Design Advisory Board — Burlington, VT
Date: 2026-01-13
Time: 15:00

Design Advisory Board
 Tuesday, January 13, 2026, 3:00 PM

Remote and In Person (at 645 Pine Street) Meeting

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1. Agenda
 1.1.
 ZP-25-517; 355 Ethan Allen Parkway (RL, Ward 7) 355 Ethan Allen Parkway, LLC / Norman
 Benoit
 Proposed addition of two residential dwelling units to each existing building for a change from 12
 to 18 residential dwelling units total. (Project Manager, Kirk Dressing)

2. Adjournment

3. Informational and Non-Discrimination Statements
 3.1. The programs and services of the City of Burlington are accessible to people with disabilities.
 Individuals who require special arrangements to participate are encouraged to contact the
 Department of Permitting & Inspections at least 72 hours in advance so that proper accommodations
 can be arranged. For information call 865-7188.


 Non-Discrimination
 The City of Burlington will not tolerate unlawful harassment or discrimination on the basis of political or religious affiliation,
 race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran
 status, disability, HIV positive status, crime victim status or genetic information. The City is also committed to providing
 proper access to services, facilities, and employment opportunities. For accessibility information or alternative formats,
 please contact Human Resources Department at (802) 540-2505.




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 THIS IS NOT A SURVEY
 INFORMATION HAS BEEN COMPILED FROM ON LINE RESOURCES .

Owner: Wang KE INVESTMENTS,LLC
Tax Parcel ID 029--1-126--000


 REVISION TABLE
355 Ethan Allen Pkwy
Lot Area 67,616 sf N
Zoning RESIDENTIAL-LOW INTENSITY

1 Handicap Accessible units in each proposed addition



 NUMBER DATE REVISED BY DESCRIPTION
 P/L
 P/L
 P/L
 P/L
 P/L P/L
 P/L
 P/L
 P/L
 P/L
 P/L 25'




 L


 SB / L SB / L
 SB / L




 PROPOSED
 P/ SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L

 P/L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 L
 SB
 /




 SITE PLAN
 L
 PROPOSED 2 UNITS
 P/
 SB / L
 22 X 35
 22'




 P/L
 L

 770 SF FOOTPRINT




 PAGE TITLE
 SB




 32 PARKING SPACES
 /


 6' X 35'
 2'-10" X 4'-9"
 DECK
 DN PORCH UP



 L SB / L
 L
 P/ SB
 /




 EXISTING 4 UNITS
 EXISTING 4 UNITS
 SB / L
 P/L
 35- X 49'
 L
 SB
 /


 35- X 49'
 52'


 L
 P/

 SB / L




 355 ETHAN ALLEN PKWY LLC
 L
 SB
 /



 P/L
 3'-3" X 7'-4"
 DN
 DECK
 6' X 35' 35'


 L L PORCH
 N

 DN




 SB / L
 PROPOSED 2 UNITS
 P/ 25
 '
 SB
 /
 UP




 EXISTING 4 UNITS
 22 X 35 PORCH
 6'




 6' X 35'
 PROPOSED 2 UNITS
 7'-5" X 3'-5"
 22 X 35 22' DECK
 35'



 770 SF FOOTPRINT N




 35- X 49'
 P/L
 L


 770 SF FOOTPRINT
 SB
 SB / L
 / UP




 PROJECT TITLE
 L
 P/ SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 22' 48'-3"
 L
 SB / L
 SB SB / L
 / SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L
 SB / L

 L P/L
 P/

 NLB CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING,LLC
 P/L P/L
 P/L P/L

 111 East Shore Road South
 L P/L P/L
 P/ P/L P/L
 P/L P/L




 DRAWINGS PROVIDED BY:
 P/L P/L
 P/L
 PKWY
 Grand Isle, VT 05458
 ETHAN ALLEN



 802-355-4130




 DATE:

 10/6/2025

 SCALE @24 x 36


 PROJECT #



 PROPOSED SITE PLAN
 1"=10'
 PERMIT REVIEW ONLY SHEET NUMBER


 C1
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 e

 Moore Driv


 New Stormwater
 Infiltration Area SITE
 LAT: N44° 30' 48"
 LONG: W73° 14' 30"




 164 Main Street, Suite 201 P: (802) 878-0375
 New 1" CTS polyethylene Colchester, Vermont 05446 www.krebsandlansing.com
  water service with tracer




 New porch/stairs
 wire and curb stop to each
unit. Sawcut pavement and
 restore pavement, gravel STAMP:
 subbase and curb.
 New 2-unit 363 Ethan Allen Parkway
 Building 4 UNITS


 Inv. 167.5±
 New 4" PVC SDR 35
 s=14"/ft. min LOCATION MAP
 SCALE: 1" = 2,000 FT

 Reconfigure
 paved New Stormwater
 walk to Infiltration Area
 match
 new
 New 2-unit porches
 New 4" PVC SDR 35 Inv.
 s=14"/ft. min 168.5± Building

 New SMh
 Rim 171.5
 Inv. in 166.0± New porch/stairs
 Inv. out 165.9±




 355 Ethan

 SDR 35
 Allen Parkway

 New 6" PVC
 4 Units

 6
 s=0.01




 Ethan Alle Project:



 n Parkway
 353-365 ETHAN
 ALLEN PARKWAY
 Sawcut and restore
 pavement for sewer
 installation.
 314.7 x

 Reconfigure
 paved Project No. 25301
 walk to
 match Scale 1" = 20'
 new




 New porch/stairs
 porch Drawn by TJB
 335 Ethan Allen Parkway
 4 Units New 2-unit
 Checked by SWH
 Building
 Date 12/04/2025
 Inv.
 169.0±
 Revisions
 No. Date Description
 s=14"/ft. min
 New 4" PVC SDR 35

 New SMh
 Rim 171.5
 Inv. in 163.1±
 Inv. out 163.0±


 New 1" CTS polyethylene
 water service with tracer Drawing Title
 wire and curb stop to each
 unit. Sawcut pavement and
 restore pavement, gravel
 subbase and curb. Site Plan
 New Stormwater
 Infiltration Area

 Drawing No.



