10.11 notes the purpose of providing Recreation Areas.
Article 5 §10.1 Recreation areas.
10.11 Purpose. The purpose of this section is to ensure that active recreation areas are
provided as an integral design element within residential developments and that such facilities are
of an adequate scale in relation to the size of the residential development and which provide
residents with a variety of active recreational pursuits.
This project qualifies for the “Small development” exemption which sets the Active Recreation
Area rate at 150 SF per dwelling unit or a minimum of 10,000 SF of area. The applicant has
shown on the submitted plan that there will be three (3) active outdoor recreation areas, and a
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Clubhouse with leasing offices. These areas are labeled as basketball half court, volleyball court,
and active recreation area. No specific plans for the inside of the Clubhouse are provided. See the
Active Recreation Area Plan Review Report for a detailed review.
IX. 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) Active Recreation Area: The applicant is responsible for providing an Active Recreation
Area of a minimum of 10,000 SF. The Plans Applicant has provided information indicating
they intend to provide 11,663 SF of Active Recreation Area including the Clubhouse with
leasing office.
a) Any revisions to the Active Recreation Area must be incorporated into the plan drawing
and data/notes listings throughout the plan set.
b) The Active Recreation Area is scheduled to be reviewed by the Council Committee of the
Whole: Parks, Recreation & Community Enhancement Committee on December 12,
2023.
c) Review comments of the Active Recreation Area is amended to this report by reference.
d) This plan will need to be expanded to clearly identify the detailed information.
2) Upright Curbing: Upright curbing shall be provided around all parking and driving areas in
accordance with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance unless a waiver is granted by the
City Planner. Clarify the type of curbing proposed.
3) Sheet C-1 - Cover Sheet:
a) Please correct the FEMA Firm Panel number. I show it should be 10001C0166H and add
date.
b) Staff has counted 119 parking spaces broken down by 113 regular and 6 handicapped.
c) Provide a breakdown of the Clubhouse with recreation and leasing space. Leasing space
is not active recreation, and the active recreation square footage will need to be adjusted.
d) Active Recreation Area should be provided at 150 square feet per unit, totaling 10,000
SF.
e) The owner’s address should have the street name corrected to read “WINTERGREEN”.
f) The tree planting calculations should read “1 tree per 3,000 SF of Development area”.
g) Correct the zoning of the property to the left of the property to be RG-2. Also correct the
properties to the north, both should be zoned “IO”.
h) Entrance signs are subject to a separate Sign Permit.
i) Reference the specific easement for the DelDOT Stormwater collection area.
j) Label size of wetland areas. See section above on Wetlands.
4) Provide details for Dumpster Enclosure, bike rack, curbing, sidewalks, and other site
features.
5) 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
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approved by the Planning Commission and be following the Zoning Ordinance and technical
review requirements of other agencies.
6) The Plan must provide rear emergency access to each of the apartment buildings. The
applicant will work with the Fire Marshal’s Office to confirm that the current proposal
satisfies this requirement by making any necessary revisions.
7) Setbacks: The applicant should be aware that the sport courts require a setback of 30 feet per
Zoning Ordinance, Article 5, Section 10.156. The recreational courts will need to be moved
back to comply with the Zoning Ordinance.
8) Ensure that sidewalk interconnections around the site include a connection to the dumpsters
on the property.
9) Landscape Plan: A Landscape Plan must be prepared in accordance with the provisions of
Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 15 and 16.
a) This project will require 67 tree plantings based on the current non-woodland area.
b) As the woodland areas are further evaluated, the Plan must continue to comply with the
woodland clearing limitation of less than 50%.
8) Final Plan Set: The Final Plan Set must include notes documenting any action taken by the
Planning Commission regarding any requested waivers and must list any additional
conditions of approval.
9) Entrance Plan: An Entrance Plan must be developed for DelDOT review as Walker Road is a
state-maintained road.
10) Additional review comments may be provided in the future as more detailed plan sheets are
developed.
X. 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
intent of the Zoning Ordinance and the accomplishment of several objectives listed in
subsections 2.21 to 2.28.
1. Sidewalks at entrance: A sidewalk path is only noted on one side of the entrance drive.
There should be a path on both sides of the entrance as the existing sidewalk along
Walker Road leads to amenities in both directions i.e., adjacent neighborhoods, bus stop,
services, etc.
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2. Woodland Areas – The Woodland areas in corner islands and center landscaped areas
between buildings are not likely to still be considered woodlands due to impacts of
development. These areas are better served as planting areas for new trees.
3. Bicycle Parking: Planning Staff would encourage some bicycle parking facilities to be
either covered or otherwise provided at locations interior to the Apartment Buildings.
4. Electric Vehicle Charging: Planning Staff encourages this project to include the
installation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in its parking lot. Currently, the Zoning
Ordinance does not require them, but many other jurisdictions have implemented such
requirements. Electric Vehicle Charging Stations formats include EV-Capable, EV-
Ready, and EV-Installed. The plan labels 4 parking spaces as EV; identify format.
XI. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1) The Planning Commission should act upon the request for any 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) If major changes and revisions to the Site Development Plan occur in the finalization of
the Site Plan, please contact the Department of Planning and Inspections. Examples
include relocation of site components like paving and increases in floor area/unit 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.
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) 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. 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).
5) 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.
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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 remove existing trees/vegetation, the import of fill dirt, etc.
7) The addresses for the new buildings proposed on the property will need to be confirmed
with the City’s Tax Assessment Office.
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) The applicant shall be aware that 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. Building Permits will be
required for each building.
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) Please provide a name for the apartment complex. Planning Staff needs to ensure no
duplications within 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
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 29, 2023
APPLICATION: Walker Road Apartments at Guinn Property
FILE #: S-23-22
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Department of Public Works and Water & Wastewater
CONTACT PERSON: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater / Engineering Services
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7025
CONTACT EMAIL: 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. The proposed plan will require private trash collection services. A note to this effect is to be added to the plan. Dumpster locations
should also be provided on the plan.
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.
3. Please be advised that easements will not be provided for the stormwater infrastructure on this site, it shall be privately
maintained.
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.
2. The street network is to be private and will not be maintained by the City of Dover.
3. Please add the following notes to the plans:
a. Standard City of Dover sidewalk, as per chapter 98, article IV of the Dover Code of Ordinances, shall be required to be
installed along the entire public street frontage of a property. Where frontage sidewalk exists but does not meet the
standards of chapter 98, article IV, the sidewalk shall be re-laid to meet the standards. Sidewalk shall include barrier-free
access ramping at points of intersection with street crossings and at other locations so as to afford reasonable barrier-free
pedestrian movement and site access.
b. In accordance to Appendix A, Article VI, Section B.3, all sidewalks shall ascend from the curbstone to the building line at the
ratio of one-quarter of an inch to the foot. Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect any pavement previously laid
by order of the city council, until it is taken up and relaid.
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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.
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. Please be advised that
effective May 1, 2022, water mains can now be constructed using DR 18 PVC pipe.
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.
8. Each building shall have one (1) water service.
9. The water infrastructure within the development shall be privately maintained.
10. On October 24, 2022, City of Dover Council approved the new Cross Connection Control Program. This program requires certain
backflow prevention assemblies on water service connections to the city’s distribution system. Due to the height of the garden
apartments, a double check valve backflow prevention assembly will be required on each building, please note on plans. The
certificate of occupancy will not be provided until the city has proof that the assembly has been installed and tested by a certified
tester.
11. Please add the following to the plans:
a. All non-metallic water lines (mains and services) shall be installed with a tracer wire and identification tape. The wire shall
be a minimum of twelve (12) gauge blue coated solid copper wire, wrapped around the pipe, and extending up into all valve
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and curb boxes. The identification tape shall be six-inches (6”) wide, laid one foot (1’) above the pipe, with the following
text: “Caution: Buried Water Line Below”.
1.) There shall be two (2) scenarios for marker balls to be installed:
a.) Scenario 1: 3M marker balls, model 1423-XR, or approved equal shall be installed at every mechanical joint on the
water main and at every service line connection to the water main and all bends on the service line.
b.) Scenario 2: 3M marker balls, model 1423-XR-ID, or approved equal shall be installed at every depression and
utility conflict. This marker ball shall be programmed to provide specific depth information of the infrastructure. A
Department of Water & Wastewater (DWW) Inspector shall be present when these marker balls are installed.
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.
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 mains 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. The downstream pump station must be evaluated by the developer / engineer to verify it can handle the additional effluent
flow. If improvements are required for the pump station, the cost shall be the responsibility of the developer.
9. The wastewater infrastructure within the development will be privately maintained.
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).
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b. Adobe Reader (.pdf format).
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. 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.
4. Water impact fees will 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. Profiles of the sanitary sewer main must be provided with the construction plans. All water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer
crossings must be shown on the profiles.
4. Wastewater impact fees will be required to be paid prior to Certificate of Occupancy for this project.
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. 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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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: 11/29/23 D S
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APPLICATION: Walker Road Apartments at Guinn Property
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FILE #: S-23-22 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
josika@dover.de.us
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 residential (apartments)
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 75% and clearly shown on the plans.
Perimeter Access minimum width shall be10 feet for one-story buildings and 15 feet for buildings
of two or more stories, 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)
Where parking is located between the building and perimeter access area, parking shall not be
located closer than 10 feet to the exterior wall for one-story buildings and 15 feet to the exterior
wall for building of two or more stories.
5. Fire lanes shall cover 35% of the proposed building.
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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.
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)
Where parking is located between the building and the perimeter access area, parking shall not
be located closer than 10 feet to the exterior wall for one-story buildings and 15 feet to the
exterior wall for building of two or more stories. 2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention
Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.5.2
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. Emergency access to rear building areas compliant with City of Dover Code (Appendix B-
Zoning, Article 5- Supplementary Regulations, Section 17);
all four stories and greater buildings require 24ft fire lane at the rear.
All two to three story apartment structures require an 18ft Secondary Fire Lane at the rear.
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All townhouses (3-8 units with no fire protection) require a 16ft alley or 18ft secondary fire lane
at the rear.
12. Multiple Access Roads shall be provided when a fire department access road (fire lane) is
determined by the Fire Marshal to be impaired by vehicle congestion, condition of terrain,
climatic conditions, or other factors that could limit access such as placement of fire hose from
fire equipment.
13. Street width shall be in accordance with City of Dover Code of Ordinances, Appendix A, Article
VII, Section A. 13,
Residential areas
24 feet wide with no parking,
30 feet wide with parking on one side, or
36 feet wide with parking on both sides
Commercial areas
26 feet wide with no parking,
32 feet wide with parking on one side, or
38 feet wide with parking on both sides
Alley
12 feet wide
14. Any dead-end road more than 300 feet in length shall be provided with a turnaround or cul-de-
sac as outlined in the 2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, chapter 5, 2.3.
15. Speed Reduction Devices must be approved, please see City of Dover Ordinance Chapter 98-10 in
reference to this process.
16. Gated Areas: Fire Department access shall be provided to the property through the use of a
system or device approved by the Fire Marshal. The system or device required shall be located in
an area accessible to the fire department and approved by the Fire Marshal. All gates shall be
either automatic or manual.
An automated system shall consist of one manual and one automated means to open the gate.
The owner or their representative shall meet with the Fire Marshal prior to submission to agree
on the system. A letter of agreement shall be created and signed by both parties. The letter shall
include a detailed description of both the manual and automated means.
A manual gate shall consist of one manual means to open the gate. The owner or their
representative shall meet with the Fire Marshal prior to submission to agree on the means to
open. A letter of agreement shall be created and signed by both parties. The letter shall include a
detailed description of the manual means to open.
To be considered accessible for fire department apparatus the actual clear openings shall be not
less than 14 feet, the paved surface through the gate shall be not less than 12 feet, and the gate
shall be setback from the perpendicular street by at least 50 feet.
Please contact this office to discuss options available to comply with this requirement.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 5, 2.6)
17. Fire hydrants shall be installed per the requirements of City of Dover Public Utilities
Water/Wastewater Handbook, NFPA requirements, and Delaware State Fire Prevention
Regulations. City Ordinance Sec 46-9 (f).
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5.1.1 Hydrant spacing as shown in the Fire Flow Tables shall be used as a general rule. Hydrants
shall be located at the direction of the State Fire Marshal so as to minimize friction in fire hose.
All hydrant spacing shall be located along available roads or at the direction of the State Fire
Marshal. This measurement shall be calculated by way of accessible thoroughfare(s) from the
building to be protected to the hydrant and may not necessarily be a radius. 5.1.3 Additional
hydrants shall be provided when the State Fire Marshal deems it necessary based on the
configuration of the site, building(s), exposures, construction, occupancy, and/or specific
hazard(s).
Fire Flow table 2, hydrant spacing shall be 800 feet on center for one and two family detached
dwellings, other residential, rowhouses and townhouses, assembly, health care, business,
education, storage, industrial, mercantile, and mini storage. (702, Chapter 6)
NFPA 1
18.5.2 detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be provided for detached one-
and two-family dwellings in accordance with both of the following: 1. the maximum distance to a
fire hydrant from the closest point on the building shall not exceed 600 feet 2. the maximum
distance between fire hydrants shall not exceed 800 feet.
18.5.3 buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be
provided for buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings in accordance with
both of the following 1. The maximum distance to a fire hydrant from the closet point on the
building shall not exceed 400 feet 2. The maximum distance between fire hydrants shall not
exceed 500 feet
18. 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.
19. 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.
20. Hydrants are to be Darling Co. B-62-B Breakaway https://american-usa.com/products/valves-
and-hydrants/fire-hydrants/5-1-4-american-darling-b-62-b-5
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21. 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 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)
22. 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:
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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.
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)
23. 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)
24. 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)
25. Fire Department Connection to be located within 300 feet of fire hydrant, measured as hose
would come off the fire equipment.
26. All standpipe and sprinkler connections shall be marked as prescribed within the appropriate
section of this regulation and as illustrated by the appropriate figures of this regulation. All
standpipe and sprinkler connections shall have minimum of four inch (4") solid yellow
demarcation lines to define specific areas, Solid yellow demarcation lines shall be measured from
the center line of the connection and extend for a distance of four feet (4') on both sides, and
where parking is allow between the building and the street or fire lane the solid yellow
demarcation lines shall extend from the end of the sidewalk surface to the street or fire lane
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(Markings shall not be required on the sidewalk surface). All fire department connections
(standpipe and sprinkler) shall have a minimum 12" x 18" sign that reads FIRE DEPT.
CONNECTION, sign lettering shall be a minimum of 3 inches (3") in height with red scotchlite
letters on white scotchlite background. The sign shall be clearly visible from the fire lane or
roadway, and signs using NFPA international symbols shall be an acceptable alternative. (2021
Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 6, 3)
27. Standpipes shall be provided in all areas and buildings as required in the codes and standards
listed in Regulation 701 as well as the following areas or buildings:
In all Class A and Class B places of assembly and institutional occupancies two (2) stories or 25
feet in height or over,
In any building over three (3) stories, In any building over 35 feet in height,
In any building that has a floor above the first floor over 10,000 square feet gross floor area,
In all buildings where the 1st floor exceeds 60,000 gross square feet,
a Class I horizontal standpipe system installed in accordance with the applicable codes and
standards listed in Regulation 701 of these Regulations shall be provided. All standpipe systems
shall be installed in accordance with the applicable codes and standards listed in Regulation 701.
The standpipe system shall be carried up with each floor and shall be installed and ready for use
as each floor progresses.
Standpipes shall not be more than one floor below the highest forms of staging,
The 2½-inch of hose connections on Class I systems shall be provided in the following locations,
At the highest intermediate landing between floor levels in every required exit stairway,
Where intermediate landing is not provided, hose connections shall be permitted to be located at
the main floor landings in exit stairways when approved by the authority having jurisdiction,
Where the local fire department has the capability of providing the required pressure,
hydraulically designed standpipe systems in fully sprinklered, non-high-rise buildings shall be
designed to provide the required waterflow rate.
A sign shall be provided at each landing, in all interior stairways, designating the floor level.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 702, Chapter 4, 2)
28. 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.
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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)
29. 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)
30. 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)
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
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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
31. 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
32. All new passenger elevators in a building shall be provided with a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches (609 mm) by 84 inches (2133 mm) in its horizontal open position.
Where two or more new passenger elevators are located in a single hoist way and serve all or the
same portion of the building, only one elevator car that provides a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches by 84 inches in its horizontal position for each hoist way shall be
required. Elevator cars required to comply with 15.1 or 15.2 shall be identified by the international
symbol for emergency medical services (star of life). The symbol shall be not less than 3 inches
(76 mm) in height and shall be placed inside on both sides of the hoist way door frame.
Firefighter recall keys shall be provided in a manner acceptable to the local fire department.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 1, 15)
33. Buildings over 25,000 Sq. Ft are to have radio performance testing done prior to Final CO. This
must be scheduled in advance with an authorized vendor.
34. Project to be completed per approved Site Plan.
35. Full building and fire plan review is required.
36. 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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37. Construction or renovations cannot be started until building plans are approved.
38. 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.
39. Building cannot be occupied by the public until a Certificate of Occupancy is obtained.
40. The following is City Ordinance, Appendix B-Zoning, Article 8 Enforcement and Penalties:
Section 1. - Building permits.
No building or structure in any district shall be erected or structurally altered without a building permit
duly issued upon application to the building inspector. No building permit shall be issued unless the
proposed construction or use is in full conformity with all the provisions of this ordinance. Any building
permit issued in violation of the provisions of this ordinance shall be null and void and of no effect,
without the necessity for any proceedings for revocations or nullification thereof, and any work
undertaken or use established pursuant to any such permit shall be unlawful (see section 4 for
penalties).
1.1 No building permit shall be issued for the construction or alteration of any building upon a lot
without frontage upon, or legal permanent access to, a public street improved to the satisfaction of the
planning commission, or without access to a public sewer.
1.2 No building permit shall be issued for any building where the site development plan of such
building is subject to approval by the planning commission, except upon approval of such plans
approved by the said commission.
1.21 No building permit shall be issued for any building in a subdivision unless the subdivision plot has
been approved by the planning commission.
1.3 No building permit shall be issued for a building to be used for any conditional use in any zone
where such use is allowed only with approval of the planning commission, unless and until such
approval has been duly granted by the said commission.
(Ord. of 7-12-1993, § 3)
ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. Please confirm that building 2 is the same as building 1 regarding measurements (ex 15’
between building and parking)
2. Please confirm item # 11 listed above is in compliance.
3. Fire hydrants need to be shown as outlined in item #17 listed above.
4. Note, City Ordinance, Appendix B, Article 5, Section 17, figure 17.1 regarding subgrade
emergency access lanes.
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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Item 5.
CITY OF DOVER ELECTRIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: NOV 29, 2023
APPLICATION: Walker Road Apartments at Guinn Property
FILE #: S-23-22
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric Department
CONTACT PERSON: Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Operations Superintendent
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-674-7568
CONTACT EMAIL #: sburgett@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.
12. Must maintain 10' clearance around all electrical equipment, unless pre-approved by the City of Dover Electric
Engineering Department.
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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 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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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY D
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APPLICATION: Walker Road Apartments
FILE#: S-23-22 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Michael Vandevander PHONE#: 302-760-2141
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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. The developer will need a pre-submittal meeting to discuss the development with DelDOT.
A trip generation diagram will need to be completed.
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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
DECEMBER 2023
APPLICATION: Walker Road Apartments at Guinn property
FILE #: S-23-22
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. A Stormwater Assessment Study (SAS) and pre-application meeting are required.
2. As the disturbance for this site will exceed 5,000 square feet, a detailed sediment and stormwater
management plan must be reviewed and approved by the District prior to any land disturbing activity (i.e.
clearing, grubbing, filling, grading, etc.) taking place. The review fee and a completed Application for a
Detailed Plan are due at the time of plan submittal to the District’s office.
3. The following notes must appear on the record plan:
a. The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to enter private property for purposes of periodic
site inspection.
b. The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to add, modify, or delete any erosion or sediment
control measure, as it deems necessary.
c. A clear statement of defined maintenance responsibility for stormwater management facilities must
be provided on the Record Plan.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. The existing pond located on private property is not an approved stormwater facility and can not be
utilized for stormwater management without prior authorization and approval from Kent Conservation
District.
2. There may be a conflict of jurisdiction with the existing pond. The pond is located within a DelDOT
easement and is used for DelDOT drainage. Please contact DelDOT for the pond design and as-built
details.
3. A letter of no objection to recordation will be provided once the detailed Sediment and Stormwater
Management Plan has been approved.
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Item 5.
CITY OF DOVER Dover/Kent
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
County
Metropolitan
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY Planning
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: Organization
APPLICATION: S-23-22 Walker Road Apartments at Guinn Property
FILE # S-23-22 REVIEWING AGENCY: Dover/Kent County MPO
CONTACT PERSON: Malcolm Jacob PHONE #: (302) 387-6030
Issues of concern to the MPO are effective transit, reducing the amount of vehicle emissions by shortening or
eliminating trips, and facilities for alternative modes of transportation, including bicycle and pedestrian access. The
MPO considers the bicycle facilities required by the City of Dover to be the standard for all applications, not to be
waived.
City of Dover Planning Commission
Project Review
S-23-22 Walker Road Apartments at Guinn Property
1) Barrier-free access curb ramps shall be provided at all Sidewalk/Vehicular Drive intersections to
include the Site Entrance, internal Driveway Corners, Marked Crosswalks, and at all Access
Aisles serving ADA compliant parking spaces. Construction details for ADA parking and curb
ramp installations should be included in Construction Plan Documents.
2) It is recommended that Sidewalk be provided on both sides of the Entrance Drive (Plan reflects
west side only).
3) It is recommended that Sidewalk be extended to the Dumpster Enclosure located in the
northwesterly portion of the Site.
4) School buses generally pick-up along Walker Road at designated stops. There is also a transit
shelter at Liberty Court adjoining this site to the east which may serve transit needs for this
complex.
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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Item 5.
City of Dover
DATA SHEET FOR RECREATION PLAN REVIEW
Review of Active Recreation Area Plan
PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE
MEETING OF December 12, 2023
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING of December 18, 2023
Plan Title: Walker Road Apartments, S-23-22
Plan Type: Site Development Plan and Active Recreation Area Plan
Location: North side of Walker Road and west of Independence Boulevard
Address: Unaddressed off Walker Road
Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.18-01-71.00-000
Owner: Arthur Guinn Estate
Equitable Owner/Developer: Tyrone Pierre
Site Area: 6.83 acres +/-
Zoning: RM-2 (Medium Density Residence)
Current Use: Vacant Land (Open Land, Woodland, and Stormwater Pond Area)
Proposed Use: Garden Style Apartments (Multi-family Community)
Dwelling Units: 48 units
Parking: Required: 115 spaces
Proposed: 119 spaces
Water and Sewer: City of Dover
For Consideration: Active Recreation Area Plan
Recreation Area: Required – 10,000 SF
Provided – 11,663 SF
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 60
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I. PROJECT SUMMARY:
This application is for Review of a Site Development Plan Application for the construction of
two (2) 3-story garden style 24-unit apartment buildings with a Clubhouse and active recreation
areas. Also proposed are 119 parking spaces, landscaping, recreation areas, and other site
improvements. The project area of 6.83 +/- acres is zoned RM-2 (Medium Density Residence
Zone). The property is located on the north side of Walker Road and west of Independence
Boulevard. The owner of record is Arthur Guinn Estate and equitable owner/developer is Tyrone
Pierre. Property is currently unaddressed on Walker Road. Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.18-01-71.00-
000. Council District 4. For Consideration: Active Recreation Area Plan.
II. ACTIVE RECREATION AREA PLAN SUMMARY:
The Site Development Plan as submitted by the applicant for the Apartment Complex notes four
Active Recreation features consisting of a basketball court, a volleyball court, a Clubhouse and
an Active Recreation area.
