PLANNING COMMISSION August15,2018  THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE GREENE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION WAS HELD ON WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2018,  AT 6:30 PM IN THE COUNTY MEETING ROOM. Members present were: Jay Willer, Chairman  William Saunders, III, Vice-Chairman Steve Kruskamp, Jr., Member John McCloskey, Member Ron Williams, Member Dale Herring, Ex-Officio Member Jim Frydi, Planning Director Stephanie Golon, County Planner Shawn Leake, Zoning Officer Marsha Alley, Secretary  Staff present were:  CALL TO ORDER  The Chairman called the meeting to order. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM  Each member stated their name on the record to determine a quorum. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE & MOMENT OF SILENCE  Mr. Willer led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance and a Moment of Silence.  PUBLIC HEARINGS  Greene County Zoning Ordinance Revision: Amend Articles 4-1-2.2 and 4- 11 (Commercial Kennels), Article 9-1-2.01 & 2.02 (Animal Shelters and Animal Kennels), and Article 22 (Definitions), and all applicable references to clarify the regulations relating to these uses. (OR#17-002) Mr. Willer read the request and asked for a report.  Mr. Frydi addressed the Commission. He reviewed the application which was submitted in 2017 with various reviews and work sessions during that time. He gave a brief history of the review and the proposed language and definitions relating to animal kennels and animal shelters. He noted that the specific proposal relates to zoning as it applies to commercial kennels. He stated that other agencies regulate other animal related issues. He reviewed the existing language which refers to ten canines and how the regulations impact those who  would like to operate with fewer than ten canines.    Planning Commissionl Meeting  August 15,2018  He reviewed the ideas and feedback provided from the previous work session  which included:  Clarify less than versus fewer than Include language regarding compensation  Review the consistency with the establishment terminology uses defined as animal kennels and kennel, commercial.  After further review, staff has included additional clarification regarding the  He reviewed the proposed language as follows:  KENNEL, SMALL COMMERICAL: An establishment in which fewer than five (5) canines, felines, or hybrids of either are kept for the purposes of breeding, training, renting, buying, or boarding for compensation. Home litters are excluded. This use would be allowed in the C-1 and B-2 zoning ANIMAL SHELTER: An establishment used to house or contain stray, homeless, abandoned or unwanted animals and that is owned and operated, or maintained by a public body, established humane society, animal welfare society (such as the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals), or other nonprofit organization devoted to the welfare, protection, and humane treatment of animals. This use would be allowed int the C-1 and B-2 zoning districts by special use permit. KENNEL, LARGE COMMERCIAL: An establishment where five (5) or more canines, felines, or hybrids of either are kept for the purposes of breeding, training, renting, buying or boarding for compensation. Home litters are excluded. This use would be allowed in the C-1 and B-2 zoning  districts by-right.  districts by special use permit.  There was discussion regarding the districts in which the uses would be allowed. Itwas noted that the uses allowed in the C-1 district by-right and by special use Mr. Willer suggested including the A-1 inclusion language ini the chart as well. There was discussion regarding the need to be clear as to which districts would  permit are included in the A-1 district as well.  allow the uses.  Mr. Willer asked if there is a definition for home litter. itcould be included if the Commission sO chose.  Mr. Frydl stated that there is currently no definition for home litterand noted that  There was discussion regarding a likely definition for home litter. Mr. Fryd! suggested that a home litter would not be kept for the purpose. of  compensation as noted in the definition.  2    Planning Commission Meeting  August 15,2018  There was discussion regarding accidental breeding, home litters and how it Mr. Saunders suggested removing the home litterstatement from the definition Mr. Frydl stated that the statement can be removed, adding that it had been There was discussion regarding the selling of pets from a pet owner's  would relate to the definitions as proposed.  as iti is a clarifying statement and not a part of the definition.  included in hopes of providing clarity. perspective and as a commercial business.  