Please address the following:
Show all FDC locations on the plan. Keep in mind a water flow analysis may be required to determine the correct water main size to meet sprinkler system demand and fire flow requirements due to the magnitude of the project. Depending on the height of the floors Standpipe(s) may be required if the floor elevation is greater than 30' above the lowest level of fire department vehicle access. I did not see the type of Building Construction according to the International Building Code on the plans. Please add that to the plans unless I overlooked it.
Please add a Fire & Life Safety Notes section to the plans and add the following notes:
• Contractor shall maintain an all-weather access for emergency vehicles at all times during construction
• New hydrants must be brought into service prior to combustible materials delivered to the job site
• Hydrant must be within 150' of the FDC (measured as the truck drives for practical use)
• FDC must be within 40' of fire apparatus placement
• Landscaping or parking cannot block or impede the FDC or fire hydrants. A 3-foot clear space shall be maintained around the circumference of the hydrant and FDC
• Additional fire protection and accessibility requirements may be required due to any special circumstances concerning the project.
• Private Underground Fire Lines require a separate underground fire line permit from the Wilmington Fire and Life Safety Division 910-343-0696
• All isolation valves within the “Hot Box” shall be electrically supervised. Please work closely with your fire sprinkler and alarm installer in regards to running wire for tamper switch.
Please contact Chris Walker at 343-3918 or email at chris.walker@wilmingtonnc.gov with any questions.
AMBERLEIGH SHORES PHASE II [TRC Plan Review]
Initial Review Note
All comments are based on adopted policy documents, specific City of Wilmington Land Development Code (CofW LDC) and City of Wilmington Technical Standards and Specifications Manual (CofWTSSM) requirements in effect at the time of this review. These have been noted after the comment as appropriate for your ease in further research.
The City Engineer may administratively approve dimensional variance requests per LDC Sec. 18-348. If the Applicant feels further interpretation is in order, please contact Transportation Planning directly to discuss in additional detail. Please apply for all administrative variances in writing, an email is acceptable or this may be included on the plan set. Please see Sec. 18-348 of the Land Development Code for the information required to process a variance request.
BASE INFORMATION:
• Revise all sheets to accurately illustrate the existing conditions on and surrounding this parcel. Show all adjacent traffic signs, lane configurations, traffic control devices and pavement markings on the site inventory plan. Please refer to the Technical Standards and Specifications Manual (link is below) Ch. VII C.1.a.2.for specific information and distance requirements. Contact Traffic Engineering at 341-7888 if you need assistance locating these elements.
NCDOT:
It is the Applicant’s responsibility to coordinate directly with NCDOT to determine if any driveway permits/ revisions/ review processes are required. Contact NCDOT at 910. 251.2655. Please note additional comments may be forthcoming once coordination occurs.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – ACCESS (driveway, sidewalk, and sight distance):
1. There are more than one existing driveways in front of this property. Note which existing driveways will be closed. When the use of any driveway has been permanently discontinued, replace all necessary curbs, gutters, aprons, sidewalks, and appurtenances thereto [Sec. 18-530 CofW LDC]. Please label it accordingly.
2. Driveways shall be City-standard ramp-type driveways. Show City standard detail(s) on plan. [SD 3-03.3 & 3-03.4 (Vertical curb) CofWTSSM]. Where no curb exists in the vicinity, a flat slab type or a street type entrance may be allowed or required by the City Engineer. [page 7-9 CofWTSSM]
3. Dimension driveway widths and tapers. [Sec.18-529 CofW LDC]
4. Provide dimensions for the connector driveway accessing Amberleigh Shores Phase 1 and driveway for Buildings 6 and 7 of Phase 2.
5. The minimum two-lane driveway width is 23’. [7-9 CofW Tech Stds]
6. The maximum two-lane driveway width is 30’. [7-9 CofW Tech Stds]
7. A pavement marking plan is required for the driveway if it is greater than 30’ in width. [page 7-9 CofWTSSM]
8. Please provide additional dimensions for the sidewalk and parking space for Buildings 6 and 7 of this phase.
9. Provide a sidewalk connection between the site and the proposed 10’ multi-use path.
10. Please show the sidewalk connection to Buildings 6 and 7 from rest of the project.
11. City’s site distance triangle at the driveway is not implemented as per standard. Show and apply the City’s 20’x70’ sight distance triangle at the driveway on the site plan and landscaping plan. [Sec.18-529(c)(3)CofW LDC]
12. Movement prohibition sign:
`No Left Turn’ sign (R3-2) must be installed at the reconfigured driveway, in accordance with MUTCD to restrict the egress traffic from turning left into Market St. This sign may be used in conjunction with other required signs as per MUTCD. Show the location and label this sign on the plan.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – PARKING:
13. The minimum radius is 25’ for any portion of a parking lot adjacent to a travel way (i.e. islands at the end of a parking bay) for parking that is open to the public. If the travel way will not be used for emergency service vehicles or truck traffic, you may request a tighter radius, the minimum is 15’. This request must be made in writing (an email message is acceptable). [Chapter VII, Detail SD 15-13 CofWTSSM]
14. Disregard this comment in pdf attachment
15. Portions of the proposed development do not appear to be in compliance with the 500’/800’ rule pertaining to the maximum length of a private drive/parking lot. [Chapter VII , C (4), pg. 7-15 to 7-16 CofWTSSM]