This project qualifies for consideration as a “small development” and its exemption option for
recreation area calculations found in Zoning Ordinance, Article 5, Section 10.514. This subject
property is less than 10 acres in size and has a density of 7.02 dwelling units per acre. The Active
Recreation Area is required at a rate of 150 SF per unit or 10,000 SF (0.23 acres), whichever is
greater. With this project of forty-eight (48) units, the Active Recreation Area requirement
calculates to 7,200 SF which is less than the 10,000 SF. The Active Recreation Areas proposed
are shown on the overall Site Plan, and the calculations are provided in the Data Column on page
C-1. See Summary Table below of Active Recreation Areas.
Active Recreation Area (Article 5 §10.514)
Required Provided on Plan
150 S.F. per dwelling unit or 0.23 • Basketball half court (2,500 SF)
acre (10,000 SF) whichever is • Volleyball Court (1,800 SF)
greater to be provided on site. • Unspecified Recreation Area (3,750 SF)
• Clubhouse (3,613 SF)* subject to area future
48 DU = 7,200 SF (0.23 +/- ac) adjustment as part of building is to be the Leasing
Required = 10,000 SF Office
Provided: 11,663 SF*
• *Need detailed size of
office area in the
Clubhouse to confirm
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Article 5 Accessible There are sidewalks connecting the Clubhouse to the
§10.151 sidewalk system for the rest of the property. There is also a
connection from the sidewalk network to the Basketball
Court. There should be a connection to the other 2 recreation
areas outlined on the plan.
10.152 Pedestrian oriented Other than the sidewalks around the parking lot, there are not
any recreational walking paths.
10.153 Age Oriented The four types of recreation areas are outlined in the plans.
The activity specifics are not listed for the Clubhouse or the
Active Recreation open area. There are not any child aged
playgrounds shown on the plan.
10.154 Parking Parking is provided for the buildings on an outer loop
perimeter of the drive aisle through the property. The
recreation is shown all on the west side of the property. There
are parking spaces adjacent to recreation areas and
Clubhouse.
10.155 Walking, jogging There are 2 bike racks on the site plan, each can hold 4 bikes.
and biking trails The requirement is 1 bike space for every 20 car spaces
(Article 6, Section 3 of the Zoning Ordinance). 6 minimum
bike spaces should be provided in total. There are a total of 8
bike spaces provided.
10.156 Setbacks The recreation areas on these site plans will need to be moved
inward to conform to the 30’ setback requirement for game
courts.
10.157 Landscaping The site requires 67 trees and there is an appropriate number
listed on the plan data column. Specific tree species will need
to be identified on the plans and signed off by a Landscape
Architect as per Zoning Ordinance.
• The woodland areas to remain are shown.
• There is no Landscape Plan provided for the new tree
planting. A placement map of the Landscape Plan will
be required.
10.158 Area The breakdown of the allotted recreation areas is listed on the
site plans. We will need clarification on the Clubhouse
building interior and the area used for recreation versus that
for leasing office area.
III. REVIEW PROCESS
The Planning Office has prepared this Active Recreation Area Report outlining the Recreation
Area proposal. The Parks, Recreation and Community Enhancement Committee will need to
consider the proposed Active Recreation Area and make a recommendation. The Planning
Commission must act to accept the Recreation Area Plan as part of the Site Plan review process.
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The Parks, Recreation and Community Enhancement Committee will review the Recreation Area
Plan at their meeting on December 12, 2023. The Planning Commission Public Hearing and
Review of the Site Development Plan S-23-22 is scheduled for December 18, 2023.
IV. CODE CITATIONS:
Dover Code of Ordinances, Appendix B – Zoning, Article 5 – Supplementary Regulations,
Section 10 – Open Space, Recreation and Other Public Facilities (select excerpts).
Article 5 Section 10
Section 10. - Open space, recreation, and other public facilities.
The City of Dover shall require the reservation of open space, recreation, and other public facilities in
accordance with the provisions of this section as a condition of approval for all one-family dwelling,
two-family dwelling and multiple-family dwelling residential developments requiring conditional use
approval, site development plan approval, or land subdivision approval by the City of Dover Planning
Commission.
10.1 Recreation areas.
10.11 Purpose. The purpose of this section is to ensure that active recreation areas are
provided as an integral design element within residential developments and that such facilities are
of an adequate scale in relation to the size of the residential development and which provide
residents with a variety of active recreational pursuits.
10.12 Dedication required. The commission shall require the dedication or reservation of
recreation areas, and the subsequent construction of recreation facilities of a character, extent
and location suitable to the needs created by a development for recreation facilities as defined
and in accordance with the design guidelines set forth.
10.13 Definition. The following are illustrative of the types of recreation areas and subsequent
facilities that shall be deemed to serve active recreational needs and therefore to count toward
satisfaction of the recreation area requirements of this section: tennis courts, handball courts,
racquetball courts, swimming pools, saunas and exercise rooms, meeting or activity rooms within
clubhouses, baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts, volleyball courts, swings, slides and
play apparatus, and developed walking, jogging or biking trails.
10.14 Recreation area review….
10.15 Design guidelines…
10.16 Area required. All residential developments shall provide recreational areas in a size
equal to 275 square feet per dwelling unit or one-half acre of land, whichever is greater. In no
case shall the commission require that more than ten percent of the gross area of the
development be so dedicated or reserved when the gross area is greater than five acres.
10.5 Exemption to recreation and open space dedication.
10.514 Residential developments of ten (10) or fewer acres with a density over six units per
acre. These developments shall be exempt from the area requirements set forth in section
10.16, but shall be required to provide 150 square feet of active recreation area per dwelling
unit or 10,000 square feet of active recreation area, whichever is greater. If the commission
determines that the construction of some or all of the required active recreation area is not
practical or desirable, the commission shall require a cash-in-lieu donation for the active
recreation area determined as not practical or desirable. Cash-in-lieu amount shall be in
accordance with subsection 10.173 of this article.
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V. STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS
The following are comments and recommendations from staff of the Planning Office following
review of the Active Recreation Area Plan.
1) Recreation Areas: As a residential development, there is a requirement for Active Recreation
area(s). Staff Recommends the following regarding these Recreation Areas:
a) Sport Courts:
i. The recreation areas outlined for specific sports should indicate the
materials used for court areas.
ii. Adjust location of court surfaces to ensure 30 feet setback is complied
with.
b) Clubhouse:
i. There should be specifics on what recreation or activities can transpire
in the Clubhouse.
ii. List size of areas with clubhouse as Leasing Office area does not
count.
iii. Connecting these areas to the walking paths would allow for
wheelchair and stroller access.
c) Active Recreation Area:
i. Provide details for the unspecified active recreation area as to if it will
be open lawn area or have amenities.
2) Bicycle Parking: Bicycle parking should be located at every one of the Apartment Buildings.
If any Bike Parking facilities are proposed internal to the buildings, then the Plans should
note as such.
i) Staff recommend adding bike racks near each recreation amenity.
3) Pedestrian Connectivity: Staff notes that the sidewalk system should be extended specifically
to all recreation areas where necessary near handicapped parking. Sidewalk intersections, etc.
a) Sidewalks should be provided on both sides of the entrance drive to the
complex. The current plan only provides sidewalks on the west side of the
entrance.
b) Sidewalks should be added to the Volleyball Court and the Active Recreation
area.
c) Sitting benches could also be added to the recreation areas.
4) Sidewalk Curb Cuts: No curb cuts or ramps are shown on sidewalks or near street crossings;
add accessible ramps.
5) Adequate Lighting for the Site: It appears in the plan that light fixtures are present around the
parking areas. There should be light fixtures added to sufficiently light the recreation areas.
Please detail the light fixtures to be used.
6) Landscaping: Provide a landscape plan. Specific tree species will need to be identified on the
plans and signed off by a Landscape Architect as per Zoning Ordinance. Additionally, it
appears that the parking islands may be counted towards the woodlands areas not to be
cleared. It will be difficult for construction crews to avoid these areas given their location and
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proximity to the development area. It would be better for these areas to be used for tree
planting and landscaping requirements.
VI. ADVISORY COMMENTS
1) This Site Development Plan set depicting the Recreational Areas are to include appropriate
improvements, plans, and details of the Active Recreation Area as approved.
2) There shall be provisions which ensure that the community space (all areas under
consideration for Active Recreation Areas) shall continue as such and be properly managed
and maintained. The developer shall either retain ownership and responsibility for
maintenance of the common use areas or provide for and establish one (1) or more
organizations for the ownership and maintenance of all common space i.e., a Homeowners
Association or other property management entity. The organization shall be responsible for
maintenance, insurance, and taxes on the community space.
3) In the event, that major changes and revisions to the Plan occur in the finalization of the Plan
contact the Planning Office. Examples include reorientation of buildings, relocation of site
components, changes in floor area or unit count, or design revisions impacting Active
Recreation Areas. These changes may require resubmission for review by the Development
Advisory Committee, Planning Commission, or other agencies and commissions making
recommendations in regard to the plan.
4) The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee shall submit to the
Planning Commission a report detailing the recommendations as to the Recreation Area Plan.
Attachments:
• Site Plan S-23-22 Walker Road Apartments Sheet C-1
• Building Rendering
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A RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY
WALKER ROAD APARTMENTS
DOVER, DE
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WALKER ROAD APARTMENTS CLUBHOUSE
DOVER, DE
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Item 6.
City of Dover
DATA SHEET FOR REVISED SUBDIVISION PLAN REVIEW
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING OF December 6, 2023
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF December 18, 2023
Plan Title: Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design, SB-23-03
Plan Type: Revised Subdivision Plan
Previous Applications: Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design, C-07-01 and SB-07-07
Revised Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design, SB-21-05
Applicant/Owner: Stonebrook East 168, LLC
Property Location: Northeast corner of McKee Road and W. Denney’s Road
Tax Parcels: ED-05-057.03-01-01.00 through 92.00
Existing Parcel Area: Area totaling 45.75 acres +/-
Present Use: Vacant
Proposed Use: Planned Neighborhood Design (PND) Option
Number of Dwelling Units: 103 Townhouses (+16)
138 Garden Apartments (-30)
241 Total Dwelling Units (decrease of 14)
Sewer/Water: City of Dover
Zoning Classification: RM-1 (Medium Density Residence Zone)
PND (Planned Neighborhood Design)
Waivers Approved: PND – Alternative Design Standards for Townhouse Units and Garden
Apartments (previous bulk standards requests)
Sidewalks: Combined Placement and Alternative Materials
Reduction in Street Radius from 150 ft. to 90 ft.
Waiver Requested: PND – Alternative Design Standards for Townhouses: Minimum Lot With of
20 feet and Reduction of Minimum Lot Area
PND – Alternative Design Standards for Garden Apartments: Increased
number of stories to 4 stories; Increase building height to 48 feet; and Allow
an average of 35 dwelling units per building
P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 69
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City of
Dover
CITY OF DOVER Planning
Office
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: December 6, 2023
APPLICATION: Revised Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design at McKee Road and W.
Denneys Road – Revised Subdivision Plan
FILE #: SB-23-03 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Planning
CONTACT PERSON: Dawn Melson-Williams, AICP PHONE #: (302) 736-7196
I. PLAN SUMMARY
This Application is the Review of a Revised Subdivision Plan to increase the number of
townhouses from 87 to 103 townhouses (increase of 16 townhouse units) and to decrease the
number of garden apartment units from 168 to 138 garden apartment units (decrease of 30 units).
This development known as Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design (PND) proposes 241
dwelling units, recreational areas, open space, and stormwater management areas. The property is
zoned RM-1 (Medium Density Residential Zone) and approved as a PND (Planned Neighborhood
Design Option). The site is on the northeast corner of McKee Road and W. Denneys Road. Property
Address: intersection of McKee Road and West Denneys Road. Property Owners: Hanae Harmony
Properties and Stonebrook East 168 LLC. Tax Parcels: ED-05-057.03-01-01.00-000 to ED-05-
057.03-01-92.00-000. Council District 1. The submission includes a series of PND - Alternative
Design Standards Requests.
II. PREVIOUS APPLICATIONS
A Conditional Use C-07-01 for a conceptual plan for a Planned Neighborhood Design (PND) was
approved by the Planning Commission in February 2007. Shortly after on November 19, 2007, a
Subdivision Plan (SB-07-07) was presented to Planning Commission for Stonebrook East PND and
was approved with Alternative Design Standards for both townhouses and garden apartments. A
Final Revised Record Plan was approved by the Planning Office on September 29, 2010 which
superseded a previous Record Plan approved on November 26, 2008 after returning to Planning
Commission for approval of revised building architecture and placement of the garden apartments
in April of 2008. The Final Approved PND Plan consisted of 87 Townhomes (labeled as Lots 1 to
87) and 168 Garden Apartments for a total of 255 units, streets, and open space including active
recreation spaces in the form of a pool and clubhouse, basketball court, tot lot and gazebo.
In August 2021, the City of Dover Planning Commission granted conditional approval of a Revised
Subdivision Plan SB-21-05 Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design (PND). The Plan
consisted of a proposal for 103 townhomes and four apartment buildings with a total of 138 garden
apartment units along with a 2,500 SF clubhouse, swimming pool, basketball court, tot lot, and
community garden. However, no action was taken to finalize this plan revision.
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SB-23-03 Revised Subdivision Plan for Stonebrook East PND
DAC Report of December 6, 2023
Page 2
III. PROJECT DESCRIPTION – Revised Subdivision Plan
The subject development site is located on the northeast corner at the intersection of McKee Road
and W. Denney’s Road. The property is bordered on the east side by the Fork Branch of the St.
Jones River and has significant wetlands in its north and east areas. A large portion of the property
is also in the flood hazard area. Access to the site is off of McKee Road (to align with Stonebrook
West PND entrance) and off of W. Denneys Road (to align with Grinding Wheel Drive entrance to
Mill Creek neighborhood). This Revised Subdivision Plan proposes to increase the number of
townhouse lots by 16 from 87 lots to 103 lots. Townhouse Lots 1 through 87 were previously
approved as part of SB-07-07. The applicant also wishes to decrease the number of garden
apartments from 168 units to 138 units within a series of four buildings. A series of garage building
structures are also shown in the apartment area. The garden apartments are to remain on one parcel.
The Active Recreation Area includes a Clubhouse, tot lot, game court, and other open space areas;
see Active Recreation Area discussion.
Preliminary Land Use Review (PLUS)
This application was reviewed during July 2006 by the Preliminary Land Use Services as required
by the City of Dover’s Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This MOU requires that residential
developments containing 125 or more dwelling units complete the PLUS Review process prior to
application submission. The PLUS Review Comment Letter and the applicant’s response letter for
this project are on file in the Planning Office.
IV. PLANNED NEIGHBORHOOD DESIGN OPTION:
The applicant is seeking approval under the Planned Neighborhood Design Option (see Zoning
Ordinance Article 3, Section 24.1(a). The Ordinance sets forth a three-step review and approval
process. As the first step in the review process, the developer presented the concept in a general
sketch plan to the City Council on July 24, 2006. The City Council determined that the proposed
project was of a design and type that warranted further review by the Planning Commission. The
submittal of the Conceptual Plan to the Planning Commission for Conditional Use review and
public hearing was the second step in the process and was completed in February 2007 under the
file # C-07-01. Stonebrook East PND was approved as a Preliminary Subdivision Plan during the
Planning Commission Meeting of November 19, 2007. The Final Plat was approved as an
administrative function on November 26, 2008 and later revised and approved on September 29,
2010.
It is important to keep in mind that this proposal does not involve a rezoning of the land. The
Planned Neighborhood Design Option is plan specific. The land would remain zoned RM-1. The
following are permitted in a Planned Neighborhood Design: single family detached dwellings, one
family lot line dwellings, duplexes, multiplex dwellings, townhouses, patio houses, garden
apartments, and mid-rise apartments. The PND option allows for a greater variety of housing types
and allows for commercial uses while requiring 25% open space. The maximum density for a PND
in the RM-1 zoning is six (6) dwelling units per acre. The proposed changes shown on this
Subdivision Plan (SB-23-05) put the open space at 74.25% with a density of 5.265dwelling units
per acre.
PND - Approved Alternative Design Standards and Requested Changes
The applicant requested adjustments to the required design standards of a Planned Neighborhood
Design in the RM-1 zoning district as part of the Conceptual Subdivision Plan Application. During
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the Conceptual Plan approval stage of 2007, Planning Commission granted approval of the
Alternative Design Standards. Article 3 §24.5 of the Zoning Ordinance permits the Planning
Commission to grant such adjustments. The following tables present the Alternative Design
Standards approved for this project of Stonebrook East PND and the changes requested by unit
type.
Bulk Standards: Planned Neighborhood Design Option
Housing Type Townhouses Townhouses Townhouses
PND per Zoning Approved (2007) Requested (2023)
Ordinance
Average Lot Area 2,200 S.F. 2,000 S.F. 2,000 S.F.
Minimum Lot Area 2,000 S.F. 1,800 S.F. 1,870 S.F.
Lot Width 22’ 22’ 20’
Lot Depth 80’ 80’ 80’
Off-Street Parking 2 spaces per unit 2 spaces per unit 2 spaces per unit
Building Setback
20’ 22’ 22’
from Street
Building Setback
10’ 10’ 10’
from Property Line
Building Spacing 30’ 20’ 20’
Building Height 35’ and 3 stories 42’ and 3.5 stories 35’ and 2-3 stories
Lot Coverage 75% 85% 85%
Dwelling Units Per
8 8 8
Building (Maximum)
Bulk Standards: Planned Neighborhood Design Option
Housing Type Garden Garden Garden Garden
Apartments Apartments Apartments Apartments
PND per Zoning Approved (2007) Approved 2021 Requested 2023
Ordinance (SB-21-05) (SB-23-02)
Average Lot
1,800 S.F. 1,800 S.F. 1,800 S.F. 1,800 S.F.
Area
Minimum Lot
1,800 S.F. 1,800 S.F. 1,800 S.F. 1,800 S.F.
Area
Lot Width 100’ per building 100’ per building 100’ per building 100’ per building
Lot Depth 125’ per building 125’ per building 125’ per building 125’ per building
Off-Street 1.5 spaces per
2 spaces per unit 1.5 spaces per unit 2.0 spaces per unit
Parking unit
Building
Setback from 50’ 27’ 27’ 27’
Street
Building
Setback from 50’ 15’ 15’ 15’
Property Line
Building
50’ 15’* 15’* 15’*
Spacing
Building
35’ and 2 stories 45’ and 3.5 stories 48’ and 4 stories 48’ and 4 stories
Height
Lot Coverage 60% 65% 65% 60%
Dwelling Units
24 24 35 35
Per Building
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*Building separation distance reduced to 15’ in a request to amend the PND Design Standards on 4/12/2008.
Previously the Planning Commission found them to be in harmony with the spirit of the Planned
Neighborhood Design Option and granted approval to these Alternative Design Standards for
Stonebrook East PND. These bulk standards govern the layout and design of the overall
subdivision. The following are the requested Alternative Design Standards for the Townhouse and
Garden Apartments are what is under review with the Revised Subdivision Plan SB-23-03:
Townhouses:
• Reduce minimum lot width from 22 feet to 20 feet
• Reduce minimum lot area
Garden Apartments:
• Increased building height from previously approved 45 feet to 48 feet.
• Increased number of stories from previously approved 3.5 stories to 4 stories
• Increased average number of dwelling units per building from previously approved 24
units to 35 units per building
V. PARKING SUMMARY:
The parking requirement for apartments is based on a rate of two (2) parking spaces per dwelling
unit plus 0.25 space per dwelling unit for visitor parking (Zoning Ordinance, Article 6 §3.1). Based
on the number of dwelling units (138 apartment units), this site would require 311 parking spaces
for that rate. The plans submitted request a parking rate of 2.0 spaces per apartment unit as the
minimum for a PND apartment unit. The plan identifies a total of 171 surface parking spaces
located as part the apartment complex area flanking the drive aisles and including handicapped
accessible parking spaces near each building. There are 40 additional parking spaces identified near
the adjacent Clubhouse building. There are also a series of five (5) garage buildings with an
unknown number of spaces.
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle parking is required at a rate of one bicycle parking space for every 20 vehicle parking
spaces. This rate would be applied to the parking spaces for the apartment buildings. The location
of bicycle parking is not currently shown on the plans; however, the type of bicycle parking rack
that will be provided is displayed in the construction details.
VI. SITE CONSIDERATIONS
The tract of land totaling 45.75 acres +/- exceeds the requirement that a PND shall be a minimum of
twenty (20) acres. The subject site is located on the north side of Denney’s Road and east of
McKee Road, north of the Mill Creek subdivision. The proposed Stonebrook West PND is located
west of the subject site, across McKee Road. This project for Stonebrook East PND would create a
neighborhood of mixed types of residential dwellings which differs from the single-family detached
homes and duplex home subdivision of Mill Creek (26 single family detached and 14 duplexes) to
the south. The design presented consists of townhouse units and garden apartment style buildings.
Site Access Streets
Two connections to the existing street network are required by the Land Subdivision Regulations
based on the total number of units and lots (241 units are proposed). With the creation of one
hundred and fifty (150) dwelling units or twenty (20) lots, a second connection to existing streets is
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required (Land Subdivision Regulations, Article VI §A.8). The entrance from Denneys Road into
Stonebrook East is aligned with the entrance street of Grinding Wheel Drive into Mill Creek. The
entrance from McKee Road is aligned with a proposed entrance into the Stonebrook West PND.
The street names within the development were previously approved by Kent County Mapping/911
Addressing Section in conjunction with the City of Dover. The minimum right-of-way for alleys is
16 feet; however, the plan presents an alley right-of-way of 20 feet (with a paved width of 14 feet)
which exceeds this requirement to accommodate extra space for movement within the alleys
without impact to individual properties.
The street network of streets and alleys accommodating the townhomes largely remains the same.
The newly proposed townhouses are to front on Rochester Drive with an alley to the rear other
parking areas near the Clubhouse. The plan seems to show that the streets and alleys in the
subdivision will be dedicated to the City of Dover but the parking lot areas and drive aisles around
the apartment buildings will be privately maintained and not intended for dedication.
Dumpsters
Dumpsters are required for apartment complexes at a rate of two for the first 48 apartment units and
then an additional dumpster for each additional 24 apartments or fraction thereof. The Revised
Subdivision Plan shows that for the 138 garden apartments six (6) dumpsters would be required.
The applicant is proposing to have eight dumpsters in the areas of the apartment buildings and the
Clubhouse. Proposed dumpsters are to be constructed of block walls surrounded by chain-link fence
with tan slats and gates to match.
Sidewalks
Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 18.3 requires that sidewalk be installed on both sides of the
streets in a subdivision. Such sidewalks are also required to have access ramps at points of
intersection with street crossings and at other locations so as to afford reasonable pedestrian
movement and site access. Sidewalks are shown along all roadways except for along one side of
Millais Drive where a waiver was previously granted (see below). Sidewalks are also shown
throughout the area that is to accommodate the Garden Apartments and the Clubhouse and other
recreational amenities. The plan also shows a multi-modal path proposed along the frontages of
both McKee Road and W. Denneys Road.
Previously Approved Waivers
Approved Waiver: Sidewalks – Partial Elimination of Sidewalk/ Combined Placement and
Alternative Materials
In 2007, a waiver was granted by the Planning Commission to allow for the construction of a ten-
foot multi-modal path of bituminous materials in place of sidewalk along Denneys Road in
accordance with DelDOT standards. This waiver also eliminated the requirement for sidewalks
along the interior roadway of the site (along the south and west sides of Millais Drive) which would
have been parallel to the multi-modal path and in some areas in very close proximity. The
bituminous material proposed for the multi-modal path once required a waiver but is now an
accepted material and pathway format as a result of Zoning Ordinance changes.
