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ACHD Comments~''~~"' Ada County Highway District Sherry R. Huber, President 318 East 37th Street Susan S. Eastlake, 1st Vice President Garden City ID 83714-6499 Dave Bivens, 2nd Vice President Phone (208) 387-6100 David E. Wynkoop, Commissioner FAX (208) 387-6391 John S. Franden, Commissioner E-mail: tellus@ACHD.ada.id.us February 24, 2003 TO: Meridian Rural Fire Protection District C/O Rich Green 540 E. Franklin Road Meridian, ID 83642 FROM: Craig HoodC'~ Senior Development Analyst Planning & Development SUBJECT: MCZC03-003 Fire Station 3545 N. Locust Grove Road RECE,~ Ff ~' ~ 6 2U~03 On February 1 ~j, 2003 the Ada County Highway District Commission acted on your application for the above referenced project. The attached staff report lists conditions of approval and street improvements, which are required. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact staff at (208) 387-6170. Cc: Planning & Development/chron/project file City of Meridian Construction Services Drainage ZGA Architects, 565 W. Myrtle Street, Ste. 225, Boise, ID 83702 Ada County Highway District Right-of--Way & Development Department Planning Review Division This application requires Commission action because the applicant is proposing two driveways on an arterial street that do not meet policy for location. This item was scheduled on the consent agenda on February 19, 2003 at 12:00 pm (noon). Tech Review for this item was held with the applicant on February 7, 2003. Please refer to Attachment 3 for request for reconsideration guidelines. Staff contact: Craig Hood, 387-6174, chood aC~.achd. ada. id. us File Number: MCZC03-003, Meridian Fire Station Site address: 3545 N. Locust Grove Road, Meridian Owner/Applicant: City of Meridian/Meridian Rural Fire Protection District C/O Rich Green 540 E. Franklin Road Meridian, ID 83642 Representative: ZGA Architects & Planners, Chartered 565 W. Myrtle Street, Ste. 225 Boise, ID 83702 Application Information The Meridian Rural Fire Protection District is applying for certificate of zoning compliance approval from the City of Meridian to construct a fire station on a 0.95-acre site. The site is located on the west side of Locust Grove Road between McMillan Road and Ustick Road. Acreage: 0.95 acres Current Zoning: L-O Proposed square footage: 6,822 square feet Vicinity Map • • A. Findings of Fact 1. Trip Generation: The trip generation for this site will depend on the number of vehicles at the station, and the number of emergency calls in the area. 2. Site Information: There is currently asingle-family residence on the site. 3. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area: a. North: Farm with single-family dwelling b. South: Church c. East: SummerField Subdivision d. West: Agricultural land 4. Impacted Roadways Locust Grove Road: Frontage: Functional Street Classification Traffic count: Level of Service: Speed limit: Nearest intersection: Ustick Road: Frontage: Functional Street Classification: Traffic count: Level of Service: Speed limit: Nearest intersection: McMillan Road: Frontage: Functional Street Classification Traffic count: Level of Service: Speed limit: Nearest intersection: 220-feet Minor arterial 5,706 north of Ustick Road on 6/20/01 LOS C or better 45 MPH Ustick Road is a signalized intersection approximately'/< of a mile south of the site. None Minor arterial 6,510 west of Locust Grove Road on 6/20/01 LOS C or better 35 MPH Locust Grove Road is a signalized intersection approximately %4 of a mile south of the site. None Minor arterial 3,598 west of Locust Grove Road on 6/20/01 LOS C or better 35 MPH Locust Grove Road, afour-way-stop intersection, approximately 3/. of a mile north of the site. 5. Roadway Improvements Adjacent To and Near the Site There is approximately 70-feet of right of way for Locust Grove Road abutting the site. Locust Grove Road is improved with 2 lanes of traffic with no center turn lane. There is no curb, gutter or sidewalk adjacent to this site, however there is a sidewalk on the east side of Locust Grove Road directly across from the site. 2 • • 6. Existing Right-of-Way Locust Grove Road is the only public road abutting this parcel. Locust Grove Road has approximately 70- feet of right-of-way (25-feet from centerline) abutting this parcel. 7. Existing Access to the Site There is an existing driveway into the site serving the single-family residence. The driveway is located approximately 25-feet north of the south property line. This driveway will be abandoned with this application. 8. Five Year Work Program There are not any streets or intersections in this area that are currently in the Five Year Work Program. 9. Other Development in Area/Miscellaneous In April of 2001, ACHD staff retained the services of Washington Group International to conduct asix- square mile traffic study of the northwestern Meridian area from Ustick Road to Chinden Boulevard, and from Meridian Road to one-half mile west of Black Cat Road. The study revealed that the traffic capacities of the surrounding roadways (Ustick Road, McMillan Road, Ten Mile Road, Locust Grove Road and Linder Road) with the proposed developments is expected to push the roadways to their 2020 planning thresholds upon build-out of the projects. After completion of the original study, and after meeting with representatives of the Meridian City Council, Ada County Commissioners, ACRD Commissioners, and COMPASS, the study was expanded to a 12- mile area from Eagle Road to McDermott Road and Ustick Road to Chinden Boulevard. This has been deemed the "North Meridian Planning Area". The traffic impact study is nearing completion and details the need for expanded roadways, signalized intersections, and intersection improvements (see the study "conclusions" listed below). The next phase of the study, the economic phase, cannot be prepared until the traffic impact phase is complete, and will focus on the cost of the improvements deemed necessary by the study, including right-of-way costs. The outcome of the economic study will provide the District with an estimate of the costs to improve the roadways in the North Meridian Planning Area to handle the traffic generated by the proposed developments in the area. Staff anticipates that an extraordinary impact fee or Local Improvement District (LID) will be implemented/established for the North Meridian Planning Area in order for the roadway system to be adequately upgraded to handle the traffic generated by the development in this area. This current project under review may also be subject to any extraordinary fees that the District may impose. Should an extraordinary fee be imposed in this area, future building permits for this project may also be subject to the fee, regardless of a development agreement. If the applicant were opposed to such a fee, that opposition would be testified to at a public hearing to establish such a fee. NOTE: Fire Stations do not currently pay impact fees. B. Findings for Consideration Right-of-Way There is currently 70-feet existing right-of-way (25-feet from centerline). District policy (Figure 72-F3) for a minor arterial classified roadway is 96-feet required right-of-way (48-feet from centerline). This width allows for the construction of a 5-lane roadway with curb, gutter, 5-foot wide detached sidewalks (7-foot attached) and bike lanes. However, after a traffic study was conducted for the "North Meridian Area", it was determined that this segment of Locust Grove Road only needs to be a 3-lane arterial. Therefore, the ultimate right-of-way for the west side of Locust Grove Road in this area is 33-feet to centerline. 