 C-1.0
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 EXISTING- NO CHANGES AREA OF NEW CONSTRUCTION

 HIGHEST RIDGE
 23.9'




 REVISION TABLE
 6'-7 1/8"


 TOP OF PLATE
 17.3'




 NUMBER DATE REVISED BY DESCRIPTION
 8'-1 1/8"
 5840MU 5840MU 5840MU 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH

 7456PT




 TOP OF SUBFLOOR - 2ND FLOOR

 1'-0 5/8"
 9.2'
 TOP OF PLATE
 8.2'



 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH

 8'-2"




 ELEVATIONS
 TOP OF SUBFLOOR - FOUNDATION
 0'




 Exterior Elevation Back

 PAGE TITLE
 1/4"=1'




 AREA OF NEW CONSTRUCTION EXISTING- NO CHANGES




 355 ETHAN ALLEN PKWY LLC




 PROJECT TITLE
VINYL SIDING 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH

 7456PT




 NLB CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING,LLC




 111 East Shore Road South
 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH




 DRAWINGS PROVIDED BY:
 7456PT




 Grand Isle, VT 05458




 802-355-4130

 Exterior Elevation Front
 1/4"=1' DATE:

 10/6/2025

 SCALE @24 x 36


 PROJECT #




 PERMIT REVIEW ONLY SHEET NUMBER



 SK1
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 REVISION TABLE




 NUMBER DATE REVISED BY DESCRIPTION
 2828DH


  3254DH 3254DH




 2828DH




 ELEVATIONS
  3254DH 3254DH




 PAGE TITLE
 Exterior Elevation Left
 1/4"=1'




 355 ETHAN ALLEN PKWY LLC
 EXISTING NO CHANGES




 PROJECT TITLE




 NLB CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING,LLC
 5840MU 5840MU




 111 East Shore Road South




 DRAWINGS PROVIDED BY:
 Grand Isle, VT 05458
 5840MU 5840MU




 802-355-4130




 DATE:

 10/6/2025
Exterior Elevation Right
 SCALE @24 x 36


 PROJECT #




 PERMIT REVIEW ONLY SHEET NUMBER


 SK2
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 UP




 REVISION TABLE




 NUMBER DATE REVISED BY DESCRIPTION
 EXTERIOR ELEVATION BACK
 E3
 2




 PROPOSED
 2840DH 4068 2840DH 2840DH 5068 5068 2840DH



 SB33 DCW2436R




 FLOOR PLANS
 W2436R W1236R
 DCB36R

 9'
 B24R

 8' 5840MU




 PAGE TITLE
 BEDROOM
 3254DH
 8'-11" X 10'-3" KITCHEN 7368

 11'-9" X 13'-5"
 21068



 2668




 ENTRY PORCH
 R6



 1768
 CLOSET MECH
 3'-7" X 2'-2" 2068 CLOSET
 2'-8" X 2'-7"
 8'
 5'-0" X 2'-2" GFCI
 WP
 3068
 3068




EXTERIOR ELEVATION LEFT EXTERIOR ELEVATION RIGHT
 SHOWER HANDICAP




 355 ETHAN ALLEN PKWY LLC
 3068
 E2 ACCESSIBLE UNIT E4
 2828DH PORCH
 3 3
 BATH 3068
 4'-3" X 8'-9"
 3068
 8'-11" X 6'-8"
 21068
 2840DH
 R6
 1DB3620




 CLOSET
 21068
 5'-1" 2668
 X 2'-2"




 PROJECT TITLE
 UP

 3254DH

 BEDROOM LIVING
 10'-6" X 18'-8" 5840MU
 10'-2" X 9'-4"




 NLB CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING,LLC
 2840DH 5068 2840DH 5068 5068 2840DH




 111 East Shore Road South




 DRAWINGS PROVIDED BY:
 Grand Isle, VT 05458
 PROPOSED 1st & 2ed FLOOR PLANS
 1/4"=1' 802-355-4130


 E1
 2
 EXTERIOR ELEVATION FRONT DATE:

 10/5/2025

 SCALE @24 x 36

 1st Floor PROJECT #




 PERMIT REVIEW ONLY SHEET NUMBER

 SK3
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 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH 7456PT




 REVISION TABLE
 BICYCLE LONG TERM PARKING PLAN
 3254DH

 5840MU


 2668




 NUMBER DATE REVISED BY DESCRIPTION
 2668


 1668 2068




 3241PT




 2828DH

 3068

 3368
 2668




 2668
 2668
 DN


 3254DH
 5840MU




 DN




 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH 7456PT PAGE TITLE


 2ED FLOOR 2ed Floor
 LONG TERM BICYCLE STORAGE
 ( 2 BIKES)