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Approved Waiver: Reduction of Street Radius
In 2007, the Planning Commission granted a waiver for the reduction of the street radius from 150
feet to 90 feet to accommodate the proposed street network. This Revised Plan SB-23-03 does not
alter the general street network layout other than adding Alley E (to east of new Townhouse lots).
VII. BUILDING ARCHITECTURE
The applicant submitted examples of typical Townhouses in the subdivision. The two-story
townhome renderings show a mix of horizontal and vertical (vinyl) siding, shingled roofing,
windows with shutters, small turned gable feature sat the roof line, and small portico over the front
door. The side elevations of the end unit are not depicted. These Townhouses are proposed to have
a rear parking pad area off the Alley. Clarify the number of stories for the units as the plan lists
three stories but a three story version is not depicted. Also, one rendering places the unit very close
to the sidewalk rather than presenting on front setback/front yard lawn area.
The Garden Apartment buildings are shown as 4-story buildings with horizontal siding and shingled
gable roof. A covered porch walkway is shown on all four floor levels across the entire front of the
building with an elevator shaft wrapped with stairwell in the center and a covered stairwell at both
ends. Each apartment unit is accessed directly from this walkway. The first level of the walkway is
elevated above ground; it shows (on the floor plan) three steps leading to the first level, but the Site
Plan shows a ramp system at this center point. The Site Plan also shows areas labeled “storage” on
the rear and /or ends of the Apartment Building; clarify this area as it is not shown on the
floorplans.
This project adds a series of Garage buildings in the apartment complex area; however, no
architecture was provided for them.
Rear Emergency Access
Rear emergency access is required for various residential dwelling types including apartments.
Article 5 Section 17 of the Zoning Ordinance outlines these requirements. For an apartment
building that is four stories or greater a 24 ft. Primary Fire Lane is required. The plans show
adequate access for three out of the four garden apartment buildings. Apartment Building D can
become compliant with a slight adjustment in its location. (See Fire Marshal Comments).
VIII. SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD AREAS
Flood Hazard Area
The Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §11.21 requires that flood hazard areas (100-year floodplain)
remain as open natural areas with no impervious surfaces. These properties are found on the FEMA
FIRM Panel of Kent County Delaware Map Number 10001C0154H effective date May 5, 2003.
Portions of the subject property are within the Special Flood Hazard Area (100-year floodplain/ 1%
chance of annual flooding) as Zone AE; it is found in the northern and eastern portions of the site in
the vicinity of the Fork Branch. The floodplain areas are not proposed for development.
IX. TREE PLANTING AND LANDSCAPE PLAN
Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 16 lays out the requirements for tree planting and preservation.
A large portion of the overall property is considered woodland (735,733 SF +/-). The Plan shows
that 719,643 SF +/- of the existing woodlands is to be preserved. A tree density requirement of one
tree per 3,000 SF of non-woodland lot area is required. This project has a total non-woodland area
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of 1,242,126 SF thus requiring 414 trees to be planted. The concept presented on the landscape plan
indicates a mix of street trees and tree plantings near the recreational areas, at the perimeter areas of
the apartment complex, and on the residential lots. Trees plantings proposed along McKee Road
and West Denneys road frontage screening the subdivision.
The development proposes to use a mix of deciduous shade and ornamental trees and evergreen
trees including the following kinds of trees in their plan: Hedge Maple, Armstrong Red Maple,
Thornless Honey Locust, Bloodgood Planetree, Village Green Zelkova, American Holly, Eastern
Red Cedar, Norway Spruce, White Pine, Arborvitae, Red Sunset Maple, Pin Oak, Eastern Redbud,
Shadblow Serviceberry, White Fringetree, and Sweetbay Magnolia.
Wetlands
Wetlands & Buffering
The Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §11.22 prescribes provisions related to wetland areas. It requires
setbacks from wetland areas that are over 0.25 acres in size. A 100-foot setback from wetlands is
required. The setback may be reduced to fifty feet (50) from the top of bank if a riparian buffer of
native vegetation is maintained (Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §11.222(a)). Adjacent to the wetlands,
the plan shows a 50 foot riparian buffer where existing woodland vegetation will be maintained.
X. OPEN SPACE / ACTIVE RECREATION PLAN
Twenty-five percent of the total site area must be set aside and preserved for open space when a
project is developed under the Planned Neighborhood Design (PND) option. A total of 16.71 acres
+/- of open space is planned for the development not including the preserved woodland area (17.31
acres +/-). This exceeds the requirement for 25% open space (11.44 acres). As part of the open
space, 8.24 acres +/- are to serve as Active Recreation Area.
Recreational Area for this project is required at a rate of 275 square feet per dwelling unit or 0.5
acre of land, whichever is greater. Based on 241 dwelling units, 66,275 S.F. (1.52 acres) of
recreational area is required. The recreational component has not changed since it was accepted by
the Parks, Recreation and Community Enhancement Committee for a recommendation on
November 13, 2007 apart from the addition of a Community Garden area.
The key components of the Active Recreation Area are:
• Community Center Area
o Clubhouse: 2,500 S.F. building
o Hard surface court: 84’ x 50’ for basketball
o Swimming pool: 72’ x 32’ with patio area
o Play Area for Small Children: ‘Tot Lot’ and Play Structure
o Community Garden: 40’ x 60’ (Added since the original approval of the Subdivision
Plan)
• Southern Community Park Area
o Lawn Area / Open Green
o Gazebo and walking path
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XI. 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) Alternative Bulk Standards were granted to the proposed PND project by the Planning
Commission as part of Conceptual Plan submission (C-07-01). A note should appear on the plan
which details when the original Waiver for Alternative Bulk Standards was granted (February
19, 2007) and the Code citation (Article 3 §24.5 of the Zoning Ordinance). After Planning
Commission acts on the new waiver requests, a note will also have to be added detailing that
action.
a. Waiver Request for Townhouses include:
• Minimum Lot Width of 20 feet
• Reduction of Minimum Lot Area
b. Waiver Requests for Garden Apartments include:
• Increased building height from previously approved 45 feet to 48 feet.
• Increased number of stories from previously approved 3.5 stories to 4 stories
• Increased average number of dwelling units per building from previously approved
24 to 35
Please confirm that these are the only Alternative Bulk Standards being sought. Check the
building spacings, lot coverage, and other setbacks. Check Site Data column on Sheet C-001.
2) Active Recreation Area: The applicant is responsible for providing an Active Recreation Area
of a minimum of 66,275 SF (rate for 241 units). The Plans Applicant has provided information
indicating the Active Recreation Areas.
a. Any revisions to the Active Recreation Area must be incorporated into the plan drawing
and data/notes listings throughout the plan set.
b. The Active Recreation Area will not require review by the Council Committee of the
Whole: Parks, Recreation & Community Enhancement Committee as the proposed
amenities remain unchanged.
3) Upright curbing shall be provided around all parking and drive aisle areas in accordance with
the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance unless a waiver is granted by the City Planner.
Clarify the type of curbing proposed in apartment complex areas.
4) Please clarify the format of Alley E to the east of the Townhouse Lots (fronting on the east side
of Rochester Drive.
a. The parking spaces at the rear of the units do not appear to be located on the individual
lots. Revise as these lots are not compliant with the parking requirements of two spaces
per lot.
b. Define the area of the right-of-way for Alley E and if it’s to be dedicated to the City of
Dover.
5) Clarify the concrete pad areas found along the alleys and the indent on the adjacent lots. This is
not an acceptable method of trash collection container storage, and the City will likely not take
dedication of these areas.
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6) Sheet C-100 - in the Data Column (and where in other similar data column in plan set):
a. General Notes #1: Remove or clarify the term condominium reference.
b. Check spelling in all notes.
c. General Notes #4. Remove pylon as sign type not allowed here.
d. General Note #26: Complete information on dates.
e. All notes for the waivers and Alternative Bulk Standards should clearly list when
approved. The one note reference (at the end of Stie Data Column) has incorrect date
and file number.
f. Add waiver previously approved regarding sidewalk and street radius.
g. Add the calculation for required bicycle parking. Bicycle parking is required at one
bicycle parking space for every 20 car spaces. The parking spaces used in this
calculation will only include the spaces provided for the apartment buildings and around
the clubhouse. Show location on plan.
h. Revise Note #21 as the entire site is not within Flood Zone X.
7) Sheet C-101 – Existing Conditions/Demolition Plan:
a. The 40’ PND Buffer for homes can be removed as that is no longer a requirement of the
Code.
b. This sheet is the only sheet that shows easements. Please clarify if the water and storm
drain easements shown as being extinguished are to be redrawn in different locations.
This removal must be shown on the Record Plan if already recorded.
c. Please show any other proposed easements.
d. Clarify (label) the 500-year floodplain line shown.
e. Add reference to Tree Protection notes found in Landscape Plan set.
8) Sheet C-201 – Site Plan:
a. The townhouses show a setback along the street of 20 feet. The proposed setback listed
on the Cover Sheet is 30 feet. The approved Alternative Design Standard is a 22-foot
setback from the street. Please clarify which is correct.
b. Label parking space courts and number of spaces in garages.
c. Each townhouse unit will require a connecting sidewalk from the street frontage
sidewalk to the building.
d. Remove the line in the center of the roadways and other places which appear to divide
the plan; makes drawing confusing.
e. Ensure lot lines are clearly depicted.
9) Sheet C-301 – Utility Plan:
a. Identify if Community Garden has a water source.
b. See Department of Water & Wastewater comments regarding potential Water Tank
reservation area.
c. Check General Utility Notes #9 and 10 as these may only apply to the apartment
complex lot.
10) Sheet C-601 – Signage and Striping Plan:
a. Striping and Signage Construction Notes items are not labeled on this sheet but may be
shown in large scale plan sheets series.
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b. List Alleys by name. The Public Works has a naming convention based on adjacent
streets.
c. Add no parking signage along streets where not allowed.
11) Sheet L-101 – L-106:
a. Sheet L-101: Correct zoning to RM-1 for residual woodland tract.
b. Be sure all trees are placed on definitive lots, and none are planted on the property line.
c. Ensure there are no conflicts of tree planting locations with lighting and underground
utilities as not all line and/or services laterals may be shown.
d. Check Street/Alley light placements as some are in the street or in lot parking spaces.
e. Please verify the correct number of plants is shown in the planting schedule that is
reflected on the plans. Recheck tree counts for the following: Armstrong Red Maple,
Red Sunset Maple, Bloodgood Plane Tree, and Shadblow Serviceberry.
12) Sheet FM-101 – Fire Marshal Plan:
a. The sheet has multiple overprints and duplications (of Lot number labels).
b. Revise per Fire Marshal comments including locating fire hydrants, fire lanes, etc.
c. Revise Note number 3 about the flood zone. The entire site is not in flood zone X.
13) Parking:
a. Be sure that any parking is a minimum of 15 feet from any apartment building. The
northwest corner of Apartment Building D appears to be less than 15 feet from the edge
of the parking area.
b. Include parking counts on the plan in the areas where parking is shown.
c. Identify number of parking spaces per garage building.
14) Please show additional connectivity to the tot lot, basketball court and clubhouse to the existing
sidewalk network. Show accessibility to community recreation features including the gazebo.
15) Please detail any lighting proposed for this site. Show locations to ensure parking lot and
walkway/paths have adequate lighting and include any lights on the buildings.
16) Rear Emergency Access is required for all apartment buildings. Adjust Apartment Building D to
comply with distancing requirements of the fire lanes and while maintaining compliant with the
front yard setback.
17) A separate Record Plan Set will have to be reviewed and approved for recordation with the
subdivision of additional Townhouse lots and alley. The Record Plan Set must document and
identify any existing and proposed easements for cross access, utilities, drainage, etc. associated
with the revised subdivision of these lots.
18) 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.
a. The formal Record Plan will need to be recorded upon completion of the approval
process with any corrections identified by the reviewing agencies.
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19) Signs are subject to a separate review and approval process in the City of Dover. Per the Sign
regulations a monument sign or a post and panel sign may be placed at the entrance of certain
size limitations.
20) 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.
21) The Final Plan set must include notes documenting any action taken by the Planning
Commission regarding any requested waivers and must list any additional conditions of
approval.
22) Additional review comments may be provided in the future as more detailed plans are
developed.
XII. 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) Waiver: Alternative Design Standards for Townhouse Units: Staff recommends approval of
the proposed bulk standards for the Townhouse units for a lot width of 20 feet. This lot
width is seen in other areas of the City. Also, the end unit lots would allow for a wider unit
based on the lot size and format.
2) Waiver: Alternative Design Standards for Garden Apartments: Staff recommends approval
of the changes to the bulk standards requested for Garden Apartments. The requested
change in height to allow for four stories and a maximum of 48 feet is only a half story and
three foot (3) increase from what the plan is currently approved for. The number of dwelling
units per building is being increased from 24 to 35 units this combined with the increased
height will helps increase the density on the site while maintaining the open space.
3) EV Parking: Planning Staff encourages this project to include the installation of Electric
Vehicle Charging Stations in its parking areas for the multi-family units. Currently, the
Zoning Ordinance does not require them, but many other jurisdictions have implemented
such requirements and there also may be State Code requirements for Electric Vehicle
Charging Stations. Electric Vehicle Charging Stations formats include EV-Capable, EV-
Ready, and EV-Installed.
a. Ensure some of the EV spaces are handicapped accessible.
b. Clarify if the garage spaces offer EV charging opportunities.
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
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consideration by the Planning Commission.
XIII. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1) The Planning Commission should act upon the request for any 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. The Subdivision Waiver requires review and action by the Council Committee of the
Whole: Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee and City Council.
2) In the event, that major changes and revisions to the Revised 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.
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) Following Planning Commission approval of the Revised 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.
5) The developer shall be aware that Street Lights shall be required to be installed in conjunction
with the construction of subdivision streets. The developer shall coordinate street light
placement and electric utility routing and equipment with the City of Dover Electric
Department.
6) Construction may have an effect on the adjacent property owners and nearby travel lanes. Any
work requiring the closing or rerouting of traffic should be coordinated as to offer the least
amount of inconvenience.
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 addresses for the new buildings proposed on the property will need to be confirmed with
the City’s Tax Assessment Office. Each apartment building will be addressed.
9) The applicant/developer shall be aware that prior to any ground disturbing activities on the site
the appropriate site inspections and permits are required.
10) Prior to initiation of construction activities at the site other agencies may require notification.
The applicant is advised that the project will require a City of Dover Pre-Construction meeting
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in order to coordinate the project and due to the project scope, which includes infrastructure to
be dedicated to public use.
11) The applicant shall be aware that Final Subdivision Plan approval does not represent 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
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 29, 2023
APPLICATION: Revised Stonebrook East: Planned Neighborhood Design
at McKee Road and W. Denneys Road
FILE #: SB-23-03
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 EMAIL: 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 person occupying a residence or duplex and every owner of an apartment 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.
2. Please provide the solid waste collection strategy for these lots, depending on the answer, additional requirements may be
required.
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 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.
3. Submerged pipe inlets to ponds may only be permitted if they are so designed that the permanent pool elevation of the storm
water management area doesn’t surcharge back into the City of Dover’s storm drain structures and system.
4. The City of Dover Department of Public Works specifications require all culverts to be designed for the 25-year storm frequency
and all storm sewers to be designed for the 10-year storm frequency. The Manning’s equation shall be utilized in design as
applicable. Storm sewers are required to provide a minimum full flow velocity of 2 fps. Provide the calculations for each
proposed pipe segment that, at a minimum, include: upstream and downstream inverts, upstream and downstream ground
elevations, and ground cover provided; pipe slope, length, material, n value, and diameter; design flow, depth and velocity; and
full flow and velocity.
5. The City of Dover Department of Public Works specifications require that all inlets (catch basins) be designed for the 10-year
storm frequency (25-year storm frequency for sump conditions) and that the spread of water shall not exceed eight feet (8’)
from the flow line of the curb. The design must also meet the requirement that the hydraulic grade line may be no higher than
one foot (1’) below the top of the inlet. Provide the calculations for each proposed catch basin utilizing flows determined by
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each catch basin’s contributory drainage area, for the appropriate storm frequency. Spread, depth of flow and hydraulic grade
line data for each inlet must also be included. Any carryover should also be noted and included at appropriate downstream
catch basins as applicable.
6. Provide all stormwater management calculations and erosion and sedimentation control plan as required by Article 5, Section
11.2 and 11.2 of the City of Dover Zoning Ordinance. Ensure that individual lot grading, house locations with finished floor
elevations, and driveway locations and grades are provided on the plans in order to verify the adequacy of the design. The
provided information should also show adequate conveyance of runoff from each lot.
7. Please indicate if you would like the stormwater infrastructure privately owned on the parcels that are proposing apartment
buildings.
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.
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.
3. Please add the following notes to the plans:
a. Standard City of Dover sidewalk, as per chapter 98, article IV of the Dover Code of Ordinances, shall be required to be
installed along the entire public street frontage of a property. Where frontage sidewalk exists but does not meet the
standards of chapter 98, article IV, the sidewalk shall be re-laid to meet the standards. Sidewalk shall include barrier-free
access ramping at points of intersection with street crossings and at other locations so as to afford reasonable barrier-free
pedestrian movement and site access.
b. In accordance to Appendix A, Article VI, Section B.3, all sidewalks shall ascend from the curbstone to the building line at the
ratio of one-quarter of an inch to the foot. Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect any pavement previously laid
by order of the city council, until it is taken up and relaid.
4. It shall be unlawful for any person to alter the curb of any street so as to create a curb depression for the purpose of permitting
vehicles to enter onto or exit from the city streets, without a permit issued by the city manager.
5. When determined to be necessary, dead-end streets, designated to be so permanently, shall not be longer than 400 feet and
shall be provided at the closed end cul-de-sac with a turnaround having an outside roadway diameter of 80 feet and a street
right-of-way diameter of 100 feet. In no instance shall more than 20 percent of the lots in a proposed development front on the
turnaround section of a cul-de-sac.
6. Streets shall be laid out so as to intersect as nearly as possible at right angles. The inner right-of-way line of a street intersecting
another street at an angle of less than 90 degrees shall be tangent to and follow a curve with a minimum radius of 150 feet
centered on the nearest right-of-way line and shall be parallel to said inner right-of-way line.
7. Street right-of-way lines deflecting from each other at any point shall be connected with a curve, the radius of which, for the
centerline of the right-of-way, shall not be less than 500 feet on arterial streets, 300 feet on collector streets and 150 feet on
minor streets. The outer and inner right-of-way line shall be parallel to said center right-of-way line.
8. Street rights-of-way lines at intersections shall be connected with a curve, the radius of which shall be at least 25 feet. The
required radius may be increased by the city engineer if the increased radius is necessary for public safety.
9. Street grades shall not exceed five percent.
10. Street grades shall not be less than one-half percent wherever feasible.
11. Please provide a sign plan for review and approval.
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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.
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 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. All water mains within the proposed subdivision must be looped. No dead end mains are permitted. The utility plan must
incorporate the appropriate termination valves on the water system between construction phases.
4. The size, type, and location of all proposed and existing water lines and valves must be shown on the plan. All water mains shall
be cement lined Class 52 cement lined ductile iron pipe or DR 18 PVC pipe. Division valves must be provided every 800 feet.
5. Water service lines shall be shown for each residential lot meeting the following requirements: The water services shall be one-
inch (1”) diameter Type K copper tubing, or SDR-9, and installed five feet (5’) to the right of the sewer lateral as viewed from the
center line of the street. Curb stops shall be installed one foot (1’) outside of the right-of-way for each lot. A water meter and
meter pit must be installed on the domestic water service, in a non-traffic bearing location just downstream of the curb stop.
6. Fire hydrants shall be spaced no greater than 600 feet as measured along the curb. Fire hydrants shall be placed between the
curb and sidewalk at intersections or centered on lot lines. Fifteen feet (15’) separation must be provided between all hydrants
and hydrant valves.
7. Sizing calculations shall be provided for each apartment building, condo building or clubhouse. The City will provide the meter
size for each building based on this information.
8. Please call out that the connection to the water main shall be accomplished with a Powerseal 3490AS tapping sleeve and valve.
9. On October 24, 2022, City of Dover Council approved the new Cross Connection Control Program. This program requires certain
backflow prevention assemblies on water service connections to the city’s distribution system. Due to the height of the garden
apartments, a double check valve backflow prevention assembly will be require on each building, please note on plans.
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. Please add the following to the plans:
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a. All non-metallic water lines (mains and services) shall be installed with a tracer wire and identification tape. The wire shall
be a minimum of twelve (12) gauge blue coated solid copper wire, wrapped around the pipe, and extending up into all valve
and curb boxes. The identification tape shall be six-inches (6”) wide, laid one foot (1’) above the pipe, with the following
text: “Caution: Buried Water Line Below”.
1.) There shall be two (2) scenarios for marker balls to be installed:
a.) Scenario 1: 3M marker balls, model 1423-XR, or approved equal shall be installed at every mechanical joint on the
water main and at every service line connection to the water main and all bends on the service line.
b.) Scenario 2: 3M marker balls, model 1423-XR-ID, or approved equal shall be installed at every depression and
utility conflict. This marker ball shall be programmed to provide specific depth information of the infrastructure. A
Department of Water & Wastewater (DWW) Inspector shall be present when these marker balls are installed.
13. Please indicate if you would like the water infrastructure privately owned on the parcels that are proposing apartment buildings.
Depending on the answer, additional requirements may be required.
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. All sanitary sewer mains shall terminate at manholes between construction phases. This may require sewer lines to extend
beyond the proposed phase lines to the next manhole.
4. Minimum slope criteria shall meet Ten States Standards. Provide flow calculations to justify sizing of the sewer mains, showing
that velocity requirements are met. Waiver requests must be approved by the Department of Water & Wastewater
5. The desired location for sewer mains is under the centerline of the street. One-tenth of a foot (0.1’) drop must be provided
across all manholes. The minimum slope for eight-inch (8”) sanitary sewer pipe is 0.004 feet/feet. Minimum cover is 3.0 feet.
6. Sanitary sewer manholes shall be spaced no more than 400 feet apart.
7. The minimum size of all sanitary sewer laterals shall be six-inch (6”).
8. 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.
9. Sanitary sewer laterals shall be shown for each residential lot meeting the following requirements: The sewer laterals shall be
six-inch (6”) diameter schedule 35 PVC and, where practicable, installed to the center of each lot. Sewer laterals shall be
connected directly to the main, not manholes, unless impracticable. Sewer laterals are to be installed one foot (1’) beyond the
right-of-way line at a typical depth of three feet (3’), preferably not exceeding five feet (5’). Cleanouts shall be installed one foot
(1’) outside of the right-of-way for each lot.
10. Please confirm that your intention is to have all the wastewater infrastructure privately owned.
11. Sizing calculations shall be provided for each apartment building, condo building or clubhouse.
12. Please indicate if you would like the wastewater infrastructure privately owned on the parcels that are proposing apartment
buildings.
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13. The downstream pump station must be evaluated by the developer / engineer to verify it can handle the additional effluent
flow.
GENERAL
1. Add the following note to the plans, “A seven and one half feet (7.5’) wide easement is retained along all side and rear lot lines,
to be unoccupied by building, for utilities, drainage and sanitary sewer purposes. Except where lots are divided for any reason
whatsoever, said easements shall fall along the actual side and rear lot lines as conveyed. A fifteen feet (15’) wide utility
easement is retained along all rear lines of lots abutting the project boundary and other open spaces.” A ten feet (10’) wide
utility easement is required along all front yard lot lines for utility installation. When a water, sewer, or storm sewer main is not
located in the right of way, it shall be located within five feet (5’) of the center of a twenty feet (20’) wide utility easement.
2. The final site plan must be submitted in the following compatible digital formats:
a. AutoCAD 2018 (.dwg format).
b. Adobe Reader (.pdf format).
