Welcome to
Planner's Corner, a monthly update on the activities of the Williston Planning
and Zoning Department.
(This post
was written by Brad Falco, Planning Technician)
Hello,
Willistonians!
The snow has
melted and many of you are undoubtedly looking towards your yards and outside
areas plotting your next project! You may be wondering (or dreading) if you
have to apply for an administrative permit with Planning and Zoning. Have no
fear! The planning and zoning office is happy to provide information to help
you understand the process and guide you in getting it started!
Here is some
general information on administrative permits (not an exhaustive list, but a
place to start):
-You need to
apply for an administrative permit for most development or improvements on your
land including, but not limited to, sheds, driveways, pools, decks, garages,
additions and fences. All development, (with the exception of fences) are
subject to property line setbacks. These setbacks vary by zoning district.
-Permit application
forms and checklists are available by going to www.town.williston.vt.us ->
Departments & Services -> Planning & Zoning -> Application forms,
checklists, and fees
-Fill the
application out completely! Even if you got materials for free and/or are doing
the work yourself, you need to provide an estimated total construction cost of
materials and labor. We gather this information to help in determining the value
of construction going on in town.
-After you
have filled out the application, you will want to find the related
administrative permit checklist. This checklist has instructions for applicants
about additional materials needed with your permit application. These materials
give the Administrator the full picture of what and where you are proposing to
do work.
-The
administrative permit application will have a fee, due at the time of
submission. Because projects vary greatly in size and scope, we will help you
determine the fee calculation on an individual basis. Cash, check, or credit
card are all accepted forms of payment. (Note that there is a small processing
fee for a card, and American Express cards are not accepted).
-Once the
permit is submitted, you will hear back from the office in about a week. You
will then be issued a large red “Z-Card”. This card must be posted on site,
clearly visible from the nearest road, for a 15-day appeal period BEFORE you
begin your project. After the 15-days is up, the permit is valid for 2 years.
“What’s my
Zoning District?” “What’re my setbacks?” “Has my permit expired yet?” You may
have more questions specific to your project or you may want more information
on requirements of the Williston Unified Development Bylaw. Please call
Planning & Zoning at 802-878-6704 or email bfalco@willistonvt.org. There are no
bad questions! We want to help Williston’s residents have a clear understanding
of the Town’s permitting process and requirements.
Here’s a summary of what’s coming up for our board in the next month.
Agendas, meeting minutes, and supporting documents for the items discussed
below can be found on the “Public Records and Documents” page of Williston’s website. [MB1]
Development Review Board (DRB)
WHEN: May 14th & May 28th at 7:00 PM
WHERE: Town Hall Meeting Room – 7900 Williston Road
WHAT:
DP 18-21.1 The Thelma L. Robear Revocable Trust requests a
discretionary permit to adjust the boundary lines of Lots 1-4 and Lots 8-9 of
the Robear Subdivision located at 4964 Williston Road in the Industrial Zoning
District West (IZDW). (5/14)
DP 18-08 DDH GSH Trust requests a discretionary permit for a 5-lot
residential subdivision at 1337 Old Stage Road in the Agricultural Rural
Residential Zoning District (ARZD). (5/14)
DP 19-21 Adams Real Properties, LLC requests a discretionary permit to
install fencing and landscaping at existing FedEx facility located at 921
Marshall Avenue in the Industrial Zoning District West (IZDW). Continued from
April 23, 2019. (5/14)
DP 18-06.1 VT Hotel Group LLC requests a discretionary permit to revise
the building façade, color, materials, roof-line, and site plan of a proposed
4-story, 92-room hotel at 34-82 Blair Park Road in the Business Park Zoning
District (BPZD). (5/28)
DP 19-23 REM Development Company requests a discretionary permit to
establish a master sign plan at existing commercial site at 296 Avenue D in the
Industrial West Zoning District (IZDW). (5/28)
Historical
and Architectural Advisory Committee (HAAC)
WHEN: May 7th
& May 21st at 5:30 PM
WHAT:
Review DP
18-06.1 VT Hotel Group LLC requests a discretionary permit to revise the
building façade, color, materials, roof-line, and site plan of a proposed
4-story, 92-room hotel at 34-82 Blair Park Road in the BPZD. Discuss revisions
to Chapter 42 – Allowed Uses in Village. Discuss density & form based code
(5/7)
Discussions
will continue for 5/21 meeting.
Williston
Conservation Commission (WCC)
WHEN: May 1st
& May 15th – 7:00 AM
WHAT:
Site plan
review of DP 18-08 – Handy 5-Lot Subdivision. Allen Brook Boardwalk alternative
analysis presentation. (5/1)
Mud Pond
Conservation Area Management Plan (5/15), site plan review of applications for
June 11 DRB.
Planning
Commission (PC)
WHEN: May 7th
& May 21st at 7:00 PM
WHERE: Town
Hall Annex Conference Room – 7878 Williston Road
WHAT:
Discuss
parking standards. (5/7)
Village
check-in (5/21)
For more
information about the DRB, HAAC, WCC, or PC visit www.williston.vt.gov, click on the
“Boards and Commissions” Tab on the left side of the page, then click on the
relevant board or commission link. Our staff is ready to assist you from
8:00-4:30, Monday through Friday. We can be reached at 802-878-6704 or by email.