 355 ETHAN ALLEN PKWY LLC
 2840DH 4068 2840DH 6068 2840DH



 SB33 DCW2436R




 W2436R W1236R
 DCB36R

 9'
 B24R

 8'
 BEDROOM
3254DH




 PROJECT TITLE
 8'-11" X 10'-3" KITCHEN
 11'-9" X 13'-5"
 21068



 2668




 ENTRY PORCH
 R6



 1768
 CLOSET MECH
 3'-7" X 2'-2" 2068 CLOSET
 2'-8" X 2'-7"
 8'
 5'-0" X 2'-2"
 NLB CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING,LLC
 GFCI

 3068
 WP




 SHOWER HANDICAP 3068
 ACCESSIBLE UNIT
2828DH




 111 East Shore Road South
 BATH 3068
 8'-11" X 6'-8"
 21068
 2840DH




 DRAWINGS PROVIDED BY:
 R6
 1DB3620




 Grand Isle, VT 05458
 8'
 CLOSET
 21068
 3368
 5'-1" 2668
 X 2'-2"
 UP


3254DH
 802-355-4130
 BEDROOM LIVING
 10'-2" X 9'-4" 10'-6" X 18'-8"
 UP
 PERSPECTIVE DATE:

 10/24/2025
 2840DH 5068 7456PT

 SCALE @24 x 36
 4 LONG TERM BICYCLE PARKING PLACES PER BUILDING x 3 BUILDINGS
 FIRST FLOOR
 LONG TERM BICYCLE STORAGE TOTAL 12 1 st floor PROJECT #
 UNDER STAIR ( 2 BIKES)




 PERMIT REVIEW ONLY SHEET NUMBER


 SK5
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 REVISION TABLE
 BICYCLE LONG TERM PARKING PLAN
 2840DH 4068 2840DH 2840DH



 SB33 DCW2436R




 W2436R W1236R
 DCB36R
 9'
 B24R

 8'
 BEDROOM
 3254DH
 8'-11" X 10'-3" KITCHEN 7368




 NUMBER DATE REVISED BY DESCRIPTION
 11'-9" X 13'-5"
 21068



 2668




 ENTRY PORCH
 R6



 1768
 CLOSET MECH
 3'-7" X 2'-2" 2068 CLOSET
 2'-8" X 2'-7"
 8'
 5'-0" X 2'-2" GFCI
 WP
 3068



 SHOWER HANDICAP
 3068
 ACCESSIBLE UNIT
 2828DH

 BATH 3068
 8'-11" X 6'-8"
 21068
 2840DH
 R6
 1DB3620




 8'
 CLOSET
 21068
 5'-1" 2668
 X 2'-2"
 UP


 3254DH

 BEDROOM LIVING
 10'-2" X 9'-4" 10'-6" X 18'-8"




 PAGE TITLE
 UP




 2840DH 5068 7456PT




 FIRST FLOOR
 LONG TERM BICYCLE STORAGE
 UNDER STAIR ( 2 BIKES)




 355 ETHAN ALLEN PKWY LLC
 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH




 DN




 PROJECT TITLE
3254DH

 5840MU


 2668




 2668


 1668 2068




 NLB CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING,LLC

2828DH



 111 East Shore Road South
 3068


 2668




 DRAWINGS PROVIDED BY:
 2668
 Grand Isle, VT 05458
 2668
 DN


3254DH
 5840MU
 802-355-4130


 DN
 PERSPECTIVE DATE:

 10/22/2025

 SCALE @24 x 36
 4 LONG TERM BICYCLE PARKING PLACES PER BUILDING x 3 BUILDINGS
 2840DH 2840DH 2840DH 7456PT




 2ED FLOOR
 TOTAL 12 PROJECT #

 LONG TERM BICYCLE STORAGE
 ( 2 BIKES)


 PERMIT REVIEW ONLY SHEET NUMBER


 SK5
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 PERSPECTIVE




 PERMIT REVIEW ONLY




 DRAWINGS PROVIDED BY:
 PROJECT TITLE PAGE TITLE REVISION TABLE
 NUMBER DATE REVISED BY DESCRIPTION
 NLB CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING,LLC 355 ETHAN ALLEN PKWY LLC
 DATE: 111 East Shore Road South
 PROJECT # Grand Isle, VT 05458
 802-355-4130
 SHEET NUMBER SCALE @24 x 36
 10/6/2025
 SK4
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FRONT DOOR




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EXTERIOR VERTICAL SIDING




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STAIR RAILING AND GUARD RAILS




 STAIR RAILING AND GUARD RAILS




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UPPER DECK AND STAIR TREADS




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EXTERIOR PORCH LIGHTING




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VINLY SIDING TO MATCH EXISTING




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EXTERIOR WINDOWS (TYP)




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SHINGLES TO MATCH EXISTING IF POSSIBLE




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Department of Permitting & Inspections William Ward, Director
 Scott Gustin, AICP, CFM, Principal Planner
Zoning Division Mary O’Neil, AICP, Principal Planner
645 Pine Street Kirk Dressing, Associate Planner
Burlington, VT 05401 Joseph Cava, Permit Technician
Telephone: (802) 865-7188 Collin Naheedy, Code Compliance Officer




 MEMORANDUM

 TO: Design Advisory Board
 FROM: Kirk Dressing, Associate Planner
 DATE: January 13, 2026
 RE: ZP-25-517; 355 Ethan Allen Parkway

 File: ZP-25-517
 Location: 355 Ethan Allen Parkway
 Zone: RL Ward: 7
 Date application accepted: October 7, 2025
 Applicant/Owner: Norman Benoit/355 Ethan Allen Parkway LLC
 Request: Additions to three existing multi-family dwellings, each addition will have two units for
 a total of six new units.