3. 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.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
WATER
1. The City of Dover has engaged in preliminary conversations with a previous owner of this project to purchase an easement just
north of Rochester Drive in this development. The purpose of this easement is to site an elevated water storage tower. The City
would like to have this option in the future. The water main that is traveling down Millais Drive and eventually connecting to the
main at Grinding Wheel Drive will need to be upgraded to a twelve-inch (12”) Class 52 cement lined ductile iron pipe or DR 18
PVC pipe. The City will be willing to pay the cost differential between the proposed water main size (eight inches (8”)) and the
twelve-inch (12”) requested for this portion of infrastructure.
2. Please depict the future location of this water tower on the plans so no other amenities (trees, playground, etc) is installed in the
area.
SANITATION / STORMWATER / STREETS / 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 three (3) times per year during system wide flushing operations. The applicant
must call the Department of Public Works directly to schedule these tests. This applies to both existing hydrants as well as
those proposed for the site.
4. Impact fees will be required for each residence that is constructed.
WASTEWATER
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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. Profiles of the sanitary sewer main must be provided with the construction plans. All water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer
crossings must be shown on the profiles.
4. The existing manhole must be core drilled and an approved (by our office) pipe to manhole connector must be used to construct
the connection for installation of the sewer main. The existing manhole flow channel must be reconstructed accordingly.
5. Impact fees will be required for each residence that is constructed.
GENERAL
1. Provide a materials listing table for proposed water mains and services, proposed sanitary sewer mains and services. A table
listing all infrastructure elements to be dedicated to the City of Dover must also be provided on the plans.
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. 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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CITY OF DOVER ELECTRIC
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: NOV 29, 2023
APPLICATION: Revised Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design at
McKee Road and W. Denneys Road
FILE #: SB-23-03
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric Department
CONTACT PERSON: Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Operations Superintendent
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-674-7568
CONTACT EMAIL #: sburgett@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.
12. Must maintain 10' clearance around all electrical equipment, unless pre-approved by the City of Dover Electric
Engineering Department.
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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 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.
Fillable load sheets are available on the website 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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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
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D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 11/29/23 Revised 12/6/2023 D S
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APPLICATION: Revised Stonebrook East Planned Neighborhood Design at McKee Rd and
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W Denneys Rd
FILE #: SB-23-03 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
josika@dover.de.us
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 residential (townhouses and apartments) and assembly
(clubhouse) and storage 9garages)
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 100% for apartments, 50% for storage (garages) 25% if sprinklered and
N/A for townhouses and assembly and clearly shown on the plans.
Perimeter Access minimum width shall be10 feet for one-story buildings and 15 feet for buildings
of two or more stories, 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)
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Where parking is located between the building and perimeter access area, parking shall not be
located closer than 10 feet to the exterior wall for one-story buildings and 15 feet to the exterior
wall for building of two or more stories.
5. Fire lanes shall cover 75% for apartments and 50% for assembly (clubhouse) 25% if sprinklered)
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.
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)
Where parking is located between the building and the perimeter access area, parking shall not
be located closer than 10 feet to the exterior wall for one-story buildings and 15 feet to the
exterior wall for building of two or more stories. 2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention
Regulations, 705, Chapter 5, 3.5.2
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)
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11. Emergency access to rear building areas compliant with City of Dover Code (Appendix B-
Zoning, Article 5- Supplementary Regulations, Section 17);
all four stories and greater buildings require 24ft fire lane at the rear.
All two to three story apartment structures require an 18ft Secondary Fire Lane at the rear.
All townhouses (3-8 units with no fire protection) require a 16ft alley or 18ft secondary fire lane
at the rear.
12. Multiple Access Roads shall be provided when a fire department access road (fire lane) is
determined by the Fire Marshal to be impaired by vehicle congestion, condition of terrain,
climatic conditions, or other factors that could limit access such as placement of fire hose from
fire equipment.
13. Street width shall be in accordance with City of Dover Code of Ordinances, Appendix A, Article
VII, Section A. 13,
Residential areas
24 feet wide with no parking,
30 feet wide with parking on one side, or
36 feet wide with parking on both sides
Commercial areas
26 feet wide with no parking,
32 feet wide with parking on one side, or
38 feet wide with parking on both sides
Alley
12 feet wide
14. Any dead-end road more than 300 feet in length shall be provided with a turnaround or cul-de-
sac as outlined in the 2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, chapter 5, 2.3.
15. Speed Reduction Devices must be approved, please see City of Dover Ordinance Chapter 98-10 in
reference to this process.
16. Gated Areas: Fire Department access shall be provided to the property through the use of a
system or device approved by the Fire Marshal. The system or device required shall be located in
an area accessible to the fire department and approved by the Fire Marshal. All gates shall be
either automatic or manual.
An automated system shall consist of one manual and one automated means to open the gate.
The owner or their representative shall meet with the Fire Marshal prior to submission to agree
on the system. A letter of agreement shall be created and signed by both parties. The letter shall
include a detailed description of both the manual and automated means.
A manual gate shall consist of one manual means to open the gate. The owner or their
representative shall meet with the Fire Marshal prior to submission to agree on the means to
open. A letter of agreement shall be created and signed by both parties. The letter shall include a
detailed description of the manual means to open.
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To be considered accessible for fire department apparatus the actual clear openings shall be not
less than 14 feet, the paved surface through the gate shall be not less than 12 feet, and the gate
shall be setback from the perpendicular street by at least 50 feet.
Please contact this office to discuss options available to comply with this requirement.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 5, 2.6)
17. Fire hydrants shall be installed per the requirements of City of Dover Public Utilities
Water/Wastewater Handbook, NFPA requirements, and Delaware State Fire Prevention
Regulations. City Ordinance Sec 46-9 (f).
5.1.1 Hydrant spacing as shown in the Fire Flow Tables shall be used as a general rule. Hydrants
shall be located at the direction of the State Fire Marshal so as to minimize friction in fire hose.
All hydrant spacing shall be located along available roads or at the direction of the State Fire
Marshal. This measurement shall be calculated by way of accessible thoroughfare(s) from the
building to be protected to the hydrant and may not necessarily be a radius. 5.1.3 Additional
hydrants shall be provided when the State Fire Marshal deems it necessary based on the
configuration of the site, building(s), exposures, construction, occupancy, and/or specific
hazard(s).
Fire Flow table 2, hydrant spacing shall be 800 feet on center for one and two family detached
dwellings, other residential, rowhouses and townhouses, assembly, health care, business,
education, storage, industrial, mercantile, and mini storage. (702, Chapter 6)
NFPA 1
18.5.2 detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be provided for detached one-
and two-family dwellings in accordance with both of the following: 1. the maximum distance to a
fire hydrant from the closest point on the building shall not exceed 600 feet 2. the maximum
distance between fire hydrants shall not exceed 800 feet.
18.5.3 buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings, fire hydrants shall be
provided for buildings other than detached one- and two-family dwellings in accordance with
both of the following 1. The maximum distance to a fire hydrant from the closet point on the
building shall not exceed 400 feet 2. The maximum distance between fire hydrants shall not
exceed 500 feet
18. 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.
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19. 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.
20. Hydrants are to be Darling Co. B-62-B Breakaway https://american-usa.com/products/valves-
and-hydrants/fire-hydrants/5-1-4-american-darling-b-62-b-5
21. Apartments required clubhouse TBD, 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 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)
22. Apartments required, clubhouse TBD, 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.
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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.
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)
23. 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-
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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)
24. 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)
25. Fire Department Connection to be located within 300 feet of fire hydrant, measured as hose
would come off the fire equipment.
26. All standpipe and sprinkler connections shall be marked as prescribed within the appropriate
section of this regulation and as illustrated by the appropriate figures of this regulation. All
standpipe and sprinkler connections shall have minimum of four inch (4") solid yellow
demarcation lines to define specific areas, Solid yellow demarcation lines shall be measured from
the center line of the connection and extend for a distance of four feet (4') on both sides, and
where parking is allow between the building and the street or fire lane the solid yellow
demarcation lines shall extend from the end of the sidewalk surface to the street or fire lane
(Markings shall not be required on the sidewalk surface). All fire department connections
(standpipe and sprinkler) shall have a minimum 12" x 18" sign that reads FIRE DEPT.
CONNECTION, sign lettering shall be a minimum of 3 inches (3") in height with red scotchlite
letters on white scotchlite background. The sign shall be clearly visible from the fire lane or
roadway, and signs using NFPA international symbols shall be an acceptable alternative. (2021
Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, 705, Chapter 6, 3)
27. Apartments required, Standpipes shall be provided in all areas and buildings as required in the
codes and standards listed in Regulation 701 as well as the following areas or buildings:
In all Class A and Class B places of assembly and institutional occupancies two (2) stories or 25
feet in height or over,
In any building over three (3) stories, In any building over 35 feet in height,
In any building that has a floor above the first floor over 10,000 square feet gross floor area,
In all buildings where the 1st floor exceeds 60,000 gross square feet,
a Class I horizontal standpipe system installed in accordance with the applicable codes and
standards listed in Regulation 701 of these Regulations shall be provided. All standpipe systems
shall be installed in accordance with the applicable codes and standards listed in Regulation 701.
The standpipe system shall be carried up with each floor and shall be installed and ready for use
as each floor progresses.
Standpipes shall not be more than one floor below the highest forms of staging,
The 2½-inch of hose connections on Class I systems shall be provided in the following locations,
At the highest intermediate landing between floor levels in every required exit stairway,
Where intermediate landing is not provided, hose connections shall be permitted to be located at
the main floor landings in exit stairways when approved by the authority having jurisdiction,
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Where the local fire department has the capability of providing the required pressure,
hydraulically designed standpipe systems in fully sprinklered, non-high-rise buildings shall be
designed to provide the required waterflow rate.
A sign shall be provided at each landing, in all interior stairways, designating the floor level.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 702, Chapter 4, 2)
28. 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)
29. 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,
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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)
30. 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)
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
31. 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
32. All new passenger elevators in a building shall be provided with a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches (609 mm) by 84 inches (2133 mm) in its horizontal open position.
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Where two or more new passenger elevators are located in a single hoist way and serve all or the
same portion of the building, only one elevator car that provides a car sized to accommodate an
ambulance cot 24 inches by 84 inches in its horizontal position for each hoist way shall be
required. Elevator cars required to comply with 15.1 or 15.2 shall be identified by the international
symbol for emergency medical services (star of life). The symbol shall be not less than 3 inches
(76 mm) in height and shall be placed inside on both sides of the hoist way door frame.
Firefighter recall keys shall be provided in a manner acceptable to the local fire department.
(2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 705, Chapter 1, 15)
33. Buildings over 25,000 Sq. Ft are to have radio performance testing done prior to Final CO. This
must be scheduled in advance with an authorized vendor.
34. Project to be completed per approved Site Plan.
35. Full building and fire plan review is required.
36. 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.
37. Construction or renovations cannot be started until building plans are approved.
38. 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.
39. Building cannot be occupied by the public until a Certificate of Occupancy is obtained.
40. The following is City Ordinance, Appendix B-Zoning, Article 8 Enforcement and Penalties:
Section 1. - Building permits.
No building or structure in any district shall be erected or structurally altered without a building permit
duly issued upon application to the building inspector. No building permit shall be issued unless the
proposed construction or use is in full conformity with all the provisions of this ordinance. Any building
permit issued in violation of the provisions of this ordinance shall be null and void and of no effect,
without the necessity for any proceedings for revocations or nullification thereof, and any work
undertaken or use established pursuant to any such permit shall be unlawful (see section 4 for
penalties).
1.1 No building permit shall be issued for the construction or alteration of any building upon a lot
without frontage upon, or legal permanent access to, a public street improved to the satisfaction of the
planning commission, or without access to a public sewer.
1.2 No building permit shall be issued for any building where the site development plan of such
building is subject to approval by the planning commission, except upon approval of such plans
approved by the said commission.
1.21 No building permit shall be issued for any building in a subdivision unless the subdivision plot has
been approved by the planning commission.
1.3 No building permit shall be issued for a building to be used for any conditional use in any zone
where such use is allowed only with approval of the planning commission, unless and until such
approval has been duly granted by the said commission.
(Ord. of 7-12-1993, § 3)
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ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
1. Additional information is needed regarding the assembly (clubhouse) to determine all
requirements.
2. Please confirm that there is 15’ between the building and parking as outlined in item # 6
listed above. (Revised Comment 12/6/2023)
3. Apartment D needs rear access as outlined in item # 11 listed above.
4. Fire hydrants need to be shown and follow item # 15 listed above.
5. Signage plan S-5 list one way, is this taking place?
6. Please ensure that the landscape plan does not interfere with the Fire Lanes and/or
Perimeter Access
7. Fire Marshal Plan data item # 12 states proposed buildings to have sprinklers. Are the
townhouses being sprinklered as well?
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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DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY D
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T
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APPLICATION: StoneBrook East
FILE#: SB-23-03 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Michael Vandevander PHONE#: 302-760-2141
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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. The developer will need a coordination/pre-submittal meeting to discuss the development
with DelDOT. The Developer will be required to submit revised entrance plans meeting
current specifications for approval.
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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
DECEMBER 2023
APPLICATION: Stonebrook East: PND at McKee Road and W. Denny’s Road
FILE #: SB-23-03
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
A sediment and stormwater plan approved to comply with previous regulations where construction has not
commenced by December 31, 2019 shall expire and a new plan in compliance with the regulations shall be
submitted to the Kent Conservation District for review and approval before commencement of construction
[DSSR §1.3.2.1].
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1) A pre-application meeting is required.
2) An approved detailed sediment and stormwater management plan is required prior to any disturbance
taking place. Please submit a detailed plan application, review fee, completed checklist, stormwater
report, and plan set to Kent Conservation District for review and approval.
3) The following notes must appear on the record plan:
a) The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to enter private property for purposes of periodic
site inspection.
b) The Kent Conservation District reserves the right to add, modify, or delete any erosion or sediment
control measure, as it deems necessary.
c) A clear statement of defined maintenance responsibility for stormwater management facilities must
be provided on the Record Plan.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
1. Most current detailed plan review fee schedule, application, and checklist can be found at
www.kentcd.org/services/sediment-stormwater/design-permitting
2. Adequate stormwater drainage conveyance must be provided in alley ways.
3. A letter of no objection will be provided upon the approval of the detailed sediment and stormwater
management plan.
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CITY OF DOVER Dover/Kent
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
County
Metropolitan
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY Planning
D.A.C. MEETING DATE: Organization
APPLICATION: SB-23-03 Revised Stonebrook East PND
FILE # SB-23-03 REVIEWING AGENCY: Dover/Kent County MPO
CONTACT PERSON: Malcolm Jacob PHONE #: (302) 387-6030
Issues of concern to the MPO are effective transit, reducing the amount of vehicle emissions by shortening or
eliminating trips, and facilities for alternative modes of transportation, including bicycle and pedestrian access. The
MPO considers the bicycle facilities required by the City of Dover to be the standard for all applications, not to be
waived.
City of Dover Planning Commission
Project Review
SB-23-03 Revised Stonebrook East PND
1) Plan appears to provide very good pedestrian accommodation and circulation with Barrier-free
ADA compliant access ramping at all Sidewalk/Vehicular Drive intersections and marked
crosswalks. The Plan does not include curb ramping for the Frontage Pedestrian Facility at the
intersection of Denny and McKee Roads. Will this ramping be added?
2) The Plan includes a Standard Five (5) Bicycle Rack Detail, but does not indicate proposed
locations for installation. It is recommended that a Bike Rack be installed adjacent to the
Community Building and/or Gazebo along with additional installations located to support each
Apartment Building.
3) Consideration should be given for designation/installation of locations for school bus stop and
installation of a central transit shelter within the community.
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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Duffield Associates, LLC
5400 LimestoneItem
Road
6.
Wilmington, DE 19808
Phone: 302.239.6634
Fax: 302.239.8485
duffnet.com
November 3, 2023
Via Hand Delivery
Ms. Dawn E. Melson-Williams, AICP
Principal Planner
City of Dover
15 Loockerman Plaza
Dover, DE 19901
RE: Project No. 13053.CA (Duffield)
Site Development Plan – Stonebrook East
Tax Parcel No. ED05-057.03-01-01.00 to 92.00
Dover, Kent County, DE
Dear Ms. Melson-Williams:
Duffield Associates, LLC (Duffield) is pleased to submit our Site Development Plan for Stonebrook East.
The project site is located at the northeast intersection of McKee Road and West Denneys Road, in the City
of Dover, Kent County, Delaware. The site is comprised of Tax Parcel Nos. ED05-057.03-01-01.00 to
92.00 consisting of approximately 45.75 acres and is currently zoned RM-1 (Medium density residence
zone).
The site is situated on existing farm field, adjacent to other residential subdivisions along West Denneys
Road. This site was previously approved in 2010 for 87 townhomes and 168 garden apartments. This
revised project is proposing to develop 103 townhouses and 138 garden apartments. The site will be
following the Planned Neighborhood Design option (PND) as listed in the City of Dover’s Zoning Code.
This will require a conditional use approval from the planning commission.
This project previously was reviewed by the Planning Commission as application SB-21-05 and was
previously approved with applications C-07-01 and SB-7-07.
The following waivers are being requested, consistent with the previous application (SB-21-05).
1. To permit 4 story garden apartments (2 stories allowed).
2. To permit 48-foot building height of garden apartments (35 feet allowed).
3. To permit an average 35 dwelling units per building of garden apartments (maximum average of
24 dwelling units per building allowed).
The project is also requesting an alternative design standard for Planned Neighborhood Design. The lot
configurations for the townhomes have been proposed so that the minimum lot width has been reduced
from 22 feet to 20 feet. These changes increase the previously requested minimum lot area; therefore, the
alternative design standard that is being requested at this time is to permit a minimum lot width of 20 feet
(22 feet required by Code).
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Ms. Dawn E Melson-Williams, AICP
Project No. 13053CA (Duffield)
Stonebrook East
November 3, 2023
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Coordination with DelDOT is ongoing. An Area Wide Study Fee in lieu of a Traffic Impact Study was
approved by both the City and DelDOT. Entrance Plans for West Denny’s Road are currently in review
with DelDOT. The McKee Road Entrance will be submitted to DelDOT in the coming months, as well as
the required pedestrian and signal improvements at the McKee Road and West Denny’s Road intersection.
Architectural elevations and renderings have been provided. A meeting was previously held with Kent
Conservation District regarding stormwater management. Another meeting will be held prior to submission
of the Sediment & Stormwater Management Plans.
Please do not hesitate to contact us, if you have any questions or comments with regard to the above items.
We appreciate your review of this project.
Very truly yours,
DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES, LLC
K. James Taylor, Jr., P.E.
Senior Project Manager
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OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND,
WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES Soil, Water & the Environment
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLAN 5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
SITE
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
NORTH STONEBROOK EAST NORTH
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
TEL. 302.239.6634
SITE
PLANNED NEIGHBORHOOD DESIGN
LEGEND
FAX 302.239.8485
RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE
PROPERTY LINE EE
CK
LG-Index-13053CA
ADJACENT PROPERTY LINE
P.E. #21140
M
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
GOVERNMENTAL BOUNDARY LINE
CHECKED BY:
M AD
EE BENCHMARK RO
FILE NAME:
CK CONCRETE MONUMENT FOUND
AD CAPPED REBAR FOUND AD
RO IRON PIPE FOUND RO
AD S
EY
KJT
EASEMENT LINE
RO N N
YS SIGNS
DE
STATE: DELAWARE
E
NN RB
A ON-SITE CURB W
DE
DESIGNED BY:
W RBA ON-SITE CONCRETE
RBA
DRAWN BY: AR/DPM/MH
LOD RB
A ON-SITE STRIPING
RB
A
RB
A OFF-SITE CURB
RBA LOD RBA
LOD LOD RBA LOD LO FIRE HYDRANT
LOD LOD LOD RBA LOD D
LO LOD RBA PR. RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE AR
LOCATION MAP SCALE: 1" = 400'
LOD
LOD
D
LO
GARAGE A GARAGE B RBA PR. PROPERTY LINE
PR. EASEMENT LINE
LOCATION MAP SCALE: 1" = 800'
LOD
CHK'D BY
D
LOD PR. BUILDINGS SITE DATA:
GENERAL NOTES: PE LOD LOD 1. APPLICATION NUMBER: DATE
LO APARTMENT B PR. ON-SITE CURB
D RBA 2. TAX PARCEL NOS: ED05-057.03-01-01.00 TO ED05-057.03-01-91.00
1. THE PURPOSE OF THIS PLAN IS TO CONSTRUCT 103 TOWNHOMES AND 138 GARDEN APARTMENTS, 4-STORY / 35 UNIT
3. SOURCE OF TITLE: D 6444 0344 D 4975 0133 D 4975 0123
TOWNHOUSES
APARTMENT A
LOD LOD
10,130 SF (40,520 GFA) PR. ON-SITE CONCRETE
SUBDIVISION STREETS, CONDOMINIUM APARTMENT PARKING WITH ASSOCIATED DRIVE ISLES, AND A
TOWNHOUSES
4-STORY / 35 UNIT F.F.EL.= 36.00 4. LEGAL OWNER: HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES
PRELIMINARY
LOD
CLUBHOUSE WITH COMMUNAL RECREATION AREA. 10,130 SF (40,520
PE GFA) 1100 LAGRANGE PARKWAY
LOD
2. ALL CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY LAWS AND F.F.EL. = 36.00 PR. STORAGE BLDG. / GARAGE
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
NEWARK, DE 19702
RBA
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
THE CITY OF DOVER ROAD CODE AND STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS, MOST CURRENT EDITION. PR. ON-SITE STRIPING 5. DEVELOPER: HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES
LOD LOD
3. EXISTING UTILITIES ARE SHOWN FOR THE CONVENIENCE OF THE CONTRACTOR, BUT THE FIRE HYDRANT 1100 LAGRANGE PARKWAY
COMPLETENESS OF ACCURACY OF THE SAME IS NOT GUARANTEED. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PE NEWARK, DE 19702
NOT FOR
LOD WETLANDS
REVISION
DETERMINE THE LOCATION AND ELEVATION OF EXISTING UTILITIES AT HIS OWN EXPENSE. THE LOD 6. PROPERTY USE: EXISTING: AGRICULTURE
CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DAMAGES AND REPAIRS TO EXISTING UTILITIES PROPOSED: RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION
DURING CONSTRUCTION. RBA 7. ZONING: RM-1 PND (PLANNED NEIGHBORHOOD DESIGN)
TO
LOD
LOD 3 ST WNHO TO TO
(MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENCE ZONE)
4. THE EXISTING UTILITIES SHOWN WERE TAKEN FROM THE BEST AVAILABLE RECORDS. THE PE
ORY USE 3 ST WNHO 3 ST WNHO LOD
8. SITE ACREAGE: EXISTING: 45.8239± AC
APARTMENT C
CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT MISS UTILITY OF DELMARVA (1-800-282-8555) TO VERIFY THEIR EXACT
/5U S
GARAGE C
ORY USE LOD
ORY USE PROPOSED: 45.8239± AC
/5U S
LOCATION PRIOR TO THE START OF ANY CONSTRUCTION. ANY DAMAGE INCURRED TO ANY UTILITIES NIT /5U S
A
4-STORY / 34 UNITS
S RB 9. NUMBER OF LOTS: EXISTING: 91 PROPOSED: 107
SHALL BE REPAIRED IMMEDIATELY AT THE CONTRACTORS' EXPENSE. IF THE CONTRACTOR RELIES ON NIT NIT
LOD S S 10. DATUM: HORIZONTAL: NAD 83 DE STATE PLANE
LOD
THE UTILITY LOCATIONS SHOWN HEREON, HE DOES SO AT HIS OWN RISK AND WILL NOT BE ENTITLED
PE
10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
TO ADDITIONAL COMPENSATION DUE TO THE DELAYS FROM SAID RELIANCE. VERTICAL: NAVD 88
LOD LOD 11. BENCHMARKS: MAG NAIL SET #3 MAG NAIL SET #5
5. INTERIOR ROADS WILL BE DEDICATED TO THE CIT OF DOVER. PARKING AND OTHER PAVED AREAS WILL
TOWN TO F.F.EL.= 36.00 RB NORTHING 434144.60'± NORTHING 434084.59'±
3 STO HOUSES 3 ST WNHO
BE PRIVATELY OWNED AND MAINTAINED AND ARE NOT INTENDED FOR DEDICATION. x A
HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No.