3 ~ • Ada County Highway District (ACRD) Policy 7203.4.3 allows the District to compensate developers for additional dedicated rights-of-way along eligible collector and arterial streets, if impact fee funds are available in the appropriate service area. However, due to changes with the Impact Fee Ordinance, the District can only acquire right-of-way on roadways that are included in the Five Year Work Program and/or the Capital Improvements Plan. Locust Grove Road is not listed in the Five Year Work Program or the Capital Improvements Plan; therefore, impact fees cannot be used to purchase right-of--way abutting the site. If the applicant chooses to dedicate additional right-of--way, the applicant may do so without compensation. 2. Sidewalk District policy 7204.7.2 requires 5-foot wide (minimum) concrete sidewalk if located 5-feet or more behind the curb, or a 7-foot wide (minimum) sidewalk if located adjacent to the curb on all arterial streets. Typically sidewalk is constructed in its ultimate location, 2-feet within the ultimate right-of-way. If the applicant dedicates an additional 8-feet of right-of-way, the sidewalk can be constructed in its ultimate location and entirely within the right-of-way. If the applicant chooses not to dedicate right-of-way the sidewalk cannot be constructed in its ultimate location and entirely within the right-of-way. Due to the fact that the ultimate right-of--way on Locust Grove Road has not been acquired and the roadway is not in the current Capital Improvements Plan, the applicant has two options: Dedicate an additional 8-feet of right-of-way and construct a 5-foot wide (minimum) sidewalk on Locust Grove Road located a minimum of 28-feet from the centerline of the roadway OR Do not dedicate any additional right-of--way on Locust Grove Road and construct a 5-foot wide (minimum) concrete sidewalk on Locust Grove Road with an easement provided to the District. The sidewalk shall be located a minimum of 28-feet from centerline. 3. Access Points Direct access to arterials and collectors is normally restricted (District policy 7207.8). District policy (Figure 72-F5) requires driveways on arterials or collectors with a speed limit of 45 MPH to align of offset from any existing or proposed driveways a minimum of 230-feet. District policy 72-F4 (2) requires driveways located on arterial roadways near astop-controlled intersection to be located a minimum of 220-feet from the intersection for afull-access driveway and a minimum of 150-feet from the intersection for aright-in/right-out only driveway. Request for Modification of Policy: The applicant is proposing to construct two curb return driveways into the site. The northern driveway is located approximately 30-feet south of the north property line and approximately 200-feet south of Summerridge Drive when 220-feet is required. The southern driveway is located approximately 50-feet north of an existing driveway to the south and approximately 90-feet from the proposed northern driveway. Staff Analysis and Recommendation: The northern driveway will function as an exit driveway onto Locust Grove Road. The southern driveway will function as afull-access driveway. Due to the proposed use on this site, the minimal trips that are expected from the existing driveway to the south and the lack of expected peak hour trips occurring at this site, staff recommends that the Commission approve the proposed locations of the driveways. District policy 7207.9.3 restricts industrial driveways to a maximum width of 40-feet. Curb return type driveways with 15-foot radii will be required for driveways accessing collector and arterial, roadways. Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy 7207.9.1, the applicant should be required to pave 4 • • any driveway to its full width (maximum 40-feet) and at least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of the roadway and install pavement tapers with 15-foot radii abutting the existing roadway edge. 4. Emergency Signal Due to the nature of the site, it will be necessary to install an emergency signal for the emergency vehicles to enter onto Locust Grove Road. The District will supply the materials for the emergency signal. The applicant should construct the emergency signal on Locust Grove Road abutting the site. The applicant should coordinate the location of the signal with District staff. C. Site Specific Conditions of Approval Dedicate 8-additional feet (33-feet total from centerline) and construct a 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk on Locust Grove Road located 2-feet within the new right-of-way (28-feet from the centerline of the roadway). OR Construct a 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk on Locust Grove Road with an easement provide to the District for any portion of the sidewalk that meanders outside of the right-of-way. The face of the sidewalk shall be located no closer than 28-feet from the centerline of the roadway. OR Do not dedicate but road trust $3,100.00 for sidewalk on Locust Grove Road abutting the site (approximately 155-feet). If the applicant chooses to dedicate additional right-of-way, ACRD will not provide compensation. 2. Construct a maximum 40-foot wide driveway on Locust Grove Road located approximately 30-feet south of the north property line, as proposed. Pave the driveway to its full-required width and to a point 30-feet beyond the edge of pavement of Locust Grove Road with 15-foot pavement tapers abutting the existing roadway edge. 3. Construct a maximum 40-foot wide driveway on Locust Grove Road located approximately 35-feet north of the south property line, as proposed. Pave the driveway to its full-required width and to a point 30-feet beyond the edge of pavement of Locust Grove Road with 15-foot pavement tapers abutting the existing roadway edge. 4. Other than the access points specifically approved with this application, direct lot or parcel access to Locust Grove Road is prohibited. 5. Construct an emergency signal on Locust Grove Road abutting the site. The applicant shall coordinate the location of the signal with District staff. The District will supply the materials for the emergency signal. 6. Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval. 5 • • D. Standard Conditions of Approval Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the right-of-way. 2. All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site shall be borne by the developer. 3. Replace any existing damage curb, gutter and sidewalk and any that may be damaged during the construction of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280 (with file number) for details. 4. All design and construction shall be in accordance with the Ada County Highway District Policy Manual, ISPWC Standards and approved supplements, Construction Services procedures and all applicable ACHD Ordinances unless specifically waived herein. An engineer registered in the State of Idaho shall prepare and certify all improvement plans. 5. The applicant shall submit revised plans for staff approval, prior to issuance of building permit (or other required permits), which incorporates any required design changes. 6. Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable requirements of the Ada County Highway District prior to District approval for occupancy. 7. Payment of applicable road impact fees are required prior to building construction in accordance with Ordinance #195, also known as Ada County Highway District Road Impact Fee Ordinance. 8. It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify all existing utilities within the right-of-way. Existing utilities damaged by the applicant shall be repaired by the applicant at no cost to ACRD. The applicant shall be required to call DIGLINE (1-800-342-1585) at least two full business days prior to breaking ground within ACHD right-of-way. The applicant shall contact ACHD Traffic Operations 387- 6190 in the event any ACRD conduits (spare or filled) are compromised during any phase of construction. 9. No change in the terms and conditions of this approval shall be valid unless they are in writing and signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized representative and an authorized representative of the Ada County Highway District. The burden shall be upon the applicant to obtain written confirmation of any change from the Ada County Highway District. 