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Commission asks D & M Container to refine proffers, tables rezoning to Oct. 1
Summary
A rezoning request (08/24) for D & M Container to convert 13 acres from RA to M1 for a container service facility was tabled to Oct. 1 so the applicant can add restrictions on high‑intensity uses, hours of operation, buffer/screening and trail right‑of‑way to address neighbors’ concerns about noise, truck traffic and visibility from Route 277.
The Planning Commission on Sept. 4 heard a public presentation and extensive questioning on rezoning 08/24, a proposal to rezone approximately 13 acres from Rural Area (RA) to M1 (Light Industrial) for a container service facility operated by D & M Container.
Staff explained that the proffer statement includes: reservation of right-of-way for future Route 277 improvements, an 85‑trip threshold that would trigger a required traffic-impact analysis at site‑plan stage, and a contribution (10¢ per square foot) to fire and rescue services. Staff noted the proffer package did not yet address the comprehensive plan’s multi‑use trail requirement or certain site‑design measures in the Southern Frederick area plan.
Applicant representatives (David Frank and owner Becky Hedrick) described a phased approach — a front portion for the container business and a reserved rear area for future industrial use — and said D & M currently operates a small local business (four trucks), conducts limited on-site maintenance and fuels vehicles at the yard. Hedrick said welding and painting subcontractors would perform repairs and the applicant is willing to build an enclosed shop and agree to hours-of-operation limits and screening to reduce neighborhood impacts.
Commissioners pressed for detail on how the 85 trips are counted and whether those would be mostly truck trips; staff said the threshold is measured at site‑plan stage and VDOT/staff would evaluate whether the TIA threshold is exceeded. Commissioners also raised concerns about septic limitations, hours of operation, container visibility from Route 277 and noise/odor potential. The applicant agreed to work with staff to add more precise use restrictions, hours of operation and architectural/screening measures.
To allow time for those revisions, and so staff can review updated proffers and prepare a clear package for the Board, the commission voted to table rezoning 08/24 to its Oct. 1 meeting.