TO
x EASTING 612065.32'± EASTING 612691.58'± - -
LOD
3 ST WNHO
COMMUNITY
ORY USE
GARDEN
LOD
LOD PE RY / 4
6. DELAWARE REGULATIONS PROHIBIT THE BURIAL OF CONSTRUCTION DEMOLITION DEBRIS, INCLUDING RBA ELEVATION 34.63' ELEVATION 33.18'
/4U S
RBA
TREES AND STUMPS ON CONSTRUCTION SITES. ANY SOLID WASTES FOUND DURING EXCAVATION UNITS ORY USE x 12. DISTRICT BULK STANDARDS:
OWNER/
NIT
/5U S
LO
MUST BE REMOVED AND PROPERLY DISPOSED. LOD GARAGE C
TOWNHOUSES REQUIRED PROPOSED
S
D
NIT MIN AVERAGE LOT AREA 2,200 SF 3,023 SF
7. ALL HANDICAPPED PARKING DEMARCATION, STALLS AND BUILDINGS ACCESSIBLE ROUTES SHALL S
LOD LOD LOD MIN LOT AREA 2,000 SF 1,870 SF
D RB
COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT AND ANSI A117.1-1998 ACCESSIBLE AND USABLE PE LO
LOD
GARAGE D GARAGE D A
MIN LOT DEPTH 80 FT 93.4 FT
NEWARK, DE 19702
BUILDINGS AND FACILITIES.
BASKETBALL
MIN LOT WIDTH 22 FT 20 FT
8. THIS DRAWING DOES NOT INCLUDE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. ALL LO
MIN STREET SETBACK 20 FT 20 FT
COURT AP D
CONSTRUCTION MUST BE DONE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT LOD LOD LOD PROPOSED AR
RB MIN PROPERTY LINE SETBACK 10 FT 10 FT
CLUBHOUSE TM
OF 1970 AND ALL RULES AND REGULATIONS THERETO APPURTENANT. PE EN A
TOWNHOUSES
2,500 SF 10
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY
TOT ,13 T MIN BUILDING SPACING 30 FT 20 FT
LOD 0 S UN D 4-
TOWNHOUSES TOWNHOUSES
9. BEFORE THE CONTRACTOR CAN BEGIN CONSTRUCTION, HE MUST OBTAIN THE PROPER PERMITS LOT F. F ITS ST MAX BUILDING HEIGHT 35 FT 35 FT
F. (4 OR
AND/OR APPROVALS FROM THE CITY OF DOVER, KENT CONSERVATION (KCD), DELAWARE DEPARTMENT x POOL x EL 0,
= 520 Y MAX NO. STORIES 3 2-3
LOD
36 /3
RB
3 STORY / 6 UNITS
OF TRANSPORTATION (DELDOT), AND APPROPRIATE STATE AND COUNTY AGENCIES. .00 GF 4
MAX IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE 75% 51.25%
LOD
A) A
x
3 STORY / 5 UNITS 3 STORY / 5 UNITS
10. ALL CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND MATERIALS SHALL BE ACCORDING TO THE CITY OF DOVER AND THE PE MAX AVERAGE NO. DWELLINGS 8 6
LO
UNITS PER BUILDING
LOD
STATE OF DELAWARE STANDARDS AND CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS. D
GARDEN APARTMENTS REQUIRED PROPOSED
11. ALL FIRE LANES, FIRE HYDRANTS, AND FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS SHALL BE MARKED IN RB MIN STREET SETBACK 50 FT 50 FT
ACCORDANCE WITH THE STATE FIRE PREVENTION REGULATIONS. LOD
D A
LOD LO MIN PROPERTY LINE SETBACK 50 FT 50 FT
12. ALL WORK WITHIN STATE MAINTAINED ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAYS SHALL MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AS SET PE LOD
TOWNHOUSES
MIN BUILDING SPACING 50 FT 50 FT
TOWNHOUSES
FORTH IN THE CURRENT REVISION OF THE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE ROAD AND BRIDGE LOD
LOD
MAX BUILDING HEIGHT 35 FT 48 FT
CONSTRUCTION, BY THE DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DELDOT). LOD LOD LOD USE
S
RB MAX NO. STORIES 2 4
LOD
NHO UNITS
LOD
O W 7 GAZEBO A
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
LOD
T / MAX IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE 60% 57.79%
13. TRAFFIC AND SAFETY CONTROL SHALL BE MAINTAINED DURING CONSTRUCTION IN CONFORMANCE ORY
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
PE 3 ST
LOD LOD
TOWNHOUSES MAX AVERAGE NO. DWELLINGS 24 35
WITH THE CURRENT VERSION OF THE DELAWARE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES 3 STORY / 7 UNITS
FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS. UNITS PER BUILDING
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
LOD
RB
14. ALL PROPOSED SIGNAGE (PYLON SIGNS, MONUMENT SIGNS) IS SUBJECT TO A SEPARATE CITY OF A MAX GROSS RESIDENTIAL DENSITY = 6 DWELLINGS PER ACRE
PROVIDED = 5 DWELLINGS PER ACRE
DOVER PERMIT. LOD
PE LOD 13. SITE COVERAGE:
TOWNHOUSES TOWNHOUSES
15. STORMWATER MANAGEMENT SEDIMENT/EROSION CONTROL SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE LOD LOD S
LOD
USE TS EXISTING BUILDINGS 0± SF [0± AC] (0.00%)
CURRENT DELAWARE SEDIMENT AND STORMWATER REGULATIONS BY THE DELAWARE DEPARTMENT NHO NI SWM FACILITY #1
TOW Y / 6 U OTHER IMPERVIOUS 0± SF [0± AC] (0.00%)
OR
OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL (DNREC). LOD 3 ST 49,247 SF (1.13± AC)
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
WOODLAND 788,978± SF [18.1124± AC] (39.52%)
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
STONEBROOK EAST
LOD
16. CONTRACTOR SHALL REFER TO ARCHITECTURAL/STRUCTURAL DRAWINGS OF PROPOSED BUILDING TOWNHOUSES WETLAND 640,385 ± SF [14.7012± AC]
PE
TOWNHOUSES LOD
LOD
3 STORY / 4 UNITS
FOOTPRINTS. THE PROPOSED BUILDING FOOTPRINTS, AS SHOWN ON SITE PLAN, SHOULD ONLY BE D 3 STORY / 5 UNITS LOD OPEN SPACE 1,207,110 ± SF [27,7114± AC] (60.47%)
USED AS A REFERENCE TO THE ABOVE MENTIONED PLANS.
LO LOD
LOD LOD LOD TOTAL 1,996,088 ± SF [45.8239± AC] (100.00%)
LOD LOD
LOD
17. WATER SUPPLY AND SANITARY SEWER LINES PROPOSED BY THIS PLAN ARE PRIVATE AND SHALL BE
MAINTAINED BY THE OWNER. STORM DRAINS WITHIN THE R-O-W WILL BE DEDICATED TO THE CITY OF LOD PROPOSED
LOD LOD PE LOD BUILDINGS 97,770 ± SF [2.2445± AC] (4.90%)
DOVER.
INDEX SHEET
LOD PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE OTHER IMPERVIOUS 416,344 ± SF [9.5579± AC] (20.86%
18. THE SITE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES CONSTRUCTION PE
PE OPEN SPACE 728,012± SF [16.7129± AC] (36.47%)
MANAGER AT 302-736-7070 PRIOR TO THE START OF CONSTRUCTION. A REPRESENTATIVE FROM THE LO
D LOD LOD LOD LOD ACTIVE SPACE 359,026 ± SF [8.2421± AC]
CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITIES MUST OBSERVE AND APPROVE ALL CITY OWNED LOD
LOC
LOD LOD
LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LODLOD LOD LOD S.W.M. 49,247 ± SF [1.1306± AC]
WATER AND SANITARY SEWER INTERCONNECTIONS AND TESTING. ALL WATER TAPS MUST BE LOD WOODLAND 753,962 ± SF [17.3086± AC] (37.78%)
LOD
PERFORMED BY A CITY OF DOVER APPROVED CONTRACTOR. THE PROPOSED LOCATION FOR THE LOD
LOD LOD LOD WETLAND 640,385 ± SF [14.7012± AC]
WATER CONNECTION MAY NEED TO BE ADJUSTED IN THE FIELD DUE TO CONDITIONS OF THE EXISTING LOD LOD
LOD TOTAL 1,996,088 ± SF [45.8239± AC] (100.00%)
MAIN. POSSIBLE CONDITIONS THAT WOULD REQUIRE TAPPING RELOCATION INCLUDE PROXIMITY TO
LOD
PIPE JOINTS, OTHER TAPS, CONCRETE ENCASEMENTS, CONFLICT WITH OTHER UTILITIES, AND THE LIKE. LOD
TEST HOLES MUST BE PERFORMED BY THE CONTRACTOR TO DETERMINE THE BEST TAPPING LOCATION 14. GROSS FLOOR AREA: 103 TOWNHOUSES (59,740 SF) 179,220 GFA
OR FOR ANY WORK REQUIRED BY THE CONTRACTOR TO MAKE AN APPROPRIATE AND LAWFUL APARTMENT A (10,130 SF) 40,520 GFA
CONNECTION. SHEET INDEX APARTMENT B (10,130 SF) 40,520 GFA
100' 0 100' 200' C-001 INDEX SHEET APARTMENT C (10,130 SF) 40,520GFA
19. PART II, CHAPTER 180, ARTICLE III, SECTION 180-10 OF THE CODE OF KENT COUNTY REQUIRES THAT NO C-101 EXISTING CONDITIONS / DEMOLITION PLAN APARTMENT D (10,130 SF) 40,520 GFA
PERSON SHALL DISCHARGE OR CAUSE TO BE DISCHARGED ANY STORMWATER, SURFACE WATER, C-102-103 SUBDIVISION PLAN TOTAL 100,260 SF 341,300 GFA
UNCONTAMINATED GROUNDWATER, ROOF RUNOFF, SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE, UNCONTAMINATED DRAWING SCALE 1" = 100' C-201-205 SITE PLAN CERTIFICATION OF OWNERSHIP:
NONCONTACT COOLING WATER, CONDENSATE, OR UNPOLLUTED INDUSTRIAL PROCESS WATERS TO C-301-305 UTILITY PLAN 15. PARKING REQUIREMENT: 103 TOWNHOUSES @ 2 PER HOUSE = 206 SPACES
ANY SANITARY SEWER. THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER SHALL ENSURE DURING CONSTRUCTION THAT C-306 STORM DRAIN SCHEDULES I, ZAHID ASLAM, HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM THE OWNER OF THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED AND 138 GARDEN APARTMENTS @ 2 PER APT=276 SPACES
NO ILLEGAL DISCHARGES TO THE SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM ARE CREATED WITH THE SITE C-307-311 STORM DRAIN PROFILES SHOWN ON THIS PLAN, THAT THE PLAN WAS MADE AT MY DIRECTION, AND THAT I
C-401-409 GRADING PLAN
TOTAL REQUIRED 482 SPACES
IMPROVEMENTS. ACKNOWLEDGE THE SAME TO ME BY ACT AND DESIRE THE PLAN TO BE DEVELOPED AS TOTAL PROVIDED 533 SPACES INC 18 ADA
C-500 COVERSHEET AND GENERAL NOTES
20. BOUNDARY AND TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY DATA SHOWN HERE WAS PREPARED BY TRANSITION SHOWN IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS.
C-501-505 PRE-CONSTRUCTION SITE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN
ENGINEERING SURVEYING DATED JUNE 1, 2021. C-506-510 CONSTRUCTION SITE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN 16. DUMPSTER REQUIREMENT: 48 UNITS @ 2 FOR FIRST 48 UNITS = 2 DUMPSTERS
C-511-516 CONSTRUCTION SITE DETAILS AND NOTES 90 ADDITIONAL UNITS @ 1 PER 24 UNITS = 4 DUMPSTERS
21. A PORTION OF THIS SITE IS LOCATED WITHIN FLOOD ZONE X AS DEPICTED ON FEMA MAP #10001C0154H, __________ ______ __________________________________________________
C-517-518 POST-CONSTRUCTION SITE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PLAN TOTAL REQUIRED 6 DUMPSTERS
DATED MAY 5, 2003. C-601-605 SIGNAGE & STRIPING PLAN DATE ZAHID ASLAM TOTAL PROVIDED 8 DUMPSTERS
22. A WETLAND EVALUATION WAS CONDUCTED BY DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES IN JULY 2021 AND WETLANDS C-901-905 CONSTRUCTION DETAILS HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES
WERE FOUND ON THE SITE. L-101-105 LANDSCAPE PLAN
L-106 LANDSCAPE DETAILS 17. SOURCE OF WATER: CITY OF DOVER
23. ADDRESS NUMBERS OF AT LEAST 12 INCHES IN HEIGHT MUST BE PLACED ON THE STREET SIDE OF THE LT-201-205 LIGHTING PLAN 18. SOURCE OF SEWER: CITY OF DOVER
BUILDING VISIBLE FROM THE STREET, 2 REQUIRED. CERTIFICATION OF PLAN ACCURACY:
LT-206 LIGHTING DETAILS 19. SOURCE OF ELECTRIC: CITY OF DOVER
24. ANY NATURAL OR LP GAS BOTTLES, METERS, REGULATORS, ETC. MUST HAVE IMPACT PROTECTION. ENT-001 INDEX SHEET 20. SOURCE OF GAS: CHESAPEAKE UTILITIES
ENT-101 OVERALL PLAN I, KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E., HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM A REGISTERED
21. TRASH COLLECTION: CITY OF DOVER. APARTMENT UNITS A, B, C, AND D WILL BE
25. MEDIANS LOCATED WITHIN THE STREETS ARE TO BE MAINTAINED BY THE DEVELOPER/HOME ONER'S ENT-102-103 EXISTING CONDITIONS / DEMOLITION PLAN PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE, THAT THE INFORMATION SHOWN
SERVICED BY A PRIVATE CONTRACTOR.
ASSOCIATION. ENT-201-202 SITE PLAN HERON HAS BEEN PREPARED UNDER MY SUPERVISION AND TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE
26. A TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY WAS PERFORMED BY DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES, LLC AND ITS REVIEW WAS ENT-301-302 UTILITY PLAN AND BELIEF REPRESENTS GOOD ENGINEERING PRACTICES AS REQUIRED BY THE APPLICABLE NOTE: DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
ENT-401-402 GRADING PLAN LAWS OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE. ALTERNATIVE BULK STANDARDS (CODE ARTICLE 3, SECTION 24.5 OF THE ZONING
ACCEPTED BY DELDOT ON XXX. THE IMPROVEMENT CONTAINED IN THE TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDY SHALL
BE IMPLEMENTED ACCORDING TO THE OWNER/APPLICANT PER DELDOT DISCRETION.
ENT-601-602
ENT-801
SIGNAGE & STRIPING PLAN
TYPICAL SECTIONS
ORDINANCE) WERE GRANTED ON FEBRUARY 19,2017TO THIS PROPOSED PND BY THE SCALE: 1" = 100'
__________ ______ __________________________________________________ PLANNING COMMISSION AS PART OF THE CONCEPTUAL PLAN SUBMISSION (C-01-01).
27. A SEVEN AND ONE HALF FEET (7.5') WIDE EASEMENT IS RETIANED ALONG ALL SIDE AND REAR LOT 28. WAIVERS REQUIRED: ENT-901 CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
LINES, TO BE UNOCUPIED BY BUILDING, FOR UTILITIES, GRAINAGE AND SANITARY PURPOSES. eXCPET 29.1 TO PERMIT 4 STORIES GARDEN APARTMENTS (2 STORIES ALLOWED).
DATE KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E. PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
REGISTRATION #21140
WHERE LOT LINES ARE DIVIDED FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER, SIAD EASEMENTS SHALL FALL ALONG 29.2 TO PERMIT 48 FOOT BUILDING HEIGHT OF THE GARDEN APARTMENTS (35 FEET ALLOWED).
THE ACTUAL SIDE AND REAR LINES OF LOTS ABUTTING THE PROJECT BOUNDARY AND OTHER OPEN 29.3 TO PERMIT AN AVERAGE 35 DWELLING UNITS PER BUILDING OF GARDEN APARTMENTS
DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES, INC. SHEET: C-001
SPACES. (MAXIMUM AVERAGE OF 24 DWELLINGS UNITS PER BUILDING ALLOWED).
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WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
ASSOCIATES Soil, Water & the Environment
DEMOLITION NOTES:
DUFFIELD
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
1. CONTRACTOR SHALL OBTAIN A PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING PRIOR TO ANY LAND DISTURBING ACTIVITY.
2. CONTRACTOR SHALL PRESERVE ALL TREES ON THIS SITE UNLESS SPECIFIED FOR REMOVAL IN THE APPROVED
LANDSCAPE PLAN FOR THE SITE.
3. THE LOCATIONS OF THE EXISTING UTILITIES THAT ARE INDICATED ON THESE PLANS ARE TAKEN FROM AVAILABLE
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
INFORMATION AT THE TIME THE PLANS WERE PREPARED. COMPLETENESS OR CORRECTNESS THEREOF IS NOT
GUARANTEED. IT SHALL BE THE CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY TO CONTACT MISS-UTILITY OF DELMARVA (TELEPHONE
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
1-800-282-8555) NO LESS THAN 72 HOURS PRIOR TO INITIATING INTRUSIVE WORK. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT THE
E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
OWNERS OF UTILITIES AT RISK AS A RESULT OF CONDUCTING THE WORK HEREIN. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONSULT
TEL. 302.239.6634
WITH UTILITY OWNERS TO OBTAIN THE MOST ACCURATE INFORMATION AVAILABLE WITH REGARD TO UTILITY ELEVATION
AND LOCATION.
4. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS AND ELEVATIONS IN THE FIELD AND REPORT ANY DISCREPANCIES TO
THE ENGINEER BEFORE PROCEEDING WITH WORK.
FAX 302.239.8485
5. CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE AREA WITHIN THE LIMIT OF DISTURBANCE (LOD) LINE SHOWN ON
THESE DRAWINGS. FURTHER, THE LIMIT OF DISTURBANCE FOR THE SITE SHALL RUN COINCIDENT WITH THE PROPERTY
LINE. STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT / MATERIALS OUTSIDE OF THE LIMIT OF DISTURBANCE SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED.
PARKING OF VEHICLES OUTSIDE THE LIMIT OF DISTURBANCE SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL OF
THE DEVELOPER AND DESIGN ENGINEER.
LG-Existing-13053CA
P.E. #21140
6. THESE PLANS DO NOT CONTAIN THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. CONSTRUCTION SAFETY
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
CHECKED BY:
SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR.
FILE NAME:
7. CONTRACTOR SHALL PHOTO DOCUMENT EXISTING CONDITIONS ACROSS THE PROPERTY. PHOTO DOCUMENTATION
SHALL BE PROVIDED TO THE DEVELOPER AND THE DESIGN ENGINEER.
8. CONTRACTOR SHALL MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES ON SITE A SET OF OFFICIAL STAMPED APPROVED PROJECT DRAWINGS FOR
ALL DISCIPLINES (CIVIL, ARCHITECTURAL, MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, ETC.). KJT
DESIGNED BY: STATE: DELAWARE
DRAWN BY:
LEGEND
RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE
PROPERTY LINE
ADJACENT PROPERTY LINE
CONCRETE MONUMENT FOUND AR AR
CAPPED REBAR FOUND
IRON PIPE FOUND
100 YEAR FLOODPLAIN CHK'D BY
FLOOD HAZARD AREA
WETLANDS DATE
CONTOUR ELEVATION
SIGNS
BOLLARDS
PRELIMINARY
ON-SITE CURB
ON-SITE STRIPING
NATURAL GAS MANHOLE
ELECTRIC POLE
ELECTRIC MANHOLE
LIGHT POLES
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
REVISION NOT FOR
STORM DRAIN INLET
WETLANDS
EASEMENT TO BE EXTINGUISHED
CONSTRUCTION
HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No.
- -
OWNER/
NEWARK, DE 19702
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS EXISTING CONDITIONS / DEMOLITION PLAN
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
STONEBROOK EAST
DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
SCALE: 1" = 80'
PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
80' 0 80' 160'
SHEET: C-101
DRAWING SCALE 1" = 80'
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OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND,
WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
ASSOCIATES Soil, Water & the Environment
TYPICAL TOWNHOUSE CLUSTER LEGEND
NOT TO SCALE
DUFFIELD
RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE
PROPERTY LINE
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
ADJACENT PROPERTY LINE
CONCRETE MONUMENT FOUND
CAPPED REBAR FOUND
29' TYP. IRON PIPE FOUND
100 YEAR FLOODPLAIN
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
FLOOD HAZARD AREA
WETLANDS
20' TYP.
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
SIGNS
BOLLARDS
TEL. 302.239.6634
ON-SITE CURB
ON-SITE STRIPING
4' OFFSET BETWEEN WETLANDS
TOWNHOUSES, TYP. PR. PROPERTY LINE
FAX 302.239.8485
CONC.MON.SET. PR. CONCRETE MONUMENT
PR. BUILDING SETBACK LINE
PR. BUILDINGS
x x PR. FENCES
PR. SIGNS
RB PR. BOLLARDS
P.E. #21140
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
A MIN. 2' BETWEEN BUILDING
CHECKED BY: LG-Site-13053CA
PR. ON-SITE CURB
AND SETBACK, TYP.
FILE NAME:
RB PR. ON-SITE CONCRETE
A
RBA RBA PR. OFF-SITE CURB
A
BA RB
LOD RB
A
R PR. OFF-SITE CONCRETE
KJT
BA
STATE: DELAWARE
RBA R PHASE 5 PR. OFF-SITE SOLID STRIPING
RBA PHASE 4 18'x18' ASPHALT DRIVEWAY, TYP.
LOD RBA LOD LOD LOD PR. OFF-SITE BROKEN STRIPING
LOD LOD
DESIGNED BY:
LOD LOD LOD RBA PR. OFF-SITE DASHED STRIPING
RBA LOD
LOD
LOD LOD LOD RBA RB
DRAWN BY:
LO A LIGHT POLES
GARAGE A GARAGE B
D LO D
LOD NOTE: OFFSET OCCURS EVERY
LOD LOD TWO UNITS
LOD RBA AR AR
PE D LOD LOD
LO
LO 22' D
APARTMENT B CHK'D BY
4-STORY / 35 UNIT LOD
10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
APARTMENT A DATE
TOWNHOUSES
SHEET SHEET
LOD
F.F.EL.= 36.00
LO
4-STORY / 35 UNIT RBA
TOWNHOUSES
PE D 10,130 SF (40,520 GFA) C-202 C-203
LOD
F.F.EL. = 36.00
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
PRELIMINARY
LOD
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
LOD LOD
SHEET SHEET
PE RBA
10' C-204 C-205
LOD
LOD
REVISION NOT FOR
PHASE 3 22'
LOD PE 22' 22' LOD
RBA
LOD TO ACK ACK PHASE 2
3 ST WNHO ETB ETB TO TO LOD
CONSTRUCTION
ORY USE 3 ST WNHO 3 ST WNHO
BUI
GS
/5U S
PE ORY USE LOD ORY USE
LOD
GARAGE C
RB
BUI LDIN /5U S /5U S APARTMENT C
A
NIT
LOD LDIN GS NIT
S NIT
S S
4-STORY / 34 UNITS
LOD
PE RB
A
10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
LOD
LOD 10'
HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No.