10. Any change by the applicant in the planned use of the property which is the subject of this application, shall require the applicant to comply with all rules, regulations, ordinances, plans, or other regulatory and legal restrictions in force at the time the applicant or its successors in interest advises the Highway District of its intent to change the planned use of the subject property unless a waiver/variance of said requirements or other legal relief is granted pursuant to the law in effect at the time the change in use is sought. 6 • • Conclusions of Law 1. If the proposed rezone/annexation is approved and the District receives a development proposal, the District intends to provide the previous requirements, in addition to any additional requirements that may apply upon District review of future development, to the City of Meridian. 2. ACHD requirements are intended to assure that the proposed use/development will not place an undue burden on the existing vehicular and pedestrian transportation system within the vicinity impacted by the proposed development. Attachments 1. Vicinity Map 2. Site Plan 3. Request for Reconsideration 7 0 0 0 w 0 0 o~ 0 0 0 0 N 0 UST GROVE RD 0 n CC U~ ~n (,~ Z ~ ~ Q '[ m~ ~~ ~~ trni~ w n°o -~ _ O r .3 H D gX~ LS EELI ~~ it ~W~,L ©' r- u( i~ ~I~ ei - _ ~ - ~ - L0005IGROVE m k h ~??~& m ~ ~~~P ~ z ~~~~~"b3~~a~ ~`~* ~ rn 6 v b ~ y ~~~ y ~ ~ € y ~S$~c~gh ~~~e~^ ~ ~ ~ ~~ ~~V q~ D g `G R P r ~ o ~ m~~g+R ~7R~~~e ~ $F m O ~ ~ ~g o ~ -i m ~^ A ~ T~il ~ M ~~~ M ~~RR~ gb ~ P ~ g ~ ~ ~ ~ € c° ~ R '~ p € ~ Q~ ~ fi ~ ~~ ~ F ~ ~ °~ ~ ~ A ~ a ~ .° MERID4W F[RE DEPARTMENT ,~~,,¢ ~ ~, ~ ~ LOCUST GROVE FIRE STATION i~'t// 1, MERmIAN, IDAHO Architects and Planners, Chartered M1 N. Mfh lny Atl¢IIf W, tlJO lTlm-lb{ • • Request for Reconsideration of Commission Action Request for Reconsideration of Commission Action: A Commissioner, a member of ACRD staff or any other person objecting to any final action taken by the Commission may request reconsideration of that action, provided the request is not for a reconsideration of an action previously requested to be reconsidered, an action whose provisions have been partly and materially carried out, or an action that has created a contractual relationship with third parties. a. Only a Commission member who voted with the prevailing side can move for reconsideration, but the motion may be seconded by any Commissioner and is voted on by all Commissioners present. If a motion to reconsider is made and seconded it is subject to a motion to postpone to a certain time. b. The request must be in writing and delivered to the Secretary of the Highway District no later than 3:00 p.m. on the day prior to the Commission's next scheduled regular meeting following the meeting at which the action to be reconsidered was taken. Upon receipt of the request, the Secretary shall cause the same to be placed on the agenda for that next scheduled regular Commission meeting. c. The request for reconsideration must be supported by written documentation setting forth new facts and information not presented at -the earlier meeting, or a changed situation that has developed since the taking of the earlier vote, or information establishing an error of fact or law in the earlier action. The request may also be supported by oral testimony at the meeting. d. If a motion to reconsider passes, the effect is the original matter is in the exact position it occupied the moment before it was voted on originally. It will normally be returned to ACHD staff for further review. The Commission may set the date of the meeting at which the matter is to be returned. The Commission shall only take action on the original matter at a meeting where the agenda notice so provides. e. At the meeting where the original matter is again on the agenda for Commission action, interested persons and ACHD staff may present such written and oral testimony as the President of the Commission determines to be appropriate, and the Commission may take any action the majority of the Commission deems advisable. If a motion to reconsider passes, the applicant may be charged a reasonable fee, to cover administrative costs, as established by the Commission. Request for Reconsideration • .'.~~ptlu'k:!•~:-. 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Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. This Section includes piping, valves, sprinklers, specialties, controls, and wiring for automatic control irrigation system. B. Related Sections include the following: 1. Division 2 Section "Water Distribution" for water supply from water service piping and protective enclosures. 1.3 DEFINITIONS A. Circuit Piping: Downstream from control valves to sprinklers, specialties, and drain valves. Piping is under pressure during flow. B. Irrigation Main Piping: Downstream from point of connection to water distribution piping to, and including, control valves. Piping is under water-distribution-system pressure. C. The following are industry abbreviations for plastic materials: 1. PE: Polyethylene plastic. 2. PVC Polyvinyl chloride plastic. 1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIItEMENTS A. Location of Sprinklers and Specialties: Design, provide and install a complete and install a .complete and operating automatic irrigation system for all lawn and planting areas. Make minor adjustments necessary to avoid plantings and obstructions such as signs and light standards. Maintain 100 percent water coverage of turf and planting areas indicated. B. Minimum Working Pressures: The following are minimum pressure requirements for piping, valves, and specialties, unless otherwise indicated: 1. Irrigation Main Piping: 200 psig. 2. Circuit Piping: 200 psig. 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 1 1.5 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Include pressure ratings, rated capacities, and settings of selected models for the following: 1. General-duty valves. 2. Specialty valves. 3. Control-valve boxes. 4. Sprinklers. 5. Irrigation specialties. 6. Controllers. Include wiring diagrams. 7. Control cables. Include splice kits and conduit. B. Coordination Drawings: Show piping and major system components: Indicate interface and spatial relationship between piping, system components, adjacent utilities, and proximate structures. C. Field quality-control test reports. D. Operation and Maintenance Data: For irrigation systems, to include in emergency, operation, and maintenance manuals. In addition to items specified in Division 1 Section "Closeout Procedures" and "Operation and Maintenance Data," include data for the following: 1. Automatic-control valves. 2. Sprinklers. 3. Controllers. 1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended use. 1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Deliver piping with factory-applied end caps. Maintain end caps through shipping, storage, and handling to prevent pipe-end damage and to prevent entrance of dirt, debris, and moisture. B. Store plastic piping protected from direct sunlight. Support to prevent sagging and bending. 1.8 COORDINATION A. Coordinate all work with that of all other contractors associated with the project. 1.9 EXTRA MATERIALS A. Furnish extra materials described below that `match products. installed and that are packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents. 02810-- 2 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS • 1. Sprinkler Units: Equal to 5 percent of amount installed for each type and size indicated, but no fewer than 5 units. 2. Quick Couplers - no fewer than 2 units. 3. Valve Keys - 5 percent of each type key operated valve installed, but no fewer than 2 units. 4. Quick Coupler hose swivels - no fewer than 2 units. 5. Quick Coupler operating keys - no fewer than 2 units. PART2-PRODUCTS 2.1 MANUFACTURERS A. In other Part 2 articles where titles below introduce lists, the following requirements apply to product selection: 1. Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering products that may be :incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, manufacturers specified. 2.2 PIl'ES, TUBES, AND FITTINGS A. Refer. to Part 3 "Piping Applications" Article for applications of pipe, fitting, and joining materials. B. Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic Pipe: ASTM D 1785 (kPa) minimum pressure rating, with plain ends. Class 200 PSI pressure rated upstream from control; Class 200 PSI downstream; solvent-weld sockets. 1. PVC Socket Fittings, Schedule 40: ASTM D 2466. 2. PVC Threaded Fittings: ASTM D 2466. C. PVC, Pressure Rated Pipe: ASTM D 2241, PVC 1120 compound, SDR 21 and SDR 26. D. Transition Fittings: Refer to Division 2 Section "Piped Utilities --Basic Materials and Methods" for transition fittings. E. Dielectric Fittings: Refer to Division 2 Section "Piped Utilities --Basic Materials and Methods" for dielectric fittings. 2.4 GENERAL DUTY VALVES A. AWWA, Cast-Iron Gate Valves: AWWA C500, metal-seated or AWWA C509, resilient- seated nonrising-stem gray- or ductile-iron body and bonnet gate valve; with bronze stem and stem nut. 1. Minimum Working Pressure: 200 psig. 2. End Connections: Mechanical joint. 3. Interior Coating: Complying with AWWA C550. 4. Manufacturers: 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 3 a. American AVK Co.; Valve & Fittings Div. b. American Cast Iron Pipe Co.; American Flow Control Div. c. American Cast Iron Pipe Co.; Waterous Company Subsidiary. d. East Jordan Iron Works, Inc. e. Grinnell Corp.; Mueller Co.; Water Products Div. £ McWane, Inc.; Clow Valve Co. Div. g. McWane, Inc.; M & H Valve Company Div. h. NIBCOINC. i. Stockham. j. United States Pipe and Foundry Company. B. Valve Boxes: Comply with AWWA M44 for cast-iron valve boxes. Include top section, adjustable extension of length required for depth of burial of valve, plug with lettering ":WATER", bottom section with base of size to fit over valve, and approximately 5-inch diameter barrel. 1. Operating Wrenches: Furnish total of two steel, tee-handle operating wrench(es) with one pointed end, stem of length to operate deepest buried valve, and socket matching valve operating nut. C. Curb Valves: AWWA C800. Include bronze body, ball or ground-key plug; and wide tee head, with inlet and outlet matching piping material. Manufacturers: a. Amcast Industrial Corporation; Lee Brass Unit. b. Ford Meter Box Co., Inc. (The); Pipe Products Div. c. Grinnell Corp.; Mueller Co.; Water Products Div. d. Jones, James Company. e. Master Meter, Inc. £ McDonald, A. Y. Mfg. Co. g. Red Hed Manufacturing Co. D. Service Boxes for Curb Valves: Similar to AWWA M44 requirements for cast-iron valve boxes. Include cast-iron telescoping top section of length required for depth of burial of valve, plug with lettering "WATER," bottom section with base of size to fit over curb valve, and approximately 3-inch- diameter barrel. 1. Shutoff Rods: Furnish total of two steel, tee-handle shutoff rod(s) with one pointed end, stem of length to operate deepest buried valve, and slotted end matching curb valve. E. PVC Ball Valves: MSS SP-122, union type, with full-port ball, socket or threaded detachable end connectors, and pressure rating not less than 150 psig. Coordinate subparagraph. and list below with Part 2 "Manufacturers" Article. Retain "Available" for nonproprietary and delete for semiproprietary specifications. 1. Material Option: MSS SP-122, of plastic other than PVC and suitable for potable water. Include threaded ends and pressure rating not less than 150 psig unless otherwise indicated. 2. Manufacturers: a. American Valve, Inc. b. ' Asahi/America, Inc. c. Colonial Engineering, Inc. 0244/1RRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 4 d. Fischer, George, Inc. e. Hayward Industrial Products, Inc. f. Jomar International, Ltd. g. King Bros. Industries. h. Legend Valve. i. NIBCO INC.; Chemtrol Div. j. Orbit Irrigation Products, Inc. k. Philmac Pty. Ltd. 1. Plast-O-Matic Valves, Inc. m. Sloane, George Fischer. n. Watts Industries, Inc.; Water Products Div. 2.5 SPECIALTY VALVES A. Plastic Automatic Control Valves: Molded-plastic body, normally closed, diaphragm type with manual flow adjustment, and operated by 24-V ac solenoid. 1. Manufacturers: a. Rain Bird Sprinkler Mfg. Corp., as noted on the drawings. B. Quick-Couplers: Factory-fabricated, bronze or brass, two-piece assembly. Include coupler water-seal valve; removable upper body with spring-loaded or weighted, rubber-covered cap; hose swivel with ASME B1.20.7, 3/4-11.SNH threads for garden hose on outlet; and operating key. 1. Locking-Top Option: Vandal-resistant, locking feature. Include two matching key(s). 2. Manufacturers: ' a. Rain Bird Sprinkler Mfg. Corp., as noted on the drawings. - 2.6 CONTROL-VALVE BOXES A. Plastic Control-Valve Boxes: Box and ,cover, with open bottom and openings for piping; designed for installing flush with grade. Size minimum 15"x21'", no more than 2 valves per box. 1. Shape: Rectangular. 2. Sidewall Material: PE, ABS, or FRP. 3. Cover Material PE, ABS, FRP. a. Lettering: IRRIGATION. 4. Manufacturers: a. Armorcast Products Co. b. Carson Industries LLC. c. Dallas/Fort Worth Plastics, Inc. d. New Basis. e. Normandy Products. f. Orbit Irrigation Products, Inc. g. Plymouth Products Inc. h. Synertech Molded Products, Inc. 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 5 ~ ~ B. Drainage Backfill: Cleaned gravel or crushed stone, graded from 3/4 inch minimum to 3 inches maximum. 2.7 SPRINKI;ERS A. Description: Plastic housing and corrosion-resistant interior parts designed for uniform coverage over entire spray area indicated; at available pressure. 1. Manufacturers: a. Rain Bird Sprinkler Mfg. Corp. 2. Flush Surface Sprinklers: Fixed pattern, with screw=type flow adjustment. 3. Shrubbery Sprinklers: Fixed pattern, with screw-type flow adjustment. 4. Pop-up, Rotary, Spray Sprinklers: Gear drive, full-circle and adjustable part-circle types. 5. Pop-up Spray Sprinklers: Fixed pattern with screw-type flow adjustment and stainless steel retraction spring. A. AUTOMATIC-CONTROL SYSTEM 1. Manufacturers: a. Rain Bird Sprinkler Mfg. Corp. B. Exterior Control Enclosures: NEMA 250, Type 4, weatherproof, with locking cover and two matching keys; include provision for grounding. 1. Material: Molded plastic. 2, .Mounting: Surface type for wall mounting. C. Control Transformer: 24-V secondary, with primary fuse. D. Controller Stations for Automatic Control Valves: Each station is variable from approximately 5 to 60 minutes. Include switch for manual or automatic operation of each station. E. Timing Device: Adjustable, 24-hour, 14-day clock, with automatic operations to skip operation any day in timer period, to operate every other day, or to operate 2 or more times daily. 1. Manual or Semiautomatic Operation: Allows this mode without disturbing preset automatic operation. 2. Nickel-Cadmium Battery and Trickle Charger: Automatically powers timing device during power outages. 3. Surge Protection: Metal-oxide-varistor type on each station and primary power. F. Wiring: UL 493, Type OF-B multiconductor, with solid-copper conductors and insulated cable; suitable for direct burial. 1. Manufacturers: a. AFC Cable Systems Inc. b. Alcatel Canada Wire, Inc. c. American Electric Cable Co. d. Cerro Wire & Cable Co., Inc. e. Colonel Wire and Cable Co., Inc. f. Essex Group, Inc.; Building Wire Products Division. 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 6 • g. Southwire Company. h. Triangle Wire -and Cable Co. 2. Feeder-Circuit Cables: No. 12 AWG minimum, between building and controllers. 3. Low-Voltage, Branch-Circuit Cables: No. 14 AWG minimum, for runs up to 1500 linear feet between controllers and automatic control valves; color-coded different from feeder- circuit-cable jacket color; with jackets of different colors for multiple-cable installation in same trench. 