16. Please show all the traffic control devices and pavement marking showing the traffic flow for this project.
17. A backing stub will be required for the parking facility of Building 7. The backing stub is to be 10’ deep by 15’ wide. Please dimension. [Chapter VII ,Detail SD 15-12 CofWTSSM]
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – Barrier Free Design:
18. Show the typical handicap sign detail on the plan as per ADA and City standards. [Sheets A1 of 5 and A2 of 5, CofW Sign Specification]
https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/home/showdocument?id=3940
19. The 5’ sidewalk as proposed where adjacent to 90 degree parking spaces does not meet ADA requirements. An allowance for a 3’ vehicle overhang must be considered. 4' of the sidewalk must remain clear for pedestrian use [Chapter VII, Detail SD 3-07 & SD 15-13 CofWTSSM]
20. If the sidewalk width is not revised to meet ADA standards, provide wheel stops for parking spaces perpendicular to sidewalk to allow for car overhang and pedestrian use. [Chapter VII, Detail SD 15-13 CofWTSSM]
21. Please provide the handicap ramp at the end of each sidewalk throughout the site.
22. Plan shows the location of handicap ramps for the accessible aisles. Show the symbol for handicap ramps on the plan.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Permitting of business identification signage is a separate process. NCDOT/ City of Wilmington will not allow obstructions within the right of way.
Please let me know if you have any questions or if I can be of further assistance as this development moves through the review process.
AMBERLEIGH SHORES PHASE 2 [TRC Plan Review]
Initial Review Note
All comments are based on adopted policy documents, specific City of Wilmington Land Development Code (CofW LDC) and City of Wilmington Technical Standards and Specifications Manual (CofWTSSM) requirements in effect at the time of this review. These have been noted after the comment as appropriate for your ease in further research.
The City Engineer may administratively approve dimensional variance requests per LDC Sec. 18-348. If the Applicant feels further interpretation is in order, please contact Transportation Planning directly to discuss in additional detail. Please apply for all administrative variances in writing, an email is acceptable or this may be included on the plan set. Please see Sec. 18-348 of the Land Development Code for the information required to process a variance request.
BASE INFORMATION:
*Revise Existing Conditions sheets and site plan sheets to show Market Street Lane configurations and Median configurations.
*Coordinate with Traffic Engineering the removal and storage of any Traffic Equipment, or Signs during the demolition, construction, and opening of this development.
NCDOT:
The site plans show the intersection of Market Street/ Alexander Road and the Site Driveway as a full access intersection. Show the Market Street Lane configurations and median along the frontage of this project.
Coordinate with NCDOT a traffic control plan for the Closure of any Streets, Sidewalks, or Driveways for the duration of this project.
Coordinate with NCDOT any detour and closure plan for the Market Street /Amberleigh Shores Multi-use Trail required for the demolition, construction or opening of this project.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS- NEW ROADS:
1. The plan profile pages show Road A, Road B and Road C, however, the site plan does not show any streets.
2. Please provide street names for Road A, Road B and Road C on all plan sheets.
3. The plans for the Force Main construction show areas with new asphalt street sections. Please clarify if these sections are new street/ driveway connections or utility resurfacing areas.
4. Install a Wheel Chair Ramp/Handicap Accessible connection to the Multi-Use Path at the intersection of Market Street and the Phase 2 driveway, per NCDOT and/or City Standards.
5. Provide a detail for the Right Turn lane and the Right In, Right Out Driveway on Market Street.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – ACCESS (driveways, sidewalk, and sight distance):
6. Provide a sidewalk connection from the Market Street Multi-Use Trail to the site and internal sidewalk.
7. Provide sidewalk connections from Phase 1 to Phase 2 sidewalk network.
8. Provide sidewalk connections from Buildings #6 and #7 to the remainder of Phase 2 buildings.
9. The site has proposed 8 speed bumps installed across the drive aisles for this project. The speed bumps must be approved by City Fire prior to installation. Provide a detail for the speed bumps.
10. The proposed sidewalk detail does not appear to match city technical standards. Please revise.
11. The proposed entrance gate appears to have reduced travel lanes. Please provide dimensions for the travel lanes for the entrance gates.
12. The garage located to the south of building 3 does not have sidewalk shown.
13. Show Crosswalk locations for site driveways and intersections.
14. Show signs (regulatory, and site specific signs) and pavement markings on the site driveways.
15. Provide standard street corner radius with the existing streets. R35’ is the minimum.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – PARKING:
16. Portions of the proposed development do not appear to be in compliance with the 500’/800’ rule pertaining to the maximum length of a private drive/parking lot. [Chapter VII , C (4), pg 7-15 to 7-16 CofWTSSM]
17. Show the proposed dumpster and / or recycling facilities.
18. Provide bicycle parking adjacent to the proposed playground and pool facilities.
19. Provide bicycle parking, in accordance with Section 18-528 of the City of Wilmington Land development Code. Add the number required and proposed to the site development data. [Sec.18-528 CofW LDC] Show the location and detail for the bicycle racks.
20. The proposed site plans appear to show parking areas adjacent to buildings #1-#5 that are not striped or dimensioned. Please revise.
21. The landscape sheet# L8-18 appears to be missing.
22. Provide Stop Signs and Stop Bars on the landscape plans.
23. L8-12 appears to show a 7 car garage that is missing from the site plan.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – Barrier Free Design:
24. Please show ADA Access to the garages.
REVISIONS TO NOTES ON THE PLAN:
25. Please change “Karen Dixon” to Traffic Engineering in General Note # 16.
26. Please change General Note # 11 to “All traffic control signs and markings off the right-of-way are to be maintained by the property owner in accordance with MUTCD standards.”
MISCELLANEOUS:
Permitting of business identification signage is a separate process. City of Wilmington will not allow obstructions within the right of way.
Please let me know if you have any questions or if I can be of further assistance as this development moves through the review process.