Mr. Frydi offered a brief history of complaints received through the zoning office. He noted that most complaints were found to be unsubstantiated. There was continued discussion regarding the exclusion of the home litter statement. It was suggested that a definition should be included for home litter. Mr. Williams noted that it is a zoning issue and pointed out that a hobbyist Mr. McCloskey asked if there should be a limit to the number of litters. Mr. Saunders stated that the title of the definitions indicates that they are for commercial uses. He noted that the removal of the home litter statement may remove any confusion or potential for loopholes. He added that there is no There was discussion regarding the need for having a definition for home litter. Mrs. Golon stated that if the home litterstatement is removed, there is no need for a definition for home litter. She pointed out that removing the statement and leaving the word compensation would likely clarify the definition. There was discussion regarding the issue being complaint driven and how the Mr. Willer stated that he would be comfortable with removing the home litter There was discussion regarding the language and whether the statement should be removed or clarified by including a non-commercial statement.  perspective could become a commercial use.  desire to restrict the hunting dogs.  issue would be addressed.  statement.  The Chairman opened the public hearing.  John Hayes addressed the Commission. He wondered when Greene County had begun to be suburbanized and who could afford to build an Animal Shelter in  3    Planning Commission Meeting  August 15,2018  these areas. He noted that no one will obey these rules and that people will continue to breed. He asked when Animal Shelters were allowed in the  ordinance.  Mrs. Golon stated that the use was included in 2009.  Mr. Hayes gave a history of how the. Animal Shelter came into being in Greene County. He noted that the Animal Shelter is located in A-1. He suggested using There being no further public comment, the Chairman closed the public hearing. Mr. Saunders clarified that the objective in this proposal is to be less restrictive Mr. Willer stated that the language would create the opportunity to investigate any violations related to the animal kennel uses and enforce the ordinance. Mr. Kruskamp stated that the definition could read that the compensation would be for boarding only. He suggested clarifying that compensation for any of those Mr. Williams pointed out that the language applies to canines and felines only  the commercial language and not worrying about the others.  and more inclusive of these uses.  uses would apply.  and asked if that should be addressed at this time. There was discussion regarding Mr. Williams observation.  Mr. Williams made a motion to recommend approval of ordinance revision 1. Remove the last sentence relating to home litters from the definitions for 2. Revise the language of KENNEL, SMALL COMMERICAL to read: An establishment in which fewer than five (5) canines, felines, or hybrids of either are kept for compensation for the purposes of breeding, training, 3. Revise the language of KENNEL, LARGE COMMERCIAL to read: An establishment where five (5) or more canines, felines, or hybrids of either are kept for compensation for the purposes of breeding, training, renting,  OR#17-002 with the following revisions: small and large kennels.  renting, buying, or boarding.  buying or boarding.  Mr. Willer asked if there were any other questions or discussion for any other There was a brief review and discussion relating to the zoning districts for the  items, such as the zoning districts for these uses.  uses.  Mr. McCloskey seconded the motion.  4    Planning Commission Meeting  August 15,2018  The vote was taken. AYE Mr. Kruskamp Mr. McCloskey Mr. Williams Mr. Saunders Mr. Willer  NAY  ABSTAIN  The motion to recommend approval of OR#17-002 carried by a 5-0 vote.  OLD/NEW BUSINESS  Mr. Frydl stated that he was unaware of any items to be addressed. Mrs. Golon gave an update on the status of the Ruckersville Area Plan.  APPROVAL OF MINUTES  Mr. Saunders made a motion to approve the June 20, 2018 meeting minutes as  presented.  Mr. Kruskamp seconded the motion.  The minutes for the June 20, 2018 meeting were approved by a 3-0 vote as Mr. Williams and Mr. McCloskey abstained as they were not present at the June  meeting.  OTHER PLANNING MATTERS Town of Stanardsville Information gave an update on the Town Market project.  Mr. Frydl stated that there are no scheduled items with the Town at this time. He Mr. McCloskey noted that staff has been hired for events for venues such as this. Mr. Frydl stated that there are no applications for next month; therefore, there will Mr. Willer announced that Marsha Alley and Shawn Leake have accepted other employment opportunities. He thanked them for their service and wished them Mr. Frydi presented Mrs. Alley and Mr. Leake with Certificates of Appreciation  Next Month's Agenda be no meeting next month.  well in their future endeavors.  and thanked them for their years of dedicated service.  5    Planning Commission Meeting  August 15,2018  ADJOURNMENT  There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.  Respectfully submitted, Marsha, Alley Secretary  ef/2ur Datel  l