COMMUNITY
LO
- -
SETB D
GARDEN
TOWN F.F.EL.= 36.00
ACK TO BAC x
3 STO HOUSES
TO
3 ST WNHO
x OD
K
RBA
OWNER/
3 ST WNHO
PE
L
ET
DING RY / 4 ORY USE LOD LOD RBA
LO GS
UNITS /4U S ORY USE RBA
D x
x
NIT /5U S
LOD LDIN
BUIL S GARAGE C 10 LO
NIT SE ' PR
NEWARK, DE 19702
BUI D
S
TB OP
PE 22' 22'
AC ER
K TY A
D LO 22' LIN LO RB
LOD LOD LOD
LOD E D
GARAGE D GARAGE D
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY
10'
BASKETBALL LO
10' BUILDING SETBACK D A
PE COURT RB
STORAGE
PROPOSED AP
LOD LOD LOD LO 22' AR
LOD D CLUBHOUSE T M
10 EN
LOD
2,500 SF
,13 T D
TOT
TOWNHOUSES
0 4 RB
LOT F. SF -ST
PE F. (4 O A
EL 0, RY
TOWNHOUSES TOWNHOUSES
x x = 520 /
22' 36
BUILDING SETBACK
3
.00 GF 4 U
POOL ACK A) N
LOD LOD ETB IT
3 STORY / 6 UNITS
LOD
S S
LD ING
x x BUI RB
3 STORY / 5 UNITS 3 STORY / 5 UNITS
LO
D A
PE
22'
DLO
22'
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
LOD LOD
LOD
A
RB
10' 10'
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
PE D
LO
LOD 22'
LOD
BUILDING SETBACK BUILDING SETBACK
TOWNHOUSES
LOD
LOD TOWNHOUSES LOD
A
RB
LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD S
USE TS 22'
PE NHO
TOW Y / 7 U
NI GAZEBO LOD
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
OR
3 ST LOD
22' PHASE 1
STONEBROOK EAST
TOWNHOUSES
3 STORY / 7 UNITS A
RB
LOD LOD LOD
SITE PLAN - OVERALL
LOD
PE BUILDING SETBACK
LOD
22'
10' 10'
22'
RB
LOD
A
22' SWM
22'
LOD
TOWNHOUSES
LOD
TOWNHOUSES
LOD S FACILITY #1
LOD PE 10' USE TS
NHO NI
TOW Y / 6 U
OR 22'
49,247 SF LOD
22' 10' 3 ST
LOD (1.13± AC)
3 STORY / 5 UNITS
BUILDING SETBACK
3 STORY / 5 UNITS TOWNHOUSES TOWNHOUSES LOD
LOD
D
LOD
3 STORY / 4 UNITS
PE LO 3 STORY / 5 UNITS
LOD LOD
LOD
22' 22' 22'
LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD
LOD LOD PE
LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD
PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE
PE
LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD
LOC
LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD 500' LOD
SIGHT DISTANCE LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD
LOD
430' SIG LOD
LOD
HT DIS LOD
LOD LOD TANCE
LOD LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD
LOD
LOD
LOD
LOD
D
LO DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
LOD
SCALE: 1" = 80'
PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
80' 0 80' 160'
SHEET: C-201
DRAWING SCALE 1" = 80'
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PROPERTY LINE PR. PROPERTY LINE
ADJACENT PROPERTY LINE PR. BENCHMARK
CONC.MON.SET. PR. CONCRETE MONUMENT
BENCHMARK CAPPED REBAR SET PR. CAPPED REBAR
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
CONCRETE MONUMENT FOUND I.P.SET PR. IRON PIPE
CAPPED REBAR FOUND PR. EASEMENT LINE
68 PR. CONTOUR ELEVATION
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
IRON PIPE FOUND
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EASEMENT LINE
PR. BUILDINGS
100 YEAR FLOODPLAIN
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SHEET SHEET FLOOD HAZARD AREA x x PR. FENCES
C-302 C-303 WETLANDS PR. SIGNS
WETLAND BUFFER PR. BOLLARDS
PR. MON CENTERLINE OF DITCH PR. ON-SITE CURB
CONTOUR ELEVATION
FAX 302.239.8485
PR. ON-SITE CONCRETE
WETLANDS AREA
SHEET SHEET PR. ON-SITE STRIPING
C-304 C-305 BUILDINGS PR. OFF-SITE CURB
x x FENCES PR. OFF-SITE CONCRETE
SIGNS PR. OFF-SITE SOLID STRIPING
RB
LG-Utility-13053CA
P.E. #21140
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
A BOLLARDS PR. OFF-SITE BROKEN STRIPING
CHECKED BY:
ON-SITE CURB PR. OFF-SITE DASHED STRIPING
FILE NAME:
RB ON-SITE CONCRETE COMM COMMUNICATION LINE
A C COMMUNICATION MANHOLE
PR. MON RBA RBA ON-SITE STRIPING G G NATURAL GAS LINE
A A OFF-SITE CURB G NATURAL GAS MANHOLE
RB
LOD RB
A
RB
OE OE OVERHEAD ELECTRIC LINE KJT
PR. MON
BA OFF-SITE CONCRETE
STATE: DELAWARE
ELECTRIC POLE
RBA RBA R UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC LINE
LOD RBA LOD OFF-SITE SOLID STRIPING UE UE
LOD LOD LOD LOD
ELECTRIC MANHOLE
DESIGNED BY:
LOD LOD LOD RBA OFF-SITE BROKEN STRIPING E
RBA LOD
LOD
LOD LOD LOD RBA RB LIGHT POLES
DRAWN BY:
LO GARAGE B
A OFF-SITE DASHED STRIPING
GARAGE A
D D COMMUNICATION LINE SS SS SANITARY SEWER LINE
LOD LO
LOD
W W W W W W W W COMMUNICATION MANHOLE S SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE
AR/MH
LOD W
W SANITARY SEWER FLOW ARROW
NATURAL GAS LINE STORM DRAIN LINE
SD SD
LOD RBA
NATURAL GAS MANHOLE ST STORM MANHOLE AR
OVERHEAD ELECTRIC LINE
PE D LOD LOD
LO W ELECTRIC POLE
STORM DRAIN FLOW ARROW
LO D STORM DRAIN INLET
W APARTMENT B UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC LINE CHK'D BY
LOD
W
S STORM ROOF DRAIN
S
59 4-STORY / 35 UNIT ELECTRIC MANHOLE
10,130 SF (40,520 GFA) W W WATER MAIN
58 APARTMENT A LIGHT POLES WATER VALVE DATE
LOD
W F.F.EL.= 36.00
60 LO
W 4-STORY / 35 UNIT RBA SANITARY SEWER LINE FIRE HYDRANT
PE 57 D 10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE RIPARIAN BUFFER
LOD
W F.F.EL. = 36.00 92 RBA
61 W SANITARY SEWER FLOW ARROW LOD LIMIT OF DISTURBANCE
PRELIMINARY
56
62 LOD STORM DRAIN LINE FLOW ARROW
W
W W STORM MANHOLE
55 S
STORM DRAIN FLOW ARROW PR. STORAGE BLDG. / GARAGE
LOD
S S
PE 63 LOD W W W W W RBA STORM DRAIN INLET
W
54 WATER MAIN
LOD WATER LATERAL
W W W W W
S
W WATER VALVE
W
LOD
NOT FOR
W FIRE HYDRANT
REVISION
S
W
LOD PE 64 LOD
W RBA GENERAL UTILITY NOTES:
LOD 65 53
W 93 1. HYDRANT CONNECTIONS BY THE CONTRACTOR ARE PROHIBITED. THIS METHOD MAY NOT BE UTILIZED DURING ANY PHASE OF THE PROJECT.
W
2. ANY EXISTING WATER LINES NOT TO BE UTILIZED BY THE PROPOSED FACILITY MUST BE PROPERLY ABANDONED AT THE MAINS IN ACCORDANCE
LOD
W
94
CONSTRUCTION
W 66 52 S WITH THE CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF WATER & WASTEWATER SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS.
PE LOD
W 95 3. THE SITE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT THE CITY OF DOVER WATER & WASTEWATER CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT (302) 736-7025 PRIOR TO THE
LOD
67
GARAGE C
51 W W RB START OF CONSTRUCTION. A REPRESENTATIVE FROM THE CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF WATER & WASTEWATER MUST OBSERVE AND
APARTMENT C
A
W 96 W APPROVE ALL CITY OWNED WATER AND SANITARY SEWER INTERCONNECTIONS AND TESTING. ALL WATER TAPS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A CITY
LOD 68 50
OF DOVER APPROVED CONTRACTOR. THE PROPOSED LOCATION FOR THE WATER CONNECTION MAY NEED TO BE ADJUSTED IN THE FIELD DUE
4-STORY / 34 UNITS
W W 88
97
LOD
TO CONDITIONS OF THE EXISTING MAIN. POSSIBLE CONDITIONS THAT WOULD REQUIRE TAPPING RELOCATION INCLUDE PROXIMITY TO PIPE
49
JOINTS, OTHER TAPS, CONCRETE ENCASEMENTS, CONFLICT WITH OTHER UTILITIES, AND THE LIKE. TEST HOLES MUST BE PERFORMED BY THE
PE W W
RB
A
10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
LOD
W
W CONTRACTOR TO DETERMINE THE BEST TAPPING LOCATION. THE CITY OF DOVER WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR FIELD CONDITIONS
LOD
HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No.
COMMUNITY REQUIRING ADJUSTMENT OF THE TAPPING LOCATION OR FOR ANY WORK REQUIRED BY THE CONTRACTOR TO MAKE AN APPROPRIATE AND - -
W LOD GARDEN LAWFUL CONNECTION.
F.F.EL.= 36.00
69 48
x 4. ANY EXISTING SANITARY SEWER LINES NOT TO BE UTILIZED BY THE PROPOSED FACILITY MUST BE PROPERLY ABANDONED AT THE MAINS IN
98 x OD ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF WATER & WASTEWATER SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS.
W RBA
OWNER/
W
PR. MON 70 W
47
PE W L
99 5. PART II, CHAPTER 180, ARTICLE III, SECTION 180-10 OF THE CODE OF KENT COUNTY REQUIRES THAT “NO PERSON SHALL DISCHARGE OR CAUSE
LO
S
71 LOD LOD RBA TO BE DISCHARGED ANY STORMWATER, SURFACE WATER, UNCONTAMINATED GROUNDWATER, ROOF RUNOFF, SUBSURFACE DRAINAGE,
W x RBA
D W 46
100 x UNCONTAMINATED NONCONTACT COOLING WATER OR UNPOLLUTED INDUSTRIAL PROCESS WATERS TO ANY SANITARY SEWER”, THIS SHALL
LOD 72 45 W GARAGE C LO INCLUDE CONDENSATE. SEC. 110-231 OF THE CITY OF DOVER CODE DEFINES STORM SEWER AS “…ANY SYSTEM USED FOR CONVEYING RAIN
W
NEWARK, DE 19702
101 W W D 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
PE W
102
S S S
A
W D LO W W W LO RB ARE CREATED WITH THE SITE IMPROVEMENTS.
LOD LOD LOD
LOD
D 6. A SEVEN AND ONE HALF FEET (7.5’) WIDE EASEMENT IS RETAINED ALONG ALL SIDE AND REAR LOT LINES, TO BE UNOCCUPIED BY BUILDING, FOR
S GARAGE D GARAGE D UTILITIES, DRAINAGE AND SANITARY SEWER PURPOSES. EXCEPT WHERE LOTS ARE DIVIDED FOR ANY REASON WHATSOEVER, SAID EASEMENTS
W
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY
S
SHALL FALL ALONG THE ACTUAL SIDE AND REAR LOT LINES AS CONVEYED. A FIFTEEN FEET (15’) WIDE UTILITY EASEMENT IS RETAINED ALONG
BASKETBALL LO ALL REAR LINES OF LOTS ABUTTING THE PROJECT BOUNDARY AND OTHER OPEN SPACES.” A TEN FEET (10’) WIDE UTILITY EASEMENT IS
D A
PE W COURT RB REQUIRED ALONG ALL FRONT YARD LOT LINES FOR UTILITY INSTALLATION. WHEN A WATER, SEWER, OR STORM SEWER MAIN IS NOT LOCATED IN
STORAGE
PROPOSED AP THE RIGHT OF WAY, IT SHALL BE LOCATED WITHIN FIVE FEET (5’) OF THE CENTER OF A TWENTY FEET (20’) WIDE UTILITY EASEMENT.
LOD LOD LOD LO AR
LOD D W 103 CLUBHOUSE T M 7. WATER MAIN LINES SHALL BE10"CEMENT LINED CLASS 52 DUCTILE IRON PIPE, 8" CEMENT LINED CLASS 52 DUCTILE IRON PIPE AND 6" CEMENT
10 EN
LOD
2,500 SF
,13 T D LINED CLASS 52 DUCTILE IRON PIPE UNLESS SPECIFIED OTHERWISE ON THE PLAN.
W 104 TOT 0 8. WATER SERVICE LINES SHALL BE 1" TYPE K COPPER PIPE, UNLESS SPECIFIED OTHERWISE ON THE PLAN.
73 44 4
F. SF -ST RB
W LOT
PE F. (4 O 9. ALL WATER INFRASTRUCTURE IS TO BE PRIVATELY OWNED.
89 A
105 x EL 0, RY
W x = 520 / 10. ALL WASTE WATER INFRASTRUCTURE IS TO BE PRIVATELY OWNED.
43 36 3
74 W POOL .00 GF 4 U 11. ALL EXISTING UTILITIES SHALL BE ADJUSTED TO FINAL GRADE IN ACCORDANCE WITH CURRENT CITY OF DOVER REQUIREMENTS AND PRACTICES.
A) N
LOD LOD
W
106 IT
LOD
42 S
75
W 107 x x W LO RB
41 W W W D A
76
PE
S
W 108 W
77 40 W
W DLO
W
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
LOD LOD
LOD
A
W RB
W
W W
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
W
PE W
S
W W D
W LO
W W W W W LOD
LOD
W
78 39 S S W
W
LOD
W W W W W W W
W
W 79
LOD LOD
38 A
RB
LOD W LOD LOD LOD LOD
27
28 29 W
LOD
80 W
PE 37 25 26 GAZEBO
24
LOD
STONEBROOK EAST
81 W
36 23
W
A
16 17 90 RB
LOD
W
18 19 20 21 22
LOD
82 35
LOD
W
LOD
W
PE LOD
W
W
RB
34 W
LOD
A
UTILITY PLAN
83 W SWM
LOD
1
LOD LOD
W 2 FACILITY #1
LOD
84
PE 33
4
3
W W 5 49,247 SF LOD
85 32 6
LOD W W W (1.13± AC)
86 W W 7 W
31 14 13 10 9 8
15 12 11 LOD
LOD
D
W
LOD
W
PE LO
S
LOD
W 87 30 W
LOD W LOD
LOD LOD LOD W LOD LOD LOD LOD W
W W 91
W
W W W W W W W W W
S
LOD LOD PE PR. MON S S S
LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD PR. PE
MON PR. MON
PE PE PE
PR. MON PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE W PE PE
PR. MON PE PR. MON
S
PE
LOD R2
LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD 5' 5'
LOD LOD R2 LOD
LOC
LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD
LOD W
LOD
LOD
LOD
LOD LOD LOD LOD
LOD LOD PR. MON
LOD LOD
W
LOD LOD
W LOD
LOD
W
LOD
LOD
WD
LO DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
LOD
SCALE: 1" = 80'
PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
SHEET: C-301
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STRIPING AND SIGNAGE CONSTRUCTION NOTES
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE
PROPERTY LINE
S-1 "STOP SIGN" (R1-1, 36X36") WITH "STREET NAME" SIGN (D3-1, VARIES X 6") ADJACENT PROPERTY LINE
S-2 "25 MPH SPEED LIMIT" SIGN (R2-1, 24X30") CONCRETE MONUMENT FOUND
CAPPED REBAR FOUND
S-3 "25 MPH SPEED LIMIT" SIGN (R2-1, 24X30") WITH "WATCH CHILDREN" SIGN (W21-11-DE, 30X30")
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
IRON PIPE FOUND
S-4 "STREETS DEDICATION / MAINTENANCE" SIGN (SEE THIS SHEET) 100 YEAR FLOODPLAIN
S-5 "ONE WAY" DIRECTION ARROW SIGN (R6-1, 36X12") FLOOD HAZARD AREA
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
S-6 "DO NOT ENTER" SIGN (R5-1, 30X30") WETLANDS
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CONTOUR ELEVATION
S-7 "KEEP RIGHT" SIGN (R4-7, 24X30")
TEL. 302.239.6634
SIGNS
BOLLARDS
ON-SITE CURB
SHEET SHEET ON-SITE STRIPING
PR. MON C-602 C-603
WETLANDS
FAX 302.239.8485
PR. PROPERTY LINE
CONC.MON.SET. PR. CONCRETE MONUMENT
SHEET SHEET PR. BUILDINGS
C-604 C-605
x x PR. FENCES
PR. SIGNS
P.E. #21140
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
LG-Sign-13053CA
PR. BOLLARDS
CHECKED BY:
PR. ON-SITE CURB
FILE NAME:
PR. ON-SITE CONCRETE
PR. MON
PR. ON-SITE STRIPING
LOD PR. OFF-SITE CURB KJT
PR. MON
STATE: DELAWARE
PR. OFF-SITE CONCRETE
LOD LOD LOD LOD
LOD LOD
DESIGNED BY:
LOD LOD LOD PR. OFF-SITE SOLID STRIPING
LOD
LOD
LOD LOD LOD PR. OFF-SITE BROKEN STRIPING
DRAWN BY:
LO GARAGE A GARAGE B
D D PR. OFF-SITE DASHED STRIPING
LOD LO
LOD
LIGHT POLES
LOD FIRE HYDRANT
LOD AR AR
PE D LOD LOD
LO
LO D
APARTMENT B CHK'D BY
4-STORY / 35 UNIT LOD
10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
APARTMENT A DATE
LOD 4-STORY / 35 UNIT F.F.EL.= 36.00
LO
PE D 10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
LOD
F.F.EL. = 36.00
PRELIMINARY
LOD
LOD PE LOD
LOD
LOD
REVISION NOT FOR
LOD PE LOD
LOD
LOD
CONSTRUCTION
PE LOD
LOD
GARAGE C
APARTMENT C
LOD
4-STORY / 34 UNITS
LOD
PE
10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
LOD
LOD
HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No.
COMMUNITY - -
LOD GARDEN
x F.F.EL.= 36.00
x OD
OWNER/
PR. MON
PE
L
LO LOD LOD
D x
x
LOD GARAGE C LO
NEWARK, DE 19702
D
PE MARKING LEGEND
D LO LO
LOD LOD LOD
LOD
D
GARAGE D GARAGE D SOLID WHITE OR YELLOW LINE 5" or 10" **
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY
LO
(SWL/5" **, SWL/10" ** OR SYL/5")
BASKETBALL
D ** SEE NOTE 5
PE COURT 5"
STORAGE
PROPOSED AP DOUBLE SOLID YELLOW LINE 6"
LOD LOD LOD LO AR 5"
(DSYL/5")
LOD D CLUBHOUSE T M
10 EN 10'
LOD
2,500 SF
,13 T D 30'
TOT 0 4
LOT F. SF -ST BROKEN WHITE LINE (BWL/5") 5"
PE x x
F. (4 O
EL 0, RY
= 520 /
36 3 2'
.00 GF 4 U
POOL A) N DOTTED WHITE LINE 6'
LOD LOD
IT
LOD
S
(DWL/5" ** OR DWL10" **) 5" or 10" **
x x LO ** SEE NOTE 5
D
PE
DLO
NOTES:
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
LOD LOD
LOD 1. ALL EXISTING PAVEMENT MARKINGS THAT ARE NO LONGER APPROPRIATE SHALL
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
PE D BE ERADICATED BY PERMITTEE. ERADICATION SHALL BE ACCOMPLISHED BY
LOD LO
LOD
WATER BLASTING. PERMITTEE SHALL PLACE ALL REQUIRED NEW MARKINGS.
LOD 2. DIMENSIONED LANE WIDTHS ARE CURB-TO-CURB OR CENTERLINE OF STRIPING.
LOD LOD
LOD LOD 3. ALL NEW LONGITUDINAL PAVEMENT MARKINGS SHALL BE EPOXY RESIN PAINT
SIGNAGE AND STRIPING PLAN
LOD LOD LOD
PE GAZEBO LOD MARKINGS, AND ALL NEW SHORT / TRANSVERSE AND SYMBOL MARKINGS SHALL BE
LOD
HOT THERMOPLASTIC, AS DIRECTED BY DELDOT.
STONEBROOK EAST
4. REFER TO SIGNAGE AND STRIPING DETAILS AND LEGEND THIS SHEET.
LOD LOD LOD
LOD
5. ** NORMAL WIDTH LONGITUDINAL MARKINGS SHALL BE 5 INCHES. WIDE WIDTH
PE LOD MARKINGS (10 INCHES) SHALL BE PROVIDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DELAWARE
MUTCD WHERE SPECIFIED ON THIS PLAN
6. DESIGN, FABRICATION AND INSTALLATION OF ALL PERMANENTSIGNING SHALL BE
LOD SWM
LOD LOD LOD FACILITY #1 AS OUTLINED IN THE " GUIDE FOR FABRICATION AND INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC
LOD PE CONTROL DEVICES:
49,247 SF LOD
LOD (1.13± AC) 7. BREAKAWAY POSTS SHALL BE USED WHEN INSTALLING ALL SIGNS
8. DRIVEWAY LOCATIONS SHOWN HERON ARE CONCEPTUAL AND SUBJECT TO
LOD
LOD
D
CHANGE.