 Background:
  Zoning Permit 1996-269; Installation of vinyl siding over the existing wood (T1-11)
 Sections of the multi-Unit residential buildings.




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Article 6: Development Review Standards

Part 1: Land Division Standards
Not applicable

Part 2: Site Plan Design Standards
Sec. 6.2.1 Applicability
 These standards shall be satisfied for the approval of all development subject to the
 provisions of this ordinance found in Article 3, Section 3.4.2(1) – Site Plan Review.

Sec. 6.2.2 Review Standards
 (a) Protection of Important Natural Features:
 The landscape, existing terrain and any significant trees and vegetation shall be preserved
 in their natural state insofar as practicable in keeping with the objectives of the underlying
 zoning district. Development and site disturbance shall preserve watercourses, wetlands,
 steep slopes, flood-prone areas, rock outcroppings, wildlife habitat and travel corridors,
 specimen trees and contiguous stands of forest, and other sensitive ecological and geological
 areas insofar as practicable in keeping with the objectives of the underlying zoning district.
 Site plans shall provide suitable buffers from any proposed site improvements, and maintain
 continuity and contiguousness of greenspace while allowing reasonable development in
 support of the overall intent of the zoning district. Where any natural features are proposed
 to be removed or the topography altered, special attention shall be given to replace or
 mitigate the loss of such features. Any development occurring on parcels containing
 significant natural areas identified in the city’s Open Space Protection Plan shall avoid
 disturbance to these natural areas and establish appropriate buffers that protect their
 natural functions.
 Existing trees are depicted on the submitted site plan, however there is neither an inventory
 provided, nor information as to whether or not any trees are proposed to be removed, or if
 additional plantings are proposed. The applicant should provide more information about
 existing/proposed trees and plantings.
  (b) Topographical Alterations:


ZP-25-517 pg. 2 of 15

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 Alteration to the natural contour of the site shall minimize grading, cut, and fill, and shall
 take necessary measures to protect against erosion and future instability. Any grade changes
 shall be in keeping with the general appearance of neighboring developed areas. In areas
 where more intense levels of development are encouraged, development should seek to take
 advantage of topographical changes to hide and/or blend new construction into the
 landscape. Proposed design and construction details for any cut and fill, or retaining walls
 over 3-feet in height, or any height along the lakeshore, shall be subject to review and
 approval by the city engineer before receiving approval of the site plan.
 Minimal grading, primarily for stormwater management, is proposed on this flat site.
 (c) Protection of Important Public Views:
 Distant terminal views of Lake Champlain and the mountains to the east and west, and
 important public and cultural landmarks, framed by public rights-of-way or viewed from
 public spaces shall be maintained through sensitive siting and design to the extent
 practicable. This shall not be construed to include views from exclusively private property.
 Not applicable.
  (d) Protection of Important Cultural Resources:
 Burlington’s architectural and cultural heritage shall be protected through sensitive and
 respectful redevelopment, rehabilitation, and infill. Archeological sites likely to yield
 information important to the city’s or the region’s pre-history or history shall be evaluated,
 documented, and avoided whenever feasible. Where the proposed development involves sites
 listed or eligible for listing on a state or national register of historic places, the applicant
 shall meet the applicable development and design standards pursuant to Sec. 5.4.8(b).
 Not Applicable.
  (e) Supporting the Use of Renewable Energy Resources:
 Where feasible, the site plan should be so designed as to take advantage of the site’s inherent
 potential to utilize sources of renewable energy including direct sunlight, wind, or running
 water. The site plan should also incorporate site planning and landscaping decisions
 intended to minimize energy demand such as siting buildings to maximize solar access or the
 use of deciduous and coniferous trees to create shade and windbreak.
 Buildings should, where appropriate within the context of the neighborhood development
 pattern, maximize their solar exposure by being oriented to maximize natural light and heat
 gain during winter months, and to minimize casting shadows into ground floor living space
 of a building on an adjacent property.




ZP-25-517 pg. 3 of 15

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 The proposed placement of the additions does
 not appear to maximize solar exposure. The
 addition proposed in the southeastern corner
 of the property has a façade that is southern
 facing, however it appears it will be in the
 shade of large established trees that will likely
 limit the amount of sunlight that reaches the
 units. The two additions in the northwestern
 corner of the property are on the north, and
 west sides of the existing buildings. Although
 the northern most unit will have a south facing
 façade, it will be in the shadow of the unit
 proposed directly to the south.
  (f) Brownfield Sites:
 Where a proposed development involves a known or suspected brownfield, the site plan shall
 indicate areas of known or suspected contamination, and the applicant shall identify
 completed or planned remediation necessary to support the intended use(s).