4. Splicing Materials: Manufacturer's packaged kit consisting of insulating, spring-type connector or crimped joint and epoxy resin moisture seal; suitable for direct burial. PART 3 -EXECUTION 3.1 EARTHWORK A. Refer to Division 2 Section "Earthwork" for excavating, trenching, and backfilling. B. Install warning tape directly above pressure piping, 12 inches below finished grades, except 6 inches below subgrade under pavement and slabs. C. Install piping and wiring in sleeves under sidewalks, roadways, parking lots, and railroads. 1. Install piping sleeves prior to paving construction. Coordinate with General Contractor D. Drain Pockets: Excavate to sizes indicated. Backfill with cleaned gravel or crushed stone, graded from 3/4 to 3 inches, to 12 inches below grade. Cover gravel or crushed stone with sheet ofasphalt-saturated felt and backfill remainder with excavated material. E. Provide minimum cover over top of underground piping according to the following: Irrigation Main Piping: Minimum depth of 18" below finished grade. Circuit Piping: 12 inches. Drain Piping: 12 inches. Sleeves: 18 inches. F. Back-filling 1. Inspection: The tenching shall not be bacl~illed until inspection has been completed and the pipe installation; including the grade, alignment and jointing has been found to be in compliance with the requirements of the plans and specifications. 2. Around and Over Pipe: a. Select backfill material consisting of _ sand, fine gravel or select earth, free of large lumps or rocks larger than '/4 inches shall be used in backfilling around and over the- installed pipe. b. The select material shall be obtained from the excavation material removed from the trench and shall be processed by screening, sifting, or selective sorting, so as to produce the type of backfill herein specified. 'The Contractor may at his option and own expense provide an acceptable imported material. 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 7 c. Backfill material shall be carefully deposited around and over the pipe in layers not more than 6 inches thick, loose measurement, wetted to optimum moisture content and uniformly compacted to at least 95 percent of the maximum density obtainable at optimum moisture content as determined by AASHTO T99 Method A or D (latest revision), until the pipe has a cover depth of at least 12 inches. 3. Remainder of Trench Backfill: a. The remaining depth of the trench shall be backfilled to existing finish grade, with excavation material removed from the trench, which shall be wetted or dried to near optimum moisture content. b. Contractor shall be required to repair any settling problems which occur in the trench locations for the duration of the warranty period. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Set stakes to identify locations of proposed irrigation system. Obtain Architect's approval before excavation. 3.3 PIPING APPLICATIONS A. Install components having pressure rating equal to or greater than system operating pressure. B. Piping in control-valve boxes and aboveground may be joined with flanges instead of joints indicated. C. Underground Irrigation Main Piping: Use the following piping materials for each size range:. 1. Schedule Class 200 PVC pipe and socket fittings, and solvent-cemented joints. D. Circuit Piping: Use the following piping materials for each size range: 1. Class 200 PVC pipe and socket fittings; and solvent-cemented joints. E. Underground Branches and Offsets at Sprinklers and Devices: Class 200 PVC pipe; threaded PVC fittings; and threaded joints. F. Sleeves: Class 160 PVC pipe and socket fittings; and solvent-cemented joints. G. Transition Fittings: Use transition fittings for plastic-to-metal pipe connections according to the following: 1. Couplings: , a. Underground Piping NPS 1-1/2 (DN 40) and Smaller: Manufactured fitting or coupling. b. Underground Piping NPS 2 (DN 50) and Larger: AWWA transition coupling. 2. Fittings: a. Aboveground Piping: Plastic-to-metal transition fittings. 0244/1RRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 8 ~ ~ b. Underground Piping: Union with plastic end of same material as plastic piping. H. Dielectric Fittings: Use dielectric fittings for dissimilar-metal pipe connections according to the following: 1. Underground Piping: a. NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller: Dielectric couplings or dielectric nipples. b. NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and Larger: Prohibited except in valve box. 2. Aboveground Piping: a. NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller: Dielectric unions. b. NPS 2-1/2 to NPS 4 (DN 65 to DN 100): Dielectric flanges. 3. Piping in Valve Boxes or Vaults: a. NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller: Dielectric unions. b. NPS 2-1/2 to NPS 4 (DN 65 to DN 100): Dielectric flanges. 4. Dielectric fittings are specified in Division 2 Section "Piped Utilities -- Basic Materials and Methods." 3.4 VALVE APPLICATIONS A. Aboveground, Shutoff-Duty Valves: 1. NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller: Bronze, nonrising stem gate valve. , 2. NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and Larger: Cast-iron, nonrising-stem gate. B. Underground, Shutoff-Duty Valves: Use the following: 1. NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller: Curb stop with tee head, -curb-stop service box, and shutoff rod. 2. NPS 3 (DN 80) and Larger: AWWA cast-iron gate valve with elastomeric gaskets and stem nut, valve box, and shutoff rod. C. Underground, Manual Control Valves: Bronze globe valve with control-valve box and valve key. D. Control Valves: 1. NPS 2 (DN 50) and Smaller: Plastic automatic control valve. E. Drain Valves: 1. NPS 1/2 and NPS 3/4 (DN 15 and DN 20): Bronze, nonrising-stem gate valve. 2. NPS 1 to NPS 2 (DN 25 to DN 50): Bronze, nonrising-stem gate valve. 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 9 ~ ~ 3.5 PIPING INSTALLATION A. Location and Arrangement: Drawings indicate location and arrangement of piping systems. Install piping as indicated unless deviations are approved on Coordination Drawings. B. Install piping free of sags and bends. C. Install groups of pipes parallel to each other, spaced to permit valve servicing. D. Install fittings for changes in direction and branch connections. E. Install unions adjacent to valves and to final connections to other components with NPS 2 (DN 50) or smaller pipe connection. F. Install flanges adjacent to valves and to final connections to other components with NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) or larger pipe connection. G. Install dielectric fittings to connect piping of dissimilar metals. H. Install underground thermoplastic piping according to ASTM D 2774 and ASTM F 690. I. Lay piping on solid subbase, uniformly sloped without humps or depressions. J. Install PVC piping in dry weather when temperature is above 40 deg F. Allow joints to cure at least 24 hours at temperatures above 40 deg F before testing unless otherwise recommended by manufacturer. 3.6 VALVE INSTALLATION A. Underground Gate Valves: Install in valve box with top flush with grade. B. Underground Curb Stops: Install in service box with top flush with grade. C. Underground, Manual Control Valves: Install in manual control-valve box. D. Drain Valves: Install in control-valve box. E. Valves: Install underground valves in valve boxes as shown on Drawings. F. Control Valves: Install in valve control valve boxes, arranged for easy adjustment and removal. Install union on downstream side. Maximum (2) valves per valve box. G. Place 6 inches minimum of gravel below control valves for drainage. Maintain 4 inches minimum between bottom of valves and top of gravel. Place filter fabric barrier between ground and valves. Valve box shall be reasonably free from dirt and debris. 3.7 SPRINKLER INSTALLATION A. Flush circuit piping with full head of water and install sprinklers after hydrostatic test is completed. B. Install sprinklers at manufacturer's recommended heights. 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 10 • C. Locate part-circle sprinklers to maintain a minimum distance of 12 inches .from walls and 4 inches from other boundaries, unless otherwise indicated. 