PE LO LOD
LOD LOD
LOD
LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD
LOD LOD PE PR. MON
LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD PR. PE
MON PR. MON
PE PE PE
PR. MON PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE
PR. MON PE PR. MON
PE
LOD R2
LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD 5' 5'
LOD LOD R2 LOD
LOC
LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD 500' LOD
SIGHT DISTANCE LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD
LOD
430' SIG LOD
LOD
HT DIS LOD
LOD LOD TANCE
LOD LOD
LOD LOD PR. MON
LOD LOD
LOD LOD
LOD
LOD
LOD
LOD
D
LO DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
LOD
SCALE: 1" = 80'
PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
80' 0 80' 160'
SHEET: C-601
DRAWING SCALE 1" = 80'
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8 1/4" 3/4" BATTER
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
(206) (18)
PROPOSED PAVEMENT EXISTING PAVEMENT TIE-IN
GALVANIZED WIRE
"
5" (125)
SAWCUT EXISTING MESH. 2" X 2", 9 2
1/
(4 1"
6" (150)
PAVEMENT TO ITEM 760010 - MILL TOP 2 INCHES OF GUAGE W/ TAN SLATS 1 0) (25)
R
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
PROVIDE CLEAN EDGE EXISTING PAVEMENT
18" (450)
STD. 8 STD. 8
EXISTING CUBIC CUBIC DEPRESSED
NEW PAVEMENT SECTION
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
CURB
E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
ITEM 401005 - 2 IN. SUPERPAVE TYPE C, PAVEMENT EDGE YARD YARD
DUMPSTER RECYCLE PAVEMENT
TEL. 302.239.6634
PG 64-22 (CARBONATE STONE)
12'-0"
12 IN. 12 IN.
SEE 6"
ITEM 401021 - 4 IN. SUPERPAVE, BITUMINOUS STRUCTURAL (150) 9"
CONCRETE BASE COURSE, PG 64-22 FOR (225)
BOLLARD 6" 6"
(150)
ITEM 301001 - 8 IN. GRADED AGGREGATE BASE
FAX 302.239.8485
DETAIL. 6" GRADED AGGREGATE
COURSE TYPE B BASE COURSE, TYPE B
DUMPSTER
ENCLOSURE CONTROL JOINT
HT. = 8'-0"
APPLY TACK COAT TO SEAL JOINTS WITH
COMPACTED SUBGRADE
LG-Details-13053CA
EXISTING PAVEMENT HOT-POURED
(95% ASTM D1557)
P.E. #21140
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
ACF HSP-2 EXISTING PAVEMENT BEFORE PAVING AND BITUMASTIC SEALER 6"
CHECKED BY:
(GEOTEXTILE)
FILE NAME:
OVERLAYING NEW
COMPACTED SUBGRADE
BASE COURSE
TO REMAIN ASPHALT
1' 1'
DETAIL: PCC CURB, TYPE 1-6
(95% ASTM D1557) (TY 1
GALVANIZED WIRE
MESH. 2" X 2", 9
P. 20°'
EA
.S
IDE (ON-SITE) KJT
DETAIL: PAVEMENT SECTION / TIE-IN
STATE: DELAWARE
)
GUAGE W/ TAN SLATS
SCALE: NONE
DESIGNED BY:
SCALE: NONE
DRAWN BY:
INTEGRAL P.C.C. CURB AND
6' MIN GUTTER, TYPE 1-6 (TYP.) AR MH/AR
PVC THREADED CHK'D BY
6" 612" CAP
118" 12
3 " DATE
HOT MIX CAST IRON
4 1
AS REQUIRED CAP CURB
1
7 2"
DETAIL: TRASH AND RECYCLE ENCLOSURE
PRELIMINARY
212" PAVEMENT
SCALE: NONE
1212" 6"
4"
DETAIL END OF CURB
FRAME & COVER 4"
6" PVC 6" CONC. FILL
REVISION NOT FOR
TO BE FLAT
PIPE
NOTES:
1. INSTALL CLEANOUTS AT 50 FOOT INTERVALS, BENDS,
10" 10"
4" DIA. STEEL PIPE BOLLARD
DETAIL: CURB END TRANSITION
INTERSECTIONS, OR AS DIRECTED BY ENGINEER. FILLED W/ CONC. EMBEDDED SCALE: NOT TO SCALE
2. MATERIAL: 6" SDR-35, PIPE AND FITTINGS IN CONC. BASE
CONSTRUCTION
TRASH ENCLOSURE WALL
CONCRETE
6" PVC
4'-0"
PIPE PVC THREADED
CAP
TOP SOIL, SEED CAST IRON WIDTH VARIES
SD & MULCH CAP
HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No.
1/ BROOM FINISH
8" 6"
- -
BEND
OWNER/
6" 6"
SLOPE (SEE NOTE 3)
2'-0" (3) #6 EPOXY DOWELS IN
4" 3,000 PSI CONCRETE (SEE NOTE 4)
6" PIPE
H PLUG OR CAP CONC. ENCASEMENT
CASTINGS: C
AN
NEWARK, DE 19702
EAST JORDAN IRON WORKS, Inc. R
B 4" TYPE B GABC (SEE NOTE 5)
301 SPRING STREET 6"
EAST JORDAN, MICHIGAN, 49727 10" 10" 6"
OR APPROVED EQUAL.
6" WYE OR TEE/WYE 6" 1'-0" PREPARED SUBGRADE (SEE NOTE 6)
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY
FLOW CONCRETE
LATERAL CLEANOUT (TYP.) LATERAL CLEANOUT FOR 1'-9" 1'-9" NOTES:
FOR PAVED SURFACES NON-PAVED SURFACES 1. MARK IN 5-FOOT SQUARES, USE CORK EXPANSION JOINTS AT INTERVALS NOT
GREATER THAN 20 FEET.
2. CONCRETE SIDEWALKS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED AS PER DELDOT SPECIFICATIONS.
DETAIL: ROOF DRAIN CLEANOUT 3. MINIMUM SIDEWALK CROSS SLOPE = 1%
SCALE: NONE
DETAIL: TRASH ENCLOSURE BOLLARD MAXIMUM SIDEWALK CROSS SLOPE = 2%
TYPICAL SIDEWALK CROSS SLOPE = 1.5%
SCALE: NONE 4. STANDARD SIDEWALK SHALL BE 4 INCHES THICK. DEPRESSED AND TRANSITION
SIDEWALK SHALL BE 6 INCHES THICK.
5. STONE AGGREGATE BELOW CONCRETE SIDEWALK SHALL BE TYPE B GABC.
THICKNESS OF GABC SHALL BE 4 INCHES FOR STANDARD SIDEWALK AND 6 INCHES
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
FOR DEPRESSED AND TRANSITION SIDEWALK.
6. PROOF ROLL SUBGRADE, COMPACT TO 95% DENSITY (ASTM D-1557)
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
24" 24"
FASTENED WITH ACORN NUT
STRIPE SPACE DETAIL: SIDEWALK SECTION
LEGEND AND BORDER - GREEN SCALE: NONE
BACKGROUND - WHITE
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS STONEBROOK EAST
SIGN SHALL BE R7-8 (12"X18")
AS SHOWN ON PLAN
SIGN SIZE: 36" X 36"
COLOR: LEGEND AND BORDER: WHITE (REFLECTORIZED)
BACKGROUND: RED (REFLECTORIZED)
20"
WHITE SYMBOL ON
DETAIL: STOP SIGN (R1-1)
BLUE BACKGROUND SCALE: NONE
FASTENED WITH ACORN NUT
8.5"
NOTE: PERMANENT MARKINGS SHALL BE HOT THERMOPLASTIC. 42"
WHERE APPLICABLE 46"
LEGEND - GREEN
BACKGROUND - WHITE (RETROFLECTIVE) H.C. PARKING SIGN R7-8
VARIABLE DIMENSION - 5'-0"
AISLE TYP.; 8'-0" AISLE FOR VAN
ACCESIBILITY ADJOINING H.C. STALLS
DETAIL: WHITE CROSSWALK 4"
PROVIDE VAN ACCESSIBLE SIGN W/ "VAN ACCESSIBLE" SIGN (1 IN EVERY 8 H.C. SPACES TO BE
SCALE: NOT TO SCALE
(12"X6") WHERE REQUIRED (R7-8a) MOUNTED BELOW WHERE VAN ACCESSIBLE)
APPLICABLE (TYP.)
8'-0" 4" WIDE BLUE
PAINTED 6"
MIN.
STRIPPING
12"
60" ABOVE PARKING SURFACE
9"
4"
11"
4" WIDE BLUE PAINTED LINE
36" 53.5"
LEGEND - BLACK 45°' 4"
2'-0"
20' MIN.
BACKGROUND - WHITE (REFLECTIVE) EQUAL EQUAL
FULL LENGTH OF STALL
MADE OF ROLLED ALUMINUM: 1 1/2" SCHEDULE 40 ALUMINUM WITH 1 7/8" O.D.
EQUAL
SIGN SHALL BE R7-8P (10"X12")
1'-5"
STANDARD LENGTHS: 60" SECTION FITS UP TO 5 BIKES
1'-4"
EQUAL
FOR ACCESS AISLE
85° STANDARD HEIGHT: 46"
4"
4" INSTALLATION OPTIONS: SURFACE MOUNT
GALVANIZED
BREAKAWAY STEEL FINISHING OPTIONS: STANDARD CLEAR ANODIZED
4" 4"
U POST
MANUFACTURED BY: IDEAL SHIELD
6"x6" GRID FOR LAYOUT 1'-0" 9" 2525 CLARK ST
PURPOSES ONLY
DETROIT, MI 48209
NOTE: SIGNS SHALL MEET THE REQUIREMENTS
OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES. BLUE PAINTED HANDICAP SYMBOL PHONE: 1-866-825-8659
DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
OPEN END OF PARKING STALL
SCALE: NOT TO SCALE
DETAIL: ACCESSIBLE DETAIL: ACCESSIBLE DETAIL: ACCESSIBLE DETAIL: STANDARD
PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
PARKING SIGN (R7-8/R7-8a) PARKING STALL PARKING SYMBOL BICYCLE RACK SHEET: C-901
SCALE: NONE SCALE: NONE SCALE: NONE SCALE: NONE
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SCALE: SCALE: SCALE:
DETAIL: DETAIL: DETAIL:
NOT TO SCALE NOT TO SCALE NOT TO SCALE
DRAINAGE INLET TOP UNITS DRAINAGE INLET ASSEMBLY
DRAINAGE INLET FRAME AND GRATES
SCALE: SCALE: SCALE:
DETAIL: DETAIL: DETAIL:
NOT TO SCALE NOT TO SCALE NOT TO SCALE
MANHOLE DETAILS MANHOLE DETAILS
DRAINAGE INLET COVER SLAB DETAILS
SCALE: SCALE: SCALE:
DETAIL: DETAIL: DETAIL:
NOT TO SCALE NOT TO SCALE NOT TO SCALE
INLET BOX DETAILS MANHOLE DETAILS MANHOLE DETAILS
CHK'D BY DESIGNED BY: CHECKED BY:
OWNER/ HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No. REVISION DATE
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY AR KJT
NEWARK, DE 19702
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS DRAWN BY: FILE NAME:
DUFFIELD
MH/AR LG-Details-13053CA
SHEET: SCALE:
ASSOCIATES
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS Soil, Water & the Environment
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
PRELIMINARY
PROJECT NO.
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
NOT FOR WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
STONEBROOK EAST TEL. 302.239.6634
CONSTRUCTION FAX 302.239.8485
OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND,
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
- WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
NOT TO SCALE
C-902
DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
13053.CA
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE - STATE: DELAWARE P.E. #21140
113 Item 6.
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SCALE: NONE
SCALE: NONE
DETAIL: VALVE BOX - SCREW TYPE
SCALE: NONE
SCALE: NONE
DETAIL: BUTTRESSES - FOR WATER MAINS DETAIL: FIRE MAIN PIPE RESTRAINT
SCALE: NONE
SCALE: NONE
DETAIL: FIRE HYDRANT & VALVE BOX DETAIL DETAIL: DOMESTIC AND FIRE SERVICE
DETAIL: 2" BLOW-OFF ASSEMBLY FOR WATER MAINS
CHK'D BY DESIGNED BY: CHECKED BY:
OWNER/ HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No. REVISION DATE
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY AR KJT
NEWARK, DE 19702
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS DRAWN BY: FILE NAME:
DUFFIELD
MH/AR LG-Details-13053CA
SHEET: SCALE:
ASSOCIATES
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS Soil, Water & the Environment
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
PRELIMINARY
PROJECT NO.
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
NOT FOR WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
STONEBROOK EAST TEL. 302.239.6634
CONSTRUCTION FAX 302.239.8485
OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND,
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
- WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
NOT TO SCALE
C-903
DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
13053.CA
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE - STATE: DELAWARE P.E. #21140
114 Item 6.
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SCALE: NONE
SCALE: NONE
DETAIL: MANHOLE - PLAN VIEW
DETAIL: SANITARY SEWER CLEANOUT
SCALE: NONE SCALE: NONE
DETAIL: CAST IRON SADDLE
DETAIL: FLOW CHANNEL PATTERNS
SCALE: NONE SCALE: NONE
DETAIL: MANHOLE STEPS
DETAIL: TRENCH PAVEMENT WIDTH
CHK'D BY DESIGNED BY: CHECKED BY:
OWNER/ HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No. REVISION DATE
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY AR KJT
NEWARK, DE 19702
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS DRAWN BY: FILE NAME:
DUFFIELD
MH/AR LG-Details-13053CA
SHEET: SCALE:
ASSOCIATES
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS Soil, Water & the Environment
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
PRELIMINARY
PROJECT NO.
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
NOT FOR WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
STONEBROOK EAST TEL. 302.239.6634
CONSTRUCTION FAX 302.239.8485
OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND,
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
- WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
NOT TO SCALE
C-904
DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
13053.CA
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE - STATE: DELAWARE P.E. #21140
115 Item 6.
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SCALE: NONE SCALE: NONE
DETAIL: MANHOLE FRAME
DETAIL: MANHOLE COVER - LOCKING
SCALE: NONE
DETAIL: MANHOLE TYPE I
CHK'D BY DESIGNED BY: CHECKED BY:
OWNER/ HANAE HARMONY PROPERTIES No. REVISION DATE
DEVELOPER: 1100 LAGRANGE PKWY AR KJT
NEWARK, DE 19702
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS DRAWN BY: FILE NAME:
DUFFIELD
MH/AR LG-Details-13053CA
SHEET: SCALE:
ASSOCIATES
CONSTRUCTION DETAILS Soil, Water & the Environment
KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E.
PRELIMINARY
PROJECT NO.
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
NOT FOR WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
STONEBROOK EAST TEL. 302.239.6634
CONSTRUCTION FAX 302.239.8485
OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND,
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
- WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
NOT TO SCALE
C-905
DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
13053.CA
EAST DOVER HUNDRED ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE - STATE: DELAWARE P.E. #21140
116 Item 6.
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Item 6.
OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND,
WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES Soil, Water & the Environment
SHEET SHEET 5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
L-102 L-103
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
SHEET SHEET
TEL. 302.239.6634
L-104 L-105
NOTE: KEY MAP FAX 302.239.8485
SCALE: NTS
ALL TREES SHALL HAVE A ONE YEAR REPLACEMENT GUARANTEE.
STATE: DELAWARE R.L.A. #S1-0010613
RB
A
CHECKED BY: LG-Lnd-13053CA
PLANT LIST TREES AND SHRUBS
FILE NAME:
RB
A
KEY QUAN. BOTANICAL NAME COMMON NAME SIZE ROOT COMMENTS TYPE
TIM HORNER, R.L.A.
RBA TREES
RBA ACA 58 ACER CAMPESTRE HEDGE MAPLE 3"-3.5" CAL. B&B CANOPY
A RB ARA 36 ACER RUBRUM 'ARMSTRONG' ARMSTRONG RED MAPLE 3"-3.5" CAL. B&B CANOPY
LOD RB RB A TH
A ARR 32 ACER RUBRUM 'RED SUNSET' RED SUNSET RED MAPLE 3"-3.5" CAL. B&B CANOPY
BA GT 17 GLEDITSIA TRIACANTHOS INERMIS THORNLESS HONEY LOCUST 3"-3.5" CAL. B&B CANOPY
RBA RBA PHASE 4 R PHASE 5 QPA 44 QUERCUS PALUSTRUS PIN OAK 3"-3.5" CAL. B&B CANOPY
LOD RBALOD LOD LOD
LOD LOD SA
DESIGNED BY:
LOD LOD SAP SAP RBA SAP SAP PAB 11 PLATANUS × ACERIFOLIA 'BLOODGOOD' BLOODGOOD PLANETREE 3"-3.5" CAL. B&B CANOPY
LOD RBA LOD P
LOD
LOD LOD LOD RBA SAP
A ZS 17 ZELKOVA SERRATA 'VILLAGE GREEN' VILLAGE GREEN ZELKOVA 3"-3.5" CAL. B&B CANOPY
RB
DRAWN BY:
LO SAP
D D GARAGE A GARAGE B TOTAL 215
LOD LO EVERGREEN TREES
LOD
JJL/MH
LOD IO 37 ILEX OPACA AMERICAN HOLLY 6-7' HT. B&B EVERGREEN
SAP JV 70 JUNIPERUS VIRGINIANA EASTERN RED CEDAR 6-7' HT. B&B
LOD RBA PA 15 PICEA ABIES NORWAY SPRUCE 6-7' HT. B&B EVERGREEN JJL
PS 18 PINUS STROBUS WHITE PINE 6-7' HT. B&B EVERGREEN
PE TO 61 THUJA OCCIDENTALIS ARBORVITAE 6-7' HT. B&B EVERGREEN
APARTMENT B TOTAL 201 CHK'D BY
4-STORY / 35 UNIT LOD UNDERSTORY TREES
SAPRBA
AC 11 AMELANCHIER CANADENSIS SHADBLOW SERVICEBERRY 6-7' HT. B&B UNDERSTORY DATE
APARTMENT A 10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
LOD 4-STORY / 35 UNIT F.F.EL.= 36.00 CC 34 CERCIS CANADENSIS EASTERN REDBUB 6-7' HT. B&B UNDERSTORY
PE 10,130 SF (40,520 GFA) CV 19 CHIONANTHUS VIRGINICUS WHITE FRINGETREE 6-7' HT. B&B UNDERSTORY
F.F.EL. = 36.00 MV 12 MAGNOLIA VIRGINIANA SWEETBAY MAGNOLIA 6-7' HT. B&B UNDERSTORY
TOTAL 76
PRELIMINARY
LOD
SAPRBA TREE PRESERVATION AND DENSITY REQUIREMENTS
LOD PE
1. EXISTING WOODLAND AREA: 735,733 SF
NOT FOR
LOD
REVISION
2. WOODLAND AREA TO BE CLEARED: 16,090 SF
SAPRBA
PE PHASE 3
LOD 3. TOTAL PRESERVED WOODLANDS (INCLUDING WOODS IN WETLANDS): 719,643 SF
PHASE 2 4. TOTAL NON-WOODLAND AREA: 1,242,126 SF
LOD
CONSTRUCTION
SAP
5. DENISTY: 1 TREE PER 3,000 SF OF NON-WOODLAND LOT AREA: 414 TREES REQUIRED
PE (1,242,126 SF / 3,000 SF = 414)
LOD
GARAGE C
RB
APARTMENT C
A
6. PROPOSED TREES: 492 TREES
4-STORY / 34 UNITS
LOD
PE SAP A
RB
LOD 10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
COMMUNITY No.
GARDEN
x F.F.EL.= 36.00
x D RBA
LO
SA
PE P
D LOD RBA
LO
1100 LAGRANGE PKWY
x SAP RBA
x
D
OWNER/ HANAE HARMONY
GARAGE C
LO
PE RB
DLO
A
LOD
NEWARK, DE 19702
GARAGE D GARAGE D CERTIFICATION OF PLAN ACCURACY:
BASKETBALL LO I, , HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM A REGISTERED LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
D A
PE COURT RB IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE, THAT THE INFORMATION SHOWN HERON HAS BEEN PREPARED
DEVELOPER: PROPERTIES
STORAGE
PROPOSED AP
AR UNDER MY SUPERVISION AND TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF REPRESENTS
LOD
CLUBHOUSE TM
10 EN GOOD LANDSCAPE PRACTICES AS REQUIRED BY THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF
LOD
2,500 SF
,13 T D
TOT 0 DELAWARE.
4
F. SF -ST RB
LOT
PE F. (4 O A
x EL 0, RY
x = 520 /
36 3
.00 GF 4 U __________ ______ __________________________________________________
POOL A) N
IT DATE TIM HORNER, RLA
LOD
S
x x LO RB REGISTRATION #S1-0010613
D A
PE
DLO
LEGEND
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
LOD
A
RB
PE D CANOPY/STREET TREE
EAST DOVER HUNDER ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
LO
UNDERSTORY TREE
RB
LOD
A
EVERGREEN TREE
PE GAZEBO LOD
PHASE 1
STONEBROOK EAST
EXISTING TREELINE
A
RB
PROPOSED TREELINE
LOD
PE LOD
LANDSCAPE PLAN
SAP PROPOSED SENSITIVE AREA PROTECTION
RB
A
SWM RBA EXISTING RIPARIAN BUFFER
FACILITY #1
LOD PE
49,247 SF LOD EXISTING WETLANDS
(1.13± AC)
10 FOOT NO PLANTING CLEAR ZONE
PE
LOD
LOD
LOD LIMIT OF DISTURBANCE
LOD LOD PE
LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD
PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE PE
PE
LOD R2
LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD 5' R2
'
LOD LOD LOD 5 LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD 500' LOD
SIGHT DISTANCE LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD
LOD
430' SIG LOD
LOD
HT DIS LOD
LOD LOD TANCE
LOD LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD
LOD LOD
LOD
LOD
LOD
LOD
D
LO DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
LOD
SCALE: 1" = 80'
PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
80' 0 80' 160'
SHEET: L-101
DRAWING SCALE 1" = 80'
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WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
ASSOCIATES
RB
Soil, Water & the Environment
A
DUFFIELD
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
RB
A
RB SHEET SHEET
A
L-102 L-103
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
RB
A
RBA
RBA RBA
RBA
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
RBA RB
E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
A SHEET SHEET
L-104 L-105
TEL. 302.239.6634
D RB
LOD
LO A
FAX 302.239.8485
RB
LOD A
PE
RBA RBA RBA RBA RBA
RBA
KEY MAP
LOD LOD
RBA SCALE: NTS
LOD LOD
LO RBA
LOD
LOD LOD D SAP SAP SAP SAP
LOD RBA
LOD
LOD
STATE: DELAWARE R.L.A. #S1-0010613
LOD SA
PE LOD LOD LOD LOD LOD
P TO SAP RBA RBA
LOD
LOD LOD TO LOD
JV LOD RBA
LOD
LG-Lnd-13053CA
JV JV
CHECKED BY:
ARA JV JV ARA JV CV CV JV LOD LOD
CV CV LOD TO SAP RBA RBA SAP
JV CV CV CV LOD LOD
FILE NAME:
JV CV TO SAP
LO SAP
DLO D
TIM HORNER, R.L.A.
GARAGE GT GT GT
CV
TO
LOD
DLO
LOD W
LO TO TH
W W LOD W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W CV D CC
LOD LOD LOD PE W LO
D
DESIGNED BY:
W
CC
W
DRAWN BY:
LOD
W
JJL/MH
PE W W ZS GT GT
W JJL
CC
LOD CHK'D BY
W
CV CV
PE ARA ARA CC
W DATE
ARA W
ARA ARA
LOD
S
PRELIMINARY
PE ACA
S W W CC
PS APARTMENT A
ACA ARR
4-STORY / 35 UNIT
10,130 SF (40,520 GFA)
SS CC F.F.EL. = 36.00
LOD W W
PE SS
REVISION NOT FOR
PA
CC
SS W
W
PE SS
LOD
CONSTRUCTION
PS ACA
ARR CC
ACA
SS SD W
W
STORAGE ZS
SS SD
PE
LOD
PS
S W SS
W SS SD S SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS SS
SS
PROPOSED SANITARY SEWER, WATER EASEMENT No.
AND STORMDRAIN COMBINED
PE PS W
W
SD SWD W W W W W W W W W W
LOD ARR W
W SS
ACA
SD
1100 LAGRANGE PKWY
SD
PS
S ZS W
PE JV ZS
MATCHLINE - SEE SHEET L-103
OWNER/ HANAE HARMONY
JV W
LOD
W JV SS
x JV
ACA JV
SD SS JV W
NEWARK DE, 19702
JV x
JV
PE IO JV
W
CV CV
ZS ARA
W JV JV ZS
x S JV JV
LOD
JV JV JV
JV JV
IO SD SS ARR W
DEVELOPER: PROPERTIES
ACA W
PE W ARR
SS
IO GT
ACA
W
LOD SD SS W
IO W
PE SS
W ARA
IO SD SS W ARR
LOD W GT
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
PE ACA
SS
W
ACA
PS W
SD SS
EAST DOVER HUNDER ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
W
LOD
ARR ARA ARA
SS
PE W
GARAGE & STORAGE
W ARR
SD GT
SS W
PA
LOD
STONEBROOK EAST
SS W
PE W
JV x
ACA SD SS W
JV ARR ARA
PA ACA
W
LANDSCAPE PLAN
JV x
SS TO
LOD
JV W GT
PE
x
W JV JV TO
SD SS JV
JV TO
W
JV TO ARA
PA SS W ARR
JV TO
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STORAGE
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SHEET: SCALE:
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LANDSCAPE PLAN Soil, Water & the Environment
TIM HORNER, R.L.A.