 The parcel is not listed on DEC’s Brownfield Sites. Not applicable.
  (g) Provide for nature's events:
 Special attention shall be accorded to stormwater runoff so that neighboring properties
 and/or the public stormwater drainage system are not adversely affected. All development
 and site disturbance shall follow applicable city and state erosion and stormwater
 management guidelines in accordance with the requirements of Art 5, Sec 5.5.3.
 Proposed stormwater infiltration areas are identified on the proposed plan. An Erosion
 Prevention and Sediment Control plan has not been submitted but one is required.
 Design features which address the effects of rain, snow, and ice at building entrances, and
 to provisions for snow and ice removal or storage from circulation areas shall also be
 incorporated.
 Entrances to the new dwellings appear to be enclosed/covered which will offer protection
 from inclement weather. No changes to the parking area are proposed, it does not appear that
 there will be any adverse effects on snow storage on the property.
 (h) Building Location and Orientation:
 The introduction of new buildings and additions shall be consistent with the intent of the
 district. New buildings and additions should be aligned with the front façade of neighboring
 buildings to reinforce the existing “street-edge,” or where necessary, located in such a way
 that complements existing natural features and landscapes. Buildings placed in mixed-use
 areas where high volumes of pedestrian traffic are desired should seek to provide sufficient
 space (optimally 12-15 feet) between the curbline and the building face to facilitate the flow
 of pedestrian traffic. In such areas, architectural recesses and articulations at the street-
 level are particularly important, and can be used as an alternative to a complete building
 setback in order to maintain the existing street wall.
 Principal buildings shall have their main entrance facing and clearly identifiable from the
 public street. The development of corner lots shall be subject to review by the city engineer
ZP-25-517 pg. 4 of 15

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 regarding the adequacy of sight distances along the approaches to the intersection. To the
 extent practicable, development of corner lots in non-residential areas should try to place
 the building mass near the intersection and parallel to the street to help anchor the corner
 and take advantage of the high visibility location.
 In residential areas, accessory buildings shall be located in such a way so as to be secondary
 and subordinate in scale and design to the principal structure. A parking structure – either
 attached or detached – shall be setback from the longest street-facing wall of the principal
 structure and be deferential yet consistent in character and design. Where a garage is not
 oriented towards the street (i.e. the garage doors face the rear or side yard), the street-facing
 garage wall shall have windows or doors or other features that break-up the mass into
 smaller elements, and be blended with the character of the residential portion of the
 structure.
 Where a garage is attached to a principal single-family or duplex residential structure and
 oriented to the street (i.e. the garage doors face the street) the following standards shall
 apply:
 1. Except as provided in subsections 3, 4 and 5 below, a street-facing garage wall shall
 constitute no more than 50% of the width of the street-facing façade of the entire
 structure (including the garage portion), and shall not exceed 24-feet. In cases where
 a street-facing garage wall constitutes between 30%-50% of the street-facing façade,
 living space is encouraged above to integrate the garage more closely into the design
 and mass of the overall structure. In cases where the street-facing garage wall
 constitutes more than 50% of the width of the street-facing façade, living space above
 is required.
 2. Each bay of the garage shall have a separate entrance door of no more than 10-feet
 in width.
 3. Where the width of the street-facing façade of the residential portion of the structure
 is less than 14 feet, the street-facing garage portion may be allowed up to but not
 exceeding 14 feet in order to allow for a single garage bay.
 4. Where a garage entrance is within a single roofline and wholly integrated into the
 overall design the front façade of the structure, it may constitute more than 50% of
 the width of the street-facing façade provided there is interior living space above,
 and the primary pedestrian entrance offers a clear and welcoming entrance from the
 street.
 5. Enclosed space originally designed and constructed as a garage for vehicular
 parking but converted to living space may be converted back to enclosed vehicular
 parking provided there is no expansion of the building footprint necessary to
 complete the conversion




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 The proposed additions are all in alignment with the existing buildings, there will be no new
 facades, just extensions to what currently exists.
  (i) Vehicular Access:
 Curb cuts shall be arranged and limited in number to reduce congestion and improve traffic
 safety. A secondary access point from side roads is encouraged where possible to improve
 traffic flow and safety along major streets. The width and radius of curb cuts should be kept
 to the minimum width necessary, and sight triangles and sufficient turnarounds for vehicles
 shall be provided to reduce the potential for accidents at points of egress.
 There are no proposed changes to the curb cut or parking lot. Not Applicable.
  (j) Pedestrian Access:
 Pedestrians shall be provided one or more direct and unobstructed paths between a public
 sidewalk and the primary building entrance. Well defined pedestrian routes shall be provided
 through parking areas to primary building access points and be designed to provide a
 physical separation between vehicles and pedestrians in a manner that minimizes conflicts
 and improves safety. Where sidewalks and driveways meet, the sidewalk shall be clearly
 marked by differentiated ground materials and/or pavement markings.




ZP-25-517 pg. 6 of 15

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 The submitted site plan shows the proposed reconfiguration of paved walkways that lead
 from the parking area to the unit entrances.
  (k) Accessibility for the Handicapped:
 Special attention shall be given to the location and integration of accessible routes, parking
 spaces, and ramps for the disabled. Special attention shall also be given to identifying
 accessible access points between buildings and parking areas, public streets and sidewalks.
 The federal Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG) shall be used
 as a guide in determining the adequacy of the proposed development in addressing the needs
 of the disabled.