3.8 AUTOMATIC-CONTROL SYSTEM INSTALLATION A. Install controller on bases not less than 6 inches greater in each direction than overall " dimensions of controller. B. Install control cable in same trench as irrigation piping and at least 2 inches below or beside piping. Provide conductors of size not smaller than recommended by controller manufacturer. Install cable in separate sleeve under paved areas if irrigation piping is installed in sleeve. C. Install control wiring in accordance with Specifications. Provide 10 inches expansion coil at each valve to which controls are connected, and at 100 ft. intervals. Bury wire beside mainline pipe. Where wire leaves pipe, enclose in conduit. Use waterproof wire connectors. Use white or gray color for common wires and back or red colors for all other wires. No control wires shall be placed in thrust block. Locate wires on opposite side of thrust blocks. 1. Add two extra control wires from panel to valves for entire length of main line, for use if a wire fails or for future addition, and mark it in the control box as extra wires. 3.9 CONNECTIONS A. Drawings indicate general arrangement of piping, fittings, and specialties. B. Ground equipment according to Division 16 Section "Grounding and Bonding." C. Connect wiring according to Division 16 Section "Conductors and Cables." D. Tighten electrical connectors and terminals according to manufacturer's published .torque- tightening values. If manufacturer's torque values are not indicated; use those specified in UL 486A and UL 486B. 3.10 LABELING AND IDENTIFYING A. Equipment Nameplates and Signs: Install engraved plastic-laminate equipment nameplates and signs on each automatic controller. Text: In addition to identifying unit, distinguish between multiple units, inform operator of operational requirements, indicate safety and emergency precautions, and warn of hazards and improper operations. B. Warning Tapes: Arrange for installation of continuous, underground, detectable "warning tape over underground piping, during backfilling of trenches. C. .Refer to Division 2 Section "Earthwork" for warning tapes. 3.11 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Perform the following field tests and inspections and prepare test reports: 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS _ 02810 - 11 ~ ~ 1. Leak Test: After installation, charge system and test for leaks. Repair leaks and retest until no leaks exist. 2. Operational Test: After electrical circuitry has been energized, operate controllers and automatic control valves to confirm proper system operation. 3. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and equipment. 4. Pressure Test: Charge system to 100 psi static water pressure. Observe pressure for 30 minutes. If pressure drop is detected, ,repair leak and retest until no pressure drop is detected. B. Remove and replace units and retest as specified above. 3.12 STARTUP SERVICE A. Verify that controllers are installed and connected according to the Contract Documents. B. Verify that electrical wiring installation complies with manufacturer's submittal and installation requirements in Division 16 Sections. C. Complete startup checks according to manufacturer's written instructions. 3.13 ADJUSTING A. Adjust settings of controllers. B. Adjust automatic control valves to provide flow rate of rated operating pressure required for each sprinkler circuit. C. Adjust sprinklers so they will be flush with, or not more than 1/2 inch above, finish grade. 3.14 CLEANING A. Flush dirt and debris from piping before installing sprinklers and other devices. 3.15 DEMONSTRATION ' A. Train Owner's maintenance personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain controller and automatic control valves. Refer to Division 1 Section "Closeout Procedures" and "Demonstration and Training." END OF SECTION 02810 0244/IRRIGATION SYSTEMS 02810 - 12 • A IRRIGATION PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATIONS PER ORDINANCE 12-13-8 NOTE: Submit 3 copies of this completed form with any application for Certificate of Zoning Compliance (CZC). Project Name: ~_oGt~~T Ca2ayC _ `'12C. ~ ; ATr c,~l Specifications: ~b..r, ~gva~L~~Q -.C ~ `i'Fi s Tom, :. Available Gallons per Minute: Available Water Pressure: Point of Connection (describe and/or submit a site plan): • Primacy Connection: t'h ~, ,., ~, ,~ r- Ftt .,~ Q ~, p ~ ~ ~ ._,, ~~Ly y • Secondary Connection: -- Landscape Area: If the irrigation system is hooked to City water as a primary or secondary water source, submit the square footage of landscape areas to be irrigated: ~O,.~ZI s.f. Backflow Prevention A backflow prevention device must be installed as required by City Ordinance 9-3. Coverar?e The irrigation system must be designed to provide 100% coverage with head to head spacing or triangular spacing as appropriate. Matched Precipitation Rates Sprinkler heads must have matched precipitation rates within each control valve circuit Irrieation Zones Sprinkler heads irrigating lawn or other high-water-demand areas must be circuited so that they are on a separate zone or zones from those irrigating trees, shrubs, or other reduced-water-demand areas. Overspray Sprinkler heads must be adjusted to reduce overspray onto impervious surfaces such as sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas. Re ~~. 1 /Z-1,%Q j • Additional Irrigation Notes: • Irrigation Required All landscape areas regulated by the City Landscape Ordinance (12-13) shall be served with an automatic underground irrigation system Additional requirements affecting pressurized irrigation systems can be found in City Ordinance 9-1-28. Irrigation Water Source Use of norrpotable imgation water is required when determined to be available by the City Public Works Department as regulated by City Ordinance 9-1-28. If city potable water is used, a separate water meter is recommended so the owner can avoid paying sewer fees for irrigation water. Potable water shall not be used as a primary irrigation water source on non-residential lots with more than '/z acre of landscaping. Year round water availability is also required by connecting to city potable water or an on-site well as a secondary source. Certification: I, Q w~' ~ . Q c~J ~- (' S do hereby affimr that any irrigation system installed for the project me Toned above will be designed and installed in compliance with the specifications and notes stated in this foml lil/ Ap ~ ant's S' afore S-~-o3 Date Retti~. 1-24,%IJ; ~~ f~t~s "''~~'' Ada County Highway District Sheny R. Huber, President 318 East 37th Street Susan S. Eastlake, 1st Vice President Garden City ID 83714-6499 Dave Bivens, 2nd Vice President Phone (208) 387-6100 David E. Wynkoop, Commissioner FAX (208) 387-6391 John S. Franden, Commissioner E-mail: tellus@ACHD.ada.id.us May 29, 2003 TO: Meridian Rural Fire District C/O Rich Green 540 E. Franklin Road Meridian, ID 83642 .,~.