The notes on the Plan look good. I have a few questions regarding access to the site and access to the inventory in the case of an emergency. It appears if you eliminate the access closest to the hydrant, as the truck drives the hose lay to access the buildings would be 450’ +. If I’m correct in this assessment, we need to look an alternative design or adding a yard hydrant within the site.
Please contact Chris Walker at 343-3918 or email at chris.walker@wilmingtonnc.gov with any questions.
HOWARD RV CENTER [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:
• The site is within 250’ of a street intersections. Revise existing condition plan to accurately illustrate the existing conditions on and surrounding this parcel. Show all adjacent traffic signs, lane configurations, traffic control devices, pavement markings and ramps for the intersection of Market St and Station Rd 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.
https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/home/showdocument?id=1910
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 910-398-9100. Please note additional comments may be forthcoming once coordination occurs.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – DRIVEWAY ACCESS (Major Thoroughfares):
1. This segment of Market St is a major thoroughfare [Chap VII (C) (2) of CofW Tech Stds]. Driveways for lots along major thoroughfares must be at least 75’ offset from property lines measured at the curb line. [Chap VII (C) (2) (c) (2) of CofW Tech Stds]. A variance may be required.
2. Site plan incorrectly shows a proposed sidewalk concrete across the street type driveway off Market St. Install wheelchair ramp at the entrance of street type driveway accessing this property, per NCDOT and/or City standards. Connect sidewalk with ramp.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – ACCESS (driveway):
3. ADA ramps shall be installed at the end of proposed sidewalks at the corner of the street type driveway.
4. 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.
5. 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]
6. A pavement marking plan is required for all driveways greater than 30’ in width. [page 7-9 CofWTSSM]
7. A stop sign and stop bar shall be installed at the street type driveway in advance of the potential crosswalk.
8. Any of the required signs shall not be installed in the public right-of-way when the signs being installed are intended to function as traffic control for a private driveway (Figure 1.4, Figure 2.1). [Sec 1 A (18) CofW Sign Specification]
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9. Provide sidewalk detail SD 3-10 on the plan. [Sec. 18-529(b)(2) CofW LDC]
10. Provide curbing detail SD 3-11 on the plan. [Sec. 18-529(b)(2) CofW LDC]
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – PARKING:
11. Dimension parking stalls. [Sec. 18-529(b)(2) CofW LDC]
12. The minimum standard vehicle parking space size is 8.5’ in width by 18’ in length.
13. A turnaround may be provided at the end of the driveway before control gate [SD 3-05 of COWTSSM]. Confirm with fire department. A parking restriction signage will be required for this turnaround. [MUTCD]
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – Barrier Free Design:
14. 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
15. Please show location of accessible ramp(s) and parking signs.
16. Note/label the plan with spot elevations that clearly indicate the accessible route from the HC space(s) to the building. [Sec. 18-529(b)(2) CofW LDC]
17. Detectable warning domes must be installed at the end of each sidewalk (regardless of flush or ramp) before entering drive aisle/pavement surface. This is applicable for the sidewalk across the street type driveway, accessible aisle and any applicable locations.
MISCELLANEOUS:
Contact Traffic Engineering at (910) 341-7888 to discuss street lighting options.
We will reserve comments on the parking lot, driveway geometry and other technical issues until a full construction drawing is submitted.
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.
HOWARD RV CENTER [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:
• Please correct the Graphic Scale on Sheet C-0. The scale appears to be 1”=50’, however, the sheet shows 1”=30’.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – ACCESS (driveway, sidewalk, and sight distance):
1. The proposed driveways exceeds the maximum 62’ width of a driveway and tapers at the gutter flow line as measured along the curb line or edge of roadway. A variance and possible reduction of the R30’ radius may be required.[Chapter VII, page 7-10, Note 1, CofWTSSM]
2. The site plan appears to show a swinging gate that is conflict with the 24” Oak Tree, adjacent to the existing shed.
3. The dumpster pad appears to behind the gates. Please show how Trash Trucks will access the dumpster.
4. Provide a sidewalk connection between the site and the public sidewalk.
TECHNICAL STANDARDS – PARKING:
5. Please provide a diagram or Auto Turns drawing to show Fire Engine, Rescue Vehicle and Trash Truck access to each building on the site and the Dumpster Pad. If gates are controlled for after-hours access, please show a note to indicate if they are Knox-box or Siren Activated.
6. The proposed parking area appears to have an existing curb and gutter section that will be demolished. Please clarify if the curb will remain or will be removed.
7. Please clarify the use of the 18’ paved area that is adjacent to the handicap parking space and landscaping island.
8. 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]
GENERAL NOTES TO ADD TO THE PLAN:
A. A landscaping plan indicating the location of required street trees shall be submitted to the City of Wilmington Traffic Engineering Division and Parks and Recreation Department for review and approval prior to the recording of the final plat. [SD 15-14 CofW Tech Stds]
MISCELLANEOUS:
Permitting of business identification signage is a separate process. NCDOT/ City of Wilmington will not allow obstructions within the right of way.
Transportation Planning Staff will review the landscape plan once submitted for compliance with sight distance requirements.
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.