 ADA compliance is under the jurisdiction of the building official.
 (l) Parking and Circulation:
 To the extent possible, parking should be placed at the side or rear of the lot and screened
 from view from surrounding properties and adjacent public rights of ways. Attempts to link
 adjacent parking lots or provide shared parking areas which can serve neighboring
 properties simultaneously shall be strongly encouraged.
 Parking shall be laid out to provide ease in maneuvering of vehicles and so that vehicles do
 not have to back out onto city streets. Dimensions of spaces shall at a minimum meet the
 requirements as provided in Article 8. The perimeter of all parking areas shall be designed
 with anchored curb stops, landscaping, or other such physical barriers to prevent vehicles
 from encroaching into adjacent green spaces.
 Surface parking and maneuvering areas should be shaded in an effort to reduce their effect
 on the local microclimate, air quality, and stormwater runoff with an objective of shading at
 least 30% of the parking lot.
 All parking areas shall provide a physical separation between moving and parked vehicles
 and pedestrians in a manner that minimizes conflicts and gives pedestrians a safe and
 unobstructed route to building entrance(s) or a public sidewalk.
 Where bicycle parking is provided, access shall be provided along vehicular driveways or
 separate paths, with clearly marked signs indicating the location of parking areas. Where
 bicycle parking is located proximate to a building entrance, all shared walkways shall be of
 sufficient width to separate bicycles and pedestrians, and be clearly marked to avoid
 conflicts. All bicycle parking areas shall link directly to a pedestrian route to a building
 entrance. All bicycle parking shall be in conformance with applicable design & construction
 details as provided by the dept. of public works.




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 The bicycle parking plan is not clear. There are two different plans
 for bicycle parking areas, and it is not clear which is being proposed.
 There are problems with both renderings. Second story bicycle
 parking is not practical as not everyone is able to regularly carry a
 bicycle and/or electric bicycle up and down a flight of stairs. The
 orientation and access to the second level enclosed bicycle parking
 area is not logical and would likely not function as intended.
 Maneuvering a bicycle out of the enclosed area would be
 cumbersome and difficult, and both bicycles would not be able to be
 removed independent of one another. No changes to vehicular
 parking or circulation are proposed.

  (m) Landscaping, Fences and Retaining Walls:
 Landscaping shall be used to beautify the development site and to provide specific functions
 and benefits to the uses and buildings on the site. These include but are not limited to
 stormwater retention and erosion control, winter windbreaks and summer shade,
 recreational and habitat corridors, buffers and screening of parking areas, and creating
 privacy for and from adjacent property.
 Existing trees shall be retained and incorporated into a landscape plan to the extent possible,
 and existing trees to be retained shall be protected during construction in accordance with
 specifications provided by the city arborist. Contiguous green space, both within the site and
 with adjacent properties, should be provided on a site whenever possible and be designed to
 provide wildlife travel corridors and habitat preservation, as well as enabling recreational
 access. If open space is intended to be publicly accessible, it shall be designed to maximize
 accessibility for all individuals including the disabled, encourage social interaction, and
 facilitate ease of maintenance. Along the street edge, landscaping shall be used to provide a
 visual buffer into parking areas from the public street and reinforce the streetscape.
 The selection of plant materials and planting sites should create a sustainable landscape,
 and consideration shall be given to factors such as hardiness, salt tolerance, disease
 resistance, invasiveness, root and canopy spread, underground and overhead utilities, soil
 conditions, and microclimates. The use of native plant materials is encouraged, and the use
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 of plants considered invasive by VT Agency of Agriculture shall be prohibited. For more
 information on sustainable landscapes, applicants are encouraged to consult Planting
 Sustainable Landscapes: A Guide for Plan Reviewers prepared for the Vermont Department
 of Forests Parks and Recreation by the Vermont Chapter of the American Society of
 Landscape Architects.
 New or replacement street trees shall be provided consistent with the city’s Street Tree
 Master Plan. All proposed street trees shall be selected and planted in accordance with
 specifications provided by the city arborist.
 Fences may be placed within the required setback along a property line, but shall be setback
 sufficiently to provide for the maintenance of both sides of the fence without entering onto
 the adjacent property and shall present a finished side to the adjoining property and public
 street. Fences placed within a clear sight triangle shall adhere to the standards of Sec. 5.2.6
 (c). Styles, materials, and dimensions of the proposed fence shall be compatible with the
 context of the neighborhood and the use of the property.
 Retaining walls greater than 5 feet tall shall incorporate textured surfaces, terracing, and/or
 vegetation to avoid long monotonous unarticulated expanses and to minimize adverse visual
 impacts to neighboring properties. As with fences, retaining wall styles, materials, and
 dimensions shall be compatible with the context of the neighborhood and use of the property

 While the submitted site plan identifies existing trees and proposed stormwater infiltration
 areas, there is no discrete landscaping plan. One is needed.
  (n) Public Plazas and Open Space:
 Where public open space is provided as an amenity to the site plan, it should be
 sited on the parcel to maximize solar exposure, with landscaping and hardscape
 (including fountains, sitting walls, public art, and street furniture) to encourage its
 use by the public in all seasons. Public plazas should be visually and physically
 accessible from public rights-of-ways and building entrances where appropriate
 and shall be designed to maximize accessibility for all individuals, including the
 disabled and encourage social interaction.
 Public space should be coordinated with the surrounding buildings without
 compromising safety and visibility. Public spaces should be surrounded by active
 uses that generate pedestrian traffic, and connect the space to major activity
 centers, streets, or corridors.
 New structures and additions to existing structures shall be shaped to reduce
 shadows on public plazas and other publicly accessible spaces. In determining the
 impact of shadows, the following factors shall be taken into account: the mass of
 area shaded, the duration of shading, and the importance of sunlight to the utility
 of the type of open space being shadowed. Proposed development shall be
 considered for solar impact based the sun angle during the Vernal and Autumnal
 Equinox.