~' 'UN ~ ~ 2003 Cii:v Of Ivler~di~ Cii~~ Cl~;r~ Office FROM: Craig Hood Senior Development Analyst Planning & Development SUBJECT: MCZC03-003 Fire Station 3545 N. Locust Grove Road On February 19, 2003, the Ada County Highway District Board of Commissioners acted on your application for the above referenced project. The previously approved staff report also applies to the most recently submitted application for this site (MCZC03-003). If you have any questions, please feel free to contact staff at (208) 387-6170. incerely, C Cralg Ho Senior Developme t Analyst ACRD Planning & Development Cc: Planning & Development/chron/project file City of Meridian Construction Services Drainage ZGA Architects & Planners, Chartered, 565 W. Myrtle Street, Ste. 225, Boise, ID 83702 Ada County Highway District Right-of--Way & Development Department Planning Review Division This applicafion requires Commission action because the applicanf is proposing two driveways on an arterial street that do not meet policy for location. This item was scheduled on the consent agenda on February 19, 2003 at 12:00 pm (noon). Tech Review for this item was held with the applicant on February 7, 2003. Please refer to Attachment 3 for request for reconsideration guidelines. Staff contact: Craig Hood, 387-6174, chood a(~.achd. ada.id. us File Number: MCZC03-003, Meridian Fire Station Site address: 3545 N. Locust Grove Road, Meridian Owner/Applicant: City of Meridian/Meridian Rural Fire Protection Cistrict C/O Rich Green 540 E. Franklin Road Meridian, ID 83642 Representative: ZGA Architects 8~ Planners, Chartered 565 W. Myrtle Street, Ste. 225 Boise, ID 83702 Application Information The Meridian Rural Fire Protection District is applying for certificate of zoning compliance approval from the City of Meridian to construct a fire station on a 0.95-acre site. The site is located on the west side of Locust Grove Road between McMillan Road and Ustick Road. Acreage: 0.95 acres Current Zoning: L-O Proposed square footage: 6,822 square feet Vicinity Map A. Findings of Fact CJ 1. Trip Generation: The trip generation for this site will depend on the number of vehicles at the station, and the number of emergency calls in the area. 2. Site Information: There is currently asingle-family residence on the site. 3. Description of Adjacent Surrounding Area: a. North: Farm with single-family dwelling b. South: Church c. East: Summerfield Subdivision d. West: Agricultural land 4. Impacted Roadways Locust Grove Road: Frontage: Functional Street Classification Traffic count: Level of Service: Speed limit: Nearest intersection: Ustick Road: Frontage: Functional Street Classification Traffic count: Level of Service: Speed limit: Nearest intersection: McMillan Road: Frontage: Functional Street Classification Traffic count: Level of Service: Speed limit: Nearest intersection: 220-feet Minor arterial 5,706 north of Ustick Road on 6/20/01 LOS C or better 45 MPH Ustick Road is a signalized intersection approximately'/~ of a mile south of the site. None Minor arterial 6,510 west of Locust Grove Road on 6/20/01 LOS C or better 35 MPH Locust Grove Road is a signalized intersection approximately'/< of a mile south of the site. None Minor arterial 3,598 west of Locust Grove Road on 6/20/01 LOS C or better 35 MPH Locust Grove Road, afour-way-stop intersection, approximately 3/ of a mile north of the site. 5. Roadway Improvements Adjacent To and Near the Site There is approximately 70-feet of right of way for Locust Grove Road abutting the site. Locust Grove Road is improved with 2 lanes of traffic with no center turn lane. There is no curb, gutter or sidewalk adjacent to this site, however there is a sidewalk on the east side of Locust Grove Road directly across from the site. 2 • • 6. Existing Right-of-Way Locust Grove Road is the only public road abutting this parcel. Locust Grove Road has approximately 70- feet of right-of-way (25-feet from centerline) abutting this parcel. 7. Existing Access to the Site There is an existing driveway into the site serving the single-family residence. The driveway is located approximately 25-feet north of the south property line. This driveway will be abandoned with this application. 8. Five Year Work Program There are not any streets or intersections in this area that are currently in the Five Year Work Program. 9. Other Development in Area/Miscellaneous In April of 2001, ACHD staff retained the services of Washington Group International to conduct asix- square mile traffic study of the northwestern Meridian area from Ustick Road to Chinden Boulevard, and from Meridian Road to one-half mile west of Btack Cat Road. The study revealed that the traffic capacities of the surrounding roadways (Ustick Road, McMillan Road, Ten Mile Road, Locust Grove Road and Linder Road) with the proposed developments is expected to push the roadways to their 2020 planning thresholds upon build-out of the projects. After completion of the original study, and after meeting with representatives of the Meridian City Council, Ada County Commissioners, ACRD Commissioners, and COMPASS, the study was expanded to a 12- mile area from Eagle Road to McDermott Road and Ustick Road to Chinden Boulevard. This has been deemed the "North Meridian Planning Area".. The traffic impact study is nearing completion and details the need for expanded roadways, signalized intersections, and intersection improvements (see the study "conclusions" listed below). The next phase of the study, the economic phase, cannot be prepared until the traffic impact phase is complete, and will focus on the cost of the improvements deemed necessary by the study, including right-of-way costs. The outcome of the economic study will provide the District with an estimate of the costs to improve the roadways in the North Meridian Planning Area to handle the traffic generated by the proposed developments in the area. Staff anticipates that an extraordinary impact fee or Local Improvement District (LID) will be implementedlestablished for the North Meridian Planning Area in order for the roadway system to be adequately upgraded to handle the traffic generated by the development in this area. This current project under review may also be subject to any extraordinary fees that the District may impose. Should an extraordinary fee be imposed in this area, future building permits for this project may also be subject to the fee, regardless of a development agreement. If the applicant were opposed to such a fee, that opposition would be testified to at a public hearing to establish such a fee. NOTE: Fire Stations do not currently pay impact fees. B. Findings for Consideration Right-of-Way There is currently 70-feet existing right-of-way (25-feet from centerline). District policy (Figure 72-F3) for a minor arterial classified roadway is 96-feet required right-of-way (48-feet from centerline). This width allows for the construction of a 5-lane roadway with curb, gutter, 5-foot wide detached sidewalks (7-foot attached) and bike lanes.- However, after a traffic study was conducted for the "North Meridian Area", it was determined that this segment of Locust Grove Road only needs to be a 3-lane arterial. Therefore, the ultimate right-of-way for the west side of Locust Grove Road in this area is 33-feet to centerline. 3 Ada County Highway District (ACRD) Policy 7203.4.3 allows the District to compensate developers for additional dedicated rights-of-way along eligible collector and arterial streets, if impact fee funds are available in the appropriate service area. However, due to changes with the Impact Fee Ordinance, the District can only acquire right-of-way on roadways that are included in the Five Year Work Program and/or the Capital Improvements Plan. Locust Grove Road is not listed in the Five Year Work Program or the Capital Improvements Plan; Therefore, impact fees cannot be used to purchase right-of-way abutting the site. If the applicant chooses to dedicate additional right-of--way, the applicant may do so without compensation. 2. Sidewalk District policy 7204.7.2 requires 5-foot wide (minimum) concrete sidewalk if located 5-feet or more behind the curb, or a 7-foot wide (minimum) sidewalk if located adjacent to the curb on all arterial streets. Typically sidewalk is constructed in its ultimate location, 2-feet within the ultimate right-of-way. If the applicant dedicates an additional 8-feet of right-of-way, the sidewalk can be constructed in its ultimate location and entirely within the right-of-way. If the applicant chooses not to dedicate right-of-way the sidewalk cannot be constructed in its ultimate location and entirely within the right-of-way. Due to the fact that the ultimate right-of--way on Locust Grove Road has not been acquired -and the roadway is not in the current Capital Improvements Plan, the applicant has two options: Dedicate an additional 8-feet of right-of--way and construct a 5-foot wide (minimum) sidewalk on Locust Grove Road located a minimum of 28-feet from the centerline of the roadway OR Do not dedicate any additional right-of--way on Locust Grove Road and construct a 5-foot wide (minimum) concrete sidewalk on Locust Grove Road with an easement provided to the District. The sidewalk shall be located a minimum of 28-feet from centerline. 