PRELIMINARY
PROJECT NO.
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
NOT FOR WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
STONEBROOK EAST TEL. 302.239.6634
CONSTRUCTION FAX 302.239.8485
OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND,
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
1" = 30' E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
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STORAGE
WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
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SS W 2,500 SF
QPA
DUFFIELD
W
LOD
IO
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PE SS
PROPOSED 20' WIDE STORMDRAIN
IO SD W QPA TOT SHEET SHEET
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POOL
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IO 10'
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TEL. 302.239.6634
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STATE: DELAWARE R.L.A. #S1-0010613
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REVISION NOT FOR
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PE
DEVELOPER: PROPERTIES
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LOD JV SS SS W IO
10'
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IO
PE SS SD SS W
JV
LOD W ARR
QPA QPA
JV
QPA W
PE AC SS SD SS
QPA ARR
W
LOD
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
W
PS W
ARR
ACA ACA ACA W
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QPA W ACA ACA ACA ACA ACA W SS
PE SS SD SS
10' SD
AC W SS
LOD
PS W W SS
W
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PE AC PS SS
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SS ARR
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W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W
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DUFFIELD
TO
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
TO
AP
BASKETBALL A RT TO
A SHEET SHEET
COURT SS 10
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E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
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JV MV
TEL. 302.239.6634
ARA ARA L-104 L-105
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FAX 302.239.8485
W ARA
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STATE: DELAWARE R.L.A. #S1-0010613
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D
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PRELIMINARY
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ARR
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LOD
PHASE 1
NOT FOR
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REVISION
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RB
LOD
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CONSTRUCTION
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W ARA
RB
A
W
No.
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A
ARR W
ARA
1100 LAGRANGE PKWY
1
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LOD
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OWNER/
A
HANAE HARMONY
ARA
4
W
ARR ARR SWM FACILITY #1
NEWARK, DE 19702
49,247 SF (1.13± AC)
LOD
ARR W
DEVELOPER: PROPERTIES
W W W W W W W
W
W
SD LOD
ARR W
ARA
W
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ARR
SS
W W
SS
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
SS ARR
LOD
EAST DOVER HUNDER ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
W
ARA CV ARA
ARR
91 SD
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STONEBROOK EAST
CV
ARA SD ARA
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LOD
PA
LANDSCAPE PLAN
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PA IO IO PA
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PA PA PA PA MV PS PS
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PE
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W
LOD
500' SIGHT DISTANCE
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LOD LOD
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LOD LOD LOD
LOD
LOD
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W
LOD DLO
LOD
LOD
W LOD
LOD
W
LOD
LOD DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
W SCALE: 1" = 30'
LOD
30' 0 30' 60' PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
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W DRAWING SCALE 1" = 30' SHEET: L-105
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LANDSCAPE NOTES
DUFFIELD
PLANTING NOTES:
5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
1. MULCH ALL TREE PITS. PLANT BEDS, AND GROUND COVER AREAS WITH A MINIMUM 3" DEPTH (AFTER SETTLEMENT) OF
MULCH OR AS NOTED: SHREDDED HARDWOOD MULCH SHALL BE USED FOR ALL TREE PITS AND SHRUB BEDS.
1. CROWN OF ROOT BALL SHALL BEAR
2. THIS DRAWING TO BE USED FOR LANDSCAPE DEVELOPMENT PURPOSES ONLY. SAME RELATION (OR SLIGHTLY
3. ALL TREE STAKING, GUYING, AND WRAPPING SHALL BE REMOVED AFTER ONE YEAR. ABOVE) TO FINISHED GRADE AS IT
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
4. ALL SHRUB, FLOWER, AND GROUND COVER BEDS SHALL BE PITCHED OR CROWNED TO ASSURE A MINIMUM SURFACE BORE TO PREVIOUS GRADE.
PITCH OF 3% FOR POSITIVE SURFACE DRAINAGE. 2. DO NOT DAMAGE MAIN ROOTS OR
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY
DESTROY ROOT BALL WHEN
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5. ALL PROPOSED LANDSCAPE PLANT MATERIAL TO BE A FULL PRICE REPLACEMENT GUARANTEE FOR A PERIOD OF ONE INSTALLING TREE SUPPORT POSTS. POST
TEL. 302.239.6634
YEAR FROM THE DATE OF ACCEPTANCE, AGAINST DEFECTS INCLUDING DEATH AND UNSATISFACTORY GROWTH, EXCEPT 3. REMOVE HOSE AND POST AT END
SEE PLANT LIST FOR SPACING ROOT BALL
FOR DEFECTS RESULTING FROM NEGLECT BY OWNER, ABUSE OR DAMAGE BY OTHERS, OR UNUSUAL PHENOMENA OR OF GUARANTEE PERIOD (OR NO
INCIDENTS WHICH ARE BEYOND LANDSCAPE INSTALLER CONTROL. CONTRACTOR, IF NOT MAINTAINING THE PROPERTY LONGER THAN 12 MONTHS) TREE
DURING THE GUARANTEE PERIOD, SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAKING MONTHLY INSPECTIONS AND ISSUING WRITTEN HEDGE 4. CONTRACTOR TO PROVIDE
FAX 302.239.8485
REPORTS DETAILING ANY MAINTENANCE PRACTICES HE OBSERVES WHICH WOULD IN ANYWAY NEGATE HIS GUARANTEE PROTECTION AGAINST DEER
OBLIGATION. RED 3/4" SHALE
RUB/RUT WHICH IS NOT DIRECTLY
6. ALL AREAS BEYOND THE LIMIT OF LAWN/GROUNDCOVER THAT ARE DISTURBED BY CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS SHALL (2"-3" DEPTH)
ATTACHED TO TRUNK. (AS
ES
BE REPAIRED TO PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONDITION AND/OR TO COMPLY WITH STANDARDS INDICATED ON THE SOIL APPROVED) I M IUS
EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL PLAN. SPECIFIED PLANTING BACKFILL MIX T D
.5 RA
STATE: DELAWARE R.L.A. #S1-0010613
2
7. ALL TREES ADJACENT TO CURBS (OR EDGE OF PAVEMENT) SHALL BE PLACED 5'-0" AWAY UNDISTURBED R= LL
CHECKED BY: LG-Lnd-13053CA
FROM THE CURB FACE MEASURED TO THE CENTERLINE OF THE TREE TRUNK. IF PLACED IN SUBGRADE BA
FILE NAME:
THE MEDIAN ISLAND, THEY SHALL BE CENTERED IN THE SPACE BETWEEN THE CURBS OR AS 6"
TIM HORNER, R.L.A.
NOTED ON THE LANDSCAPE PLAN. ALL TREES PLANTED ADJACENT TO PEDESTRIAN 3" Root Ball Root Ball Root Ball Root Ball FINISHED GRADE POSTS (3) & 1'' X 2'' WOOD
BRACES NAILED TO POSTS.
WALKWAYS SHALL BE BRANCHED AT 7' INITIALLY.
(FOR TREES OVER 3'' CAL.)
TH
8. NO PLANT MATERIAL ABOVE 24" WILL BE INSTALLED WITHIN ANY APPROVED SIGHT TRIANGLE.
9. PLANT BACKFILL MIX SHALL CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING: 3" PLAN
DESIGNED BY:
1 PART AMENDED TOPSOIL (SCREENED) WITH FERTILIZATION AS REQUIRED BELOW:
DRAWN BY:
AMENDED TOPSOIL: SHALL BE WITHOUT ADMIXTURE OF SUBSOIL OF SLAG AND SHALL BE FREE OF STONES, LUMPS,
PLANTS OR THEIR ROOTS, STICKS AND EXTRANEOUS MATTER, AND SHALL NOT BE MOVED, PLACED OR USED WHILE IN 12" MIN
SCARIFY ROOT GCS TREESTRAP #2024, AVAILABLE
FROZEN OR MUDDY CONDITION. TOPSOIL SHALL HAVE AN ACIDITY RANGE OF pH 5.0 TO 7.0 AND SHALL CONTAIN NOT PIT-LOOSEN SUBSOIL JJL JJL
FROM GCS, INC., 230 CENTER STREET,
LESS THAN 5% ORGANIC MATTER AS DETERMINED BY THE "WALKLEY-BLACK METHOD" (COLORIMETRIC VERSION). AND LIGHTLY TAMP NORTH WALES, PA 19454. (215) 661-9070
SUFFICIENT LIMESTONE SHALL BE ADDED TO TOPSOIL USED TO BRING SOIL TO RANGE NOTE:
1. CROWN OF ROOT BALL TO BE APPROXIMATELY 3" ABOVE EXISTING GRADE. CHK'D BY
OF pH 6.0 TO pH 6.5. THERE SHALL BE A MINIMUM OF 12" OF TOPSOIL (AFTER SETTLEMENT) IN ALL PLANT BEDS, OR
NO. 10 GAUGE GALVANIZED ANNEALED
GROUND COVER AREAS AND 3" IN ALL FINE LAWN, SEEDED AREAS OR AS CALLED FOR. AREAS WHERE PAVING HAS BEEN 1'' X 2'' WOOD BRACE NAILED TO STEEL WIRE TWISTED 2 STRANDS DATE
REMOVED TO PROVIDE LAWN OR PLANTING BED AREA SHALL BE ROTOTILLED TO A DEPTH OF AT LEAST 12 INCHES PRIOR 2. REMOVE COLLAR ROPES AND BURLAP FROM TOP 1/3 OF ROOT BALL. POSTS FOR TREES OVER 3'' CAL. DOUBLE WRAPPED
TO PLACING TOPSOIL.
3. HEDGE PLANTING TRENCH SHALL BE CONTINUOUS FOR ENTIRE LENGTH OF HEDGE.
PRELIMINARY
FERTILIZATION: 1. FOR TREES, SHRUBS AND ALL GROUND COVER (HERBACEOUS AND CONIFEROUS): "TERRA-SORB" POSTS TO BE WHITE CEDAR AS FOLLOWS:
AG AT THE RATE OF 32 OZ PER CUBIC YARD OF SOIL MIX.
2. FOR TREES AND SHRUBS (EXCLUDING CONIFEROUS GROUND COVER): PHC HEALTHY START 3-4-3 DETAIL: HEDGE PLANTING 2- 2 1\2'' DIA. POST (MINOR TREE) 4' POST HEIGHT
3- 3 1\2'' DIA. POSTS (MAJOR TREES TO 3'' CAL.) 5' POST HEIGHT
3- 3 1\2'' DIA. POSTS (MAJOR TREES OVER 3'' CAL.) 7' POST HEIGHT
ORGANIC FERTILIZER/SOIL CONDITIONER, SHALL BE APPLIED AT 1/2 LB. PER TRUNK DIAMETER (CAL. INCH) FOR TREES.
FOR SHRUBS USE THE FOLLOWING TABLE:
SCALE: NOT TO SCALE POST SHALL EXTEND BELOW FINISHED GRADE 2'-6'' MIN.
REVISION NOT FOR
PLANT SIZE RATE CUPS LBS. #PLANT BAG
1 GALLON 1/2 1/4 100
5 GALLON 1 1/2 50 CHINA GIRL/CHINA BOY HOLLY VARIES (SHALL BE 6''
15 GALLON 2 1 25 HEDGE BEYOND BALL MINIMUM.)
CONSTRUCTION
24" BALL/BOX 3 1 1/2 16 3" DEPTH (AFTER SETTLEMENT) OF
36" BALL/BOX 5 2 1/2 10 SHREDDED HARDWOOD BARK MULCH 3" DEPTH (AFTER SETTLEMENT)
42" BALL/BOX 6 3 8 OF SHREDDED HARDWOOD MULCH.
54" BALL/BOX 8 4 6 CUT ROPES AT TOP OF BALL NO MULCH SHOULD BE TOUCHING
3:1 STEEPEST ADJACENT TURF OR MULCH-SEE REMOVE TOP 1/3 OF BURLAP
72" BALL/BOX 10 5 5 TREE TRUNKS
ALLOWED (TYPICAL) 3 PLANS
3'-0'' (MAX)
1 SPECIFIED PLANTING BACKFILL
FOR HERBACEOUS AND CONIFEROUS GROUND COVER: DRY ROOTS 2 SHALL BE APPLIED AT THE FOLLOWING RATES: MULCH RADIUS SPECIFIED PLANTING BACKFILL MIX No.
5 MIX
CONIFEROUS GROUND COVER: 1 5:1 SIDE SLOPE (PREFERRED LAWN OR FINISH
6" CONDITION) (TYPICAL) GRADE
PLANT SIZE RATE CUPS LBS. #PLANT BAG 3" FINISHED GRADE
15-18" B&B 1 1/2 3/4 37 ROOT BALL
11000 LAGRANGE PKWY
12'' (MIN.)
OWNER/ HANAE HARMONY
HERBACEOUS GROUND COVER: 20LBS./1000 SQUARE FEET.
FOR LAWN AND SEEDED AREAS: 10-6-4 50% ORGANIC FERTILIZER AT THE RATE OF 20LBS. PER 1,000 SQUARE FEET
NEWARK, DE 19702
(OR AS REQUIRED BY TOPSOIL ANALYSIS REPORT).
10. ALL PLANT MATERIAL MUST COMPLY WITH THE RECOMMENDATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS OF ANSI Z60.1 "STANDARD FOR UNDISTURBED
NURSERY STOCK". SUBGRADE
11. PLANT QUANTITIES ARE GIVEN FOR COMPARISON PURPOSES ONLY. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR CONFIRMING PLANT
DEVELOPER: PROPERTIES
RADIUS= 2.5 TIMES BALL RADIUS UNDISTURBED SOIL UNDER BALL
COUNTS AND SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING ALL PLANT MATERIAL SHOWN ON THE DRAWING. ANY DISCREPANCIES
BETWEEN PLANT SCHEDULE QUANTITIES AND PLANS SHALL IMMEDIATELY BE BROUGHT TO THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT'S 12" MIN SECTION
ATTENTION PRIOR TO SUBMISSION OF BID. NO SUBSTITUTIONS OF TYPE OF PLANT MATERIAL OR SIZES OF PLANT MATERIAL
WILL BE ACCEPTABLE UNLESS APPROVED BY THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT. ANY CHANGES TO AN APPROVED LANDSCAPE
12.
PLAN MUST BE AUTHORIZED BY THE LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT.
APPLY ANTI-DESICCANT PRIOR TO THE ONSET OF WINTER AND AGAIN IN MID-WINTER, USING POWER SPRAY TO PROVIDE AN
3'-4" WIDE TRENCH DETAIL: TREE PLANTING
ADEQUATE FILM OVER TRUNKS, BRANCHES, STEMS, TWIGS, AND FOLIAGE. IF DECIDUOUS TREES OR SHRUBS ARE MOVED IN FULL-LEAF, SCALE: NOT TO SCALE
SPRAY WITH ANTI-DESICCANT AT NURSERY BEFORE MOVING AND AGAIN TWO WEEKS AFTER INSTALLATION.
5'-0" WIDE PLANTING BED (MIN)
13. ALL PLANTED TREES, SHRUBS, GROUND COVERS AND ANNUAL FLOWERS, SHALL BE MAINTAINED UNTIL FINAL ACCEPTANCE
SITE DEVELOPMENT SUBDIVISION PLANS
OF THE COMPLETED CONTRACT, OR WHEN INSTALLATION IS ACCEPTED AND MAINTENANCE IS TRANSFERRED TO OWNER.
MAINTENANCE SHALL INCLUDE WATERING, CULTIVATING, CONTROL OF INSECTS, FUNGUS, AND OTHER HORTICULTURAL
EAST DOVER HUNDER ~ KENT COUNTY ~ DELAWARE
14.
OPERATIONS NECESSARY FOR THE PROPER GROWTH OF ALL PLANT MATERIAL.
PLANT LOCATIONS SHOWN ON THE PLAN ARE APPROXIMATE AND SUBJECT TO FIELD AND UTILITY LOCATIONS.
DETAIL: HEDGE PLANTING CROSS SECTION
LANDSCAPE NOTES AND DETAILS
15. PERMANENT SEEDING MIX PER DNREC STANDARD DETAIL DE-ESC 3.4.3. REFER TO SEDIMENT AND STORMWATER PLANS. SCALE: NOT TO SCALE
ALL PERVIOUS AREAS THAT DO NOT RECEIVE SHREDDED HARDWOOD MULCH SHALL BE SEEDED ACCORDING TO THE TABLE BELOW.
PERMANENT SEEDING AND SEEDING DATES (cont.)
STONEBROOK EAST
Optimum Seeding Dates 2
Seeding Mixtures Seeding Rate1 O = Optimum Planting Period Remarks
A = Acceptable planting Period
Mix No. Certified Seed 3 Coastal Plain Piedmont All 4
lb/1000 2/1- 5/1- 8/15- 3/1- 5/1- 8/1- SPREADING
Poorly Drained Soils lbs/Ac 10/31- 2/1
sq.ft. 4/30 8/14 10/31 4/30 7/31 10/31 SHRUB (TYP.)
14 Creeping Red Fescue 50 1.15 O A O O A O Shade tolerant,
Rough Bluegrass or 90 2.1 moisture tolerant. 3% (TYP.)
Chewings Fescue
1. When hydroseeding is the choosen method of application, the total rate of seed should be increased by 25%.
2. Winter seeding requires 3 tons per acre of straw mulch. Planting dates listed above are average for Delaware. These dates may require FINISHED 3" DEPTH (AFTER SETTLEMENT) OF
adjustment to reflect local conditions.
3. All seed shall meet the minimum purity and maximum germination percentages recommended by the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
GRADE SHREDDED HARDWOOD MULCH.
The maximum % of weed seeds shall be in accordance with Section 1, Chapter 24, Title 3 of the Delaware Code. CREATE A WELL AROUND EACH
4. Cool season species may be planted throughout summer if soil moisture is adequate or seeded area can be irrigated.
5. All leguminous seed must be inoculated. SHRUB AS SHOWN.
6. Warm season grass mix and Reed Canary Grass cannot be mowed more than 4 times per year.
7. Warm season grasses require a soil temperature of at least 50 degrees in order to germinate, and will remain dormant untill then. SPECIFIED PLANTING
BACKFILL MIX
16. ALL PLANTING SHALL BE PLANTED NO LESS THAN 10 FEET (MEASURED FROM CENTER OF TRUNK) OF ANY UNDERGROUND UTILITY OR ROOT MASS
INFRASTRUCTURE.
UNDISTURBED
SUBGRADE
TREE PROTECTION NOTES SCARIFY ROOT PIT-LOOSEN
SUBSOIL AND LIGHTLY TAMP
1. LIMIT OF WORK LINE TO BE DELINEATED BY SNOW FENCING OR APPROVED EQUAL. ALL TREES IDENTIFIED AS
BEING PRESERVED FOR CREDIT SHALL BE 1. CROWN OF ROOT MASS TO BE SLIGHTLY ABOVE EXISTING
FENCED ALONG OR BEYOND THEIR DRIP LINE. SEE TREE PROTECTION DETAIL ON THIS SHEET. GRADE. IF DRAINAGE IS QUESTIONABLE NOTIFY LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECT IMMEDIATELY FOR DECISION.
2. PROTECTIVE FENCING TO BE SNOW FENCING OR EQUIVALENT TO PROTECT VEGETATION FROM HEAVY
MACHINERY 2. FOR BARE ROOT SHRUBS: THIN BRANCHES AND FOLIAGE
OR CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. (NOT ALL END TIPS) BY 1/3 RETAINING NORMAL PLANT
SHAPE. (BARE ROOT PLANTS ONLY).
3. PROTECTIVE FENCING TO BE ERECTED BEFORE EXCAVATION AND REMOVED UPON COMPLETION OF GRADING. 3. FOR CONTAINER SHRUBS: REMOVE POT, CHECK ROOT
SYSTEM. IF THERE ARE ANY SIGNS OF BEING ROOT BOUND,
SLASH ROOT MASS (WITH A SHARP KNIFE) VERTICALLY IN 4
CONTRACTOR NOTES EQUIDISTANT LOCATIONS.
4. FOR BALLED AND BURLAPPED SHRUBS: REMOVE COLLAR
1. CONTRACTOR SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE CODES AND ORDINANCES REGARDING LANDSCAPING. ROPES AND TOP 1/3 OF BURLAP. 5. CROWN OR SLOPE ALL
SHRUB BEDS TO ASSURE A MIN. PITCH OF 3%.
2. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR TO ESTABLISH A HEALTHY STAND OF GRASS ON ALL SEEDED AREAS. DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2021
3. GENERAL CONTRACTOR IS TO CLEAN ENTIRE SITE OF ALL CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS AND RAKE ENTIRE SITE.
SHRUB PLANTING DETAIL SCALE: 1" = 30'
NOT TO SCALE
PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
SHEET: L-106
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OFFICES IN DELAWARE, MARYLAND,
WEB: HTTP://DUFFNET.COM
DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES Soil, Water & the Environment
FIRE MARSHAL PLAN 5400 LIMESTONE ROAD
WILMINGTON, DE 19808-1232
STONEBROOK EAST NORTH
PENNSYLVANIA AND NEW JERSEY E-MAIL: DUFFIELD@DUFFNET.COM
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ELECTRIC MANHOLE WATER MAIN
W W
GENERAL NOTES: LIGHT POLES WATER VALVE
SANITARY SEWER LINE FIRE HYDRANT
1. THE PURPOSE OF THE PLAN IS TO CONSTRUCT A 107 LOT SUBDIVISION WITH TOWNHOUSES AND GARDEN SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE RBA RIPARIAN BUFFER
CERTIFICATION OF PLAN ACCURACY: SANITARY SEWER FLOW ARROW LOD LIMIT OF DISTURBANCE
APARTMENTS WITH ASSOCIATED DRIVE AISLES AND PARKING SPACES. STORM DRAIN LINE
2. BOUNDARY AND TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY DATA SHOWN HERE WAS PREPARED BY TRANSITION ENGINEERING I, KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E., HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM A REGISTERED STORM MANHOLE
STORM DRAIN FLOW ARROW
SURVEYING DATED JUNE 1, 2021. PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE, THAT THE INFORMATION SHOWN STORM DRAIN INLET
3. A PORTION OF THIS SITE IS LOCATED WITHIN FLOOD ZONE X AS DEPICTED ON FEMA MAP #10001C0154H, DATED HERON HAS BEEN PREPARED UNDER MY SUPERVISION AND TO THE BEST OF MY WATER MAIN
WATER VALVE
MAY 5, 2003.
SHEET INDEX
KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF REPRESENTS GOOD ENGINEERING PRACTICES AS REQUIRED BY
FIRE HYDRANT DATE: NOVEMBER 03, 2023
THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE.
4. A WETLAND EVALUATION WAS CONDUCTED BY DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES IN XXXX AND NO WETLANDS WERE FOUND FM-101 INDEX SHEET
ON THE SITE. FM-102 SITE PLAN
__________ ______ __________________________________________________
SCALE: 1" = 80'
FM-103 SITE PLAN
5. ANY NATURAL OR LP GAS BOTTLES, METERS, REGULATORS, ETC. MUST HAVE IMPACT PROTECTION. DATE KENNETH JAMES TAYLOR, JR., P.E. 80' 0 80' 160'
6. NO DEBRIS IS TO BE BURIED ON THIS SITE.
FM-104
FM-105
SITE PLAN
SITE PLAN REGISTRATION #21140
PROJECT NO. 13053.CA
DUFFIELD ASSOCIATES, INC. DRAWING SCALE 1" = 80'
7. ALL FIRE LANES, FIRE HYDRANTS, AND FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTIONS SHALL BE MARKED IN ACCORDANCE SHEET: FM-101
WITH THE STATE FIRE PREVENTION REGULATIONS.
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