 Not applicable.
  (o) Outdoor Lighting:
 Where exterior lighting is proposed the applicant shall meet the lighting performance
 standards as per Sec 5.5.2.
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 The application materials include a model of an outdoor wall light. No information regarding
 the location or number of lights is included. More information regarding the lighting plan is
 needed, including proposed illumination levels.
 (p) Integrate infrastructure into the design:
 Exterior storage areas, machinery and equipment installations, service and loading areas,
 utility meters and structures, mailboxes, and similar accessory structures shall utilize
 setbacks, plantings, enclosures and other mitigation or screening methods to minimize their
 auditory and visual impact on the public street and neighboring properties to the extent
 practicable.
 Utility and service enclosures and screening shall be coordinated with the design of the
 principal building, and should be grouped in a service court away from public view. On-site
 utilities shall be place underground whenever practicable. Trash and recycling bins and
 dumpsters shall be located, within preferably, or behind buildings, enclosed on all four (4)
 sides to prevent blowing trash, and screened from public view.
 Any development involving the installation of machinery or equipment which emits heat,
 vapor, fumes, vibration, or noise shall minimize, insofar as practicable, any adverse impact
 on neighboring properties and the environment pursuant to the requirements of Article 5,
 Part 5 Performance Standards.




 The proposed site plan identifies existing dumpster location, however there does not appear
 to be any enclosure. One is needed.


PART 3: Architectural Design Standards
Sec. 6.3.1 Applicability.
 These standards are enacted and shall be satisfied for the approval of all development subject
 to the provisions of this ordinance found in Article 3, Section 3.4.2(b) – Design Review.
Sec. 6.3.2 Review Standards
 (a) Relate development to its environment:
 Proposed buildings and additions shall be appropriately scaled and proportioned for
 their function and with respect to the purpose of the zoning district. They should
 integrate harmoniously into the topography, and to the use, scale, and architectural
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 details of existing buildings in the vicinity; however, such consideration shall not
 require building height to be more limited than otherwise allowed within an
 applicable zoning district or overlay zone per Article 4.
 The following shall be considered:
 1. Massing, Height and Scale:
 While architectural styles or materials may vary within a streetscape, proposed
 development should maintain an overall scale similar to that of surrounding
 buildings, or provide a sensitive transition, where appropriate, to development of a
 dissimilar scale.
 In low and medium residential districts, the height and massing of existing residential
 buildings should be carefully considered when evaluating the compatibility of
 additions and infill development; however, no modifications by the DRB shall be
 made to projects which otherwise limit the allowable Principal Structure footprint,
 height, and number of units per building otherwise permitted by Tables 4.4.5-1 and
 4.4.5-2.
 Buildings should maintain consistent massing and perceived building height at the
 street level, regardless of the overall bulk or height of the building. Buildings should
 maintain a relationship to the human scale through the use of architectural elements,
 variations of proportions and materials, and surface articulations. Large expanses
 of undifferentiated building wall along the public street or sidewalk shall be avoided.
 The apparent mass and scale of buildings shall be broken into smaller parts by
 articulating separate volumes reflecting existing patterns in the streetscape, and
 should be proportioned to appear more vertical than horizontal in order to avoid
 monotonous repetition. (See also (d) Provide an active and inviting street edge
 below.)

 The proposed additions appear to have a maximum height ±1.5ft less than the existing
 buildings. The design and scale of the proposed additions matches the existing buildings, and
 the slight difference in height offers visual appeal. The additions are proposed to be directly
 aligned with the existing buildings but are offset and proportionally narrower with rotated
 gable ends. As proposed, the additions avoid simply being identical extensions of what is
 currently in place.

 2. Roofs and Rooflines.
 New buildings should incorporate predominant roof forms and pitches within the
 existing neighborhood and appropriate to the context. Large expanses of
 undifferentiated roof forms shall be avoided. This can be achieved by incorporating
 dormers or some variation in the roof form to lessen the impact of the massing against
 the sky. While flat roofs can be a reasonable architectural solution, pitched roof
 forms and architectural elements that enhance the city’s skyline are strongly
 encouraged. Roof eaves, parapets, and cornices should be articulated as an
 architectural detail. Roof-top mechanicals shall be screened from view from the
 public street, and should be incorporated into and hidden within the roof structure
 whenever possible.
 Solar panels, light colored ballast or roof membranes, split roof clerestories, planted
 or “green” roof technologies (with a clearly articulated maintenance plan) and
 “gray water” collection are encouraged. Active rooftop uses are also encouraged
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 to add to the visual complexity and activity of the city’s skyline, and afford public
 access to otherwise unseen views of the city and surrounding landscape.

 The proposed additions feature the same style pitched roof as the existing building, however,
 the gable ends are rotated which lessens the impact of massing against the sky.