3. Access Points Direct access to arterials and collectors is normally restricted (District policy 7207.8). District policy (Figure 72-F5) requires driveways on arterials or collectors with a speed limit of 45 MPH to align of offset from any existing or proposed driveways a minimum of 230-feet. District policy 72-F4 (2) requires driveways located on arterial roadways near estop-controlled intersection to be located a minimum of 220-feet from the intersection for afull-access driveway and a minimum of 150-feet from the intersection for aright-in/right-out only driveway. Request for Modification of Policy: The applicant is proposing to construct two curb return driveways into the site. The northern driveway is located approximately 30-feet south of the north property line and approximately 200-feet south of Summerridge Drive when 220-feet is required. The southern driveway is located approximately 50-feet north of an existing driveway to the south and approximately 90-feet from the proposed northern driveway. Staff Analysis and Recommendation: The ,northern driveway will function as an exit driveway onto Locust Grove Road. The southern driveway will function as afull-access driveway. Due to the proposed use on this site, the minimal trips that are expected from the existing driveway to the south and the lack of expected peak hour trips occurring at this site, staff recommends that the Commission approve the proposed locations of the driveways. District policy 7207.9.3 restricts industrial driveways to a maximum width of 40-feet. Curb return type driveways with 15-foot radii will be required for driveways accessing collector and arterial roadways. Graveled driveways abutting public streets create maintenance problems due to gravel being tracked onto the roadway. In accordance with District policy 7207.9.1, the applicant should be required to pave 4 ~ ~ any driveway to its full width (maximum 40-feet) and at least 30-feet into the site beyond the edge of pavement of fhe roadway and install pavement tapers with 75-foot radii abutting the existing roadway edge. 4. Emergency Signal Due to the nature of the site, it will be necessary to install an emergency signal for the emergency vehicles to enter onto Locust Grove Road. The District will supply the materials for the emergency signal. The applicant should construct the emergency signal on Locust Grove Road abutting the site. The applicant should coordinate the location of the signal with District staff. C. Site Specific Conditions of Approval Dedicate 8-additional feet (33-feet total from centerline) and construct a 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk on Locust Grove Road located 2-feet within the new right-of-way (28-feet from the centerline of the roadway). OR Construct a 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk on Locust Grove Road with an easement provide to the District for any portion of the sidewalk that meanders outside of the right-of-way. The face of the sidewalk shall be located no closer than 28-feet from the centerline of the roadway. OR Do not dedicate but road trust $3,100.00 for sidewalk on Locust Grove Road abutting the site (approximately 155-feet). If the applicant. chooses to dedicate additional right-of-way, ACRD will not provide compensation. 2. Construct a maximum 40-foot wide driveway on Locust Grove Road located approximately 30-feet south of the north property line, as proposed. Pave the driveway to its full-required width and to a point 30-feet beyond the edge of pavement of Locust Grove Road with 15-foot pavement tapers abutting the existing roadway edge. 3. Construct a maximum 40-foot wide driveway on Locust Grove Road located approximately 35-feet north of the south property line, as proposed. Pave the driveway to its full-required width and to a point 30-feet beyond the edge of pavement of Locust Grove Road with 15-foot pavement tapers abutting the existing roadway edge. 4. Other than the access points specifically approved with this application, direct lot or parcel access to Locust Grove Road is prohibited. 5. Construct an emergency signal on Locust Grove Road abutting the site. The applicant shall coordinate the location of the signal with District staff. The District will supply the materials for the emergency signal. 6. Comply with all Standard Conditions of Approval. 5 D. Standard Conditions of Approval Any existing irrigation facilities shall be relocated outside of the right-of-way. 2. All utility relocation costs associated with improving street frontages abutting the site shall be borne by the developer. 3. Replace any existing damage curb, gutter and sidewalk and any that may be damaged during the construction of the proposed development. Contact Construction Services at 387-6280 (with file number) for details. 4. All design and construction shall be in accordance with the Ada County Highway District Policy Manual, ISPWC Standards and approved supplements, Construction Services procedures and all applicable ACRD Ordinances unless specifically waived herein. An engineer registered in the State of Idaho shall prepare and certify all improvement plans. 5. The applicant shall submit revised plans for staff approval, prior to issuance of building permit (or other required permits), which incorporates any required design changes. 6. Construction, use and property development shall be in conformance with all applicable requirements of the Ada County Highway District prior to District approval for occupancy. 7. Payment of applicable road impact fees are required prior to building construction in accordance with Ordinance #195, also known as Ada County Highway District Road Impact Fee Ordinance. 8. It is the responsibility of the applicant to verify all existing utilities within the right-of-way. Existing utilities damaged by the applicant shall be repaired by the applicant at no cost to ACHD. The applicant shall be required to call DIGLINE (1-800-342-1585) at least two full business days prior to breaking ground within ACRD right-of-way. The applicant shall contact ACHD Traffic Operations 387- 6190 in the event any ACHD conduits (spare or filled) are compromised during any phase of construction. 9. No change in the terms and conditions of this approval shall be valid unless they are in writing and signed by the applicant or the applicant's authorized representative and an authorized representative of the Ada County Highway District. The burden shall be upon the applicant to obtain written confirmation of any change from-the Ada County Highway District. 10. Any change by the applicant in the planned use of the property which is the subject of this application, shall require the applicant to comply with all rules, regulations, ordinances, plans, or other regulatory and legal restrictions in force at the time the applicant or its successors in interest advises the Highway District of its intent to change the planned use of the subject property unless a waiver/variance of said requirements or other legal relief is granted pursuant to the law in effect at the time the change in use is sought. 6 • • Conclusions of Law If the proposed rezone/annexation is approved and the District receives a development proposal, the District intends to provide the previous requirements, in addition to any additional requirements that may apply upon District review of future development, to the City of Meridian. 2. ACRD requirements are intended to assure that the proposed use/development will not place an undue burden on the existing vehicular and pedestrian transportation system within the vicinity impacted by the proposed development. Attachments 1. Vicinity Map 2. Site Plan 3. Request for Reconsideration 7 ^ • w, .~ o~ ~ [ W 0 0 0 0 0 0 N LOCUST GROVE RD 0 0 .^]~ ~. 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