 3. Building Openings
 Principal entrances shall be clearly defined and readily identifiable from a public
 street whether by a door, a canopy, porch, or other prominent architectural or
 landscape features. People with physical challenges should be able to use the same
 entrance as everyone-else and shall be provided an “accessible route” to the
 building. Attention shall also be accorded to design features which provide
 protection from the affects of rain, snow, and ice at building entrances, and to
 provisions for snow and ice removal or storage.
 Window openings shall maintain consistent patterns and proportions appropriate to
 the use. The window pattern should add variety and interest to the architecture, and
 be proportioned to appear more vertical than horizontal.
 Buildings placed on a side or rear property line where no setback is required shall
 contain neither doors nor windows along such façade so as not to restrict future
 development or re-development options of the adjacent property due to fire safety
 code restrictions. Otherwise they should be setback a minimum of 5-feet.
 Entrances to the new dwellings appear to be enclosed/covered which will offer protection
 from inclement weather. Proposed windows are similar to what exists, except the proposed
 second floor windows are singles as opposed to the mulled windows on the existing buildings
 which makes the windows appear less horizontal and adds variety and interest.
 (b) Protection of Important Architectural Resources:
 Burlington’s architectural and cultural heritage shall be protected through sensitive
 and respectful redevelopment, rehabilitation, and infill. Where the proposed
 development involves buildings listed or eligible for listing on a state or national
 register of historic places, the applicant shall meet the applicable development and
 design standards pursuant to Sec. 5.4.8. The introduction of new buildings to a
 historic district listed on a state or national register of historic places shall make
 every effort to be compatible with nearby historic buildings.
 Not applicable.
 (c) Protection of Important Public Views:
 Development shall preserve distant terminal views of Lake Champlain and the
 Adirondack Mountains and important public and cultural landmarks from public
 places and along east-west public rights-of-way to the extent practicable. This shall
 not be construed to include similar views from exclusively private property.
 Sensitivity shall be used in the massing of proposed development such that light and
 air is allowed to penetrate and some views may be preserved. Alternatives that extend
 access to such views by allowing public access into and through the proposed
 development are encouraged. In no case shall development be permitted to span
 across the public rights-of-way in such corridors.
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 There are no protected public views here. Not applicable.
  (d) Provide an active and inviting street edge:
 Building facades shall be varied along the street edge by the integration of
 architectural features, building materials, or physical step-backs of the façade along
 its length. Large expanses of undifferentiated building wall shall be avoided. This
 may be accomplished by incorporating fenestration patterns, bays, horizontal and
 vertical façade articulations, the rhythm of openings and prominent architectural
 features such as porches, patios, bays, articulated bases, stepping back an elevation
 relative to surrounding structures, and other street level details. The use of
 traditional facade components such as parapet caps, cornices, storefronts, awnings,
 canopies, transoms, kick plates, and recessed entries are highly encouraged. In areas
 where high volumes of pedestrian traffic are desired, the use of architectural recesses
 and articulations at the street-level are particularly important in order to facilitate
 the flow of pedestrian traffic

 Inventory of materials has been provided. Color rendered elevations of the proposed
 additions indicate they will remain visually similar to what exists with the noticeable
 difference being the proposed additions have vertical wood siding on the first level compared
 to the brick of the existing building.
 (e) Quality of materials:
 All development shall maximize the use of highly durable building materials that
 extend the life cycle of the building, and reduce maintenance, waste, and
 environmental impacts. Such materials are particularly important in certain highly
 trafficked locations such as along major streets, sidewalks, loading areas, and
 driveways. Efforts to incorporate the use of recycled content materials and building
 materials and products that are extracted and/or manufactured within the region are
 highly encouraged.
 Owners of historic structures are encouraged to consult with an architectural
 historian in order to determine the most appropriate repair, restoration or
 replacement of historic building materials as outlined by the requirements of Art 5,
 Sec. 5.4.8

 Exterior finish material information has been provided. The materials such as vinyl and
 engineered treated wood siding, and composite deck boards appear to be acceptably durable.
 (f) Reduce energy utilization:
 All new construction shall meet the Guidelines for Energy Efficient Construction
 pursuant to the requirements of Article VI. Energy Conservation, Section 8 of the City
 of Burlington Code of Ordinances.


 Windows and doors will be required to meet Residential Building Energy Standards (RBES).
  (g) Make advertising features complementary to the site:


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 Where signs and other advertising features are proposed, the applicant shall meet
 the requirements as per Article 7 – Signs. The size, location. Design. Texture,
 lighting, and materials of all exterior signs and advertising features shall not detract
 from the use and enjoyment of proposed buildings or surrounding properties.
 National branding through signage and architecture shall be discouraged.

 Not applicable.
  (h) Integrate infrastructure into the building design:
 Exterior machinery and equipment installations, service and loading areas, utility
 meters and structures, mailboxes, and similar accessory features shall utilize
 setbacks, plantings, enclosures and other mitigation or screening methods to
 minimize their auditory and visual impact on the public street and neighboring
 properties.

 Rooftop mechanicals, including heating and cooling devices and elevator
 equipment, should be incorporated into the structure’s design, and shall be
 arranged to minimize their visibility from the street level. Such features, in
 excess of one foot in height, shall be either enclosed within the roof structure,
 outer building walls, or parapets, or designed so that they are integrated into the
 overall design and materials of the building. Where such rooftop features do not
 exceed ten percent (10%) of the total roof area, they may be considered
 “ornamental and symbolic features” pursuant to Sec. 5.2.7 for the purposes of
 measuring building height.

 Any development involving the installation of machinery or equipment which
 emits heat, vapor, fumes, vibration, or noise shall minimize any adverse impact on
 neighboring properties and the environment pursuant to the requirements of
 Article 5, Part 5 Performance Standards.

 Not applicable.
 (i) Make spaces secure and safe:
 Spaces shall be designed to facilitate building evacuation, accessibility by fire, police
 or other emergency personnel and equipment, and, to the extent feasible, provide for
 adequate and secure visibility for persons using and observing such spaces. Building
 entrances/entry points shall be visible and adequately lit, and intercom systems for
 multi-family housing should be incorporated where possible, to maximize personal
 safety.
 The application materials include a specific model of outdoor wall light, however, no
 information regarding the number or location of lights has been provided.



Items for the Board’s consideration:
  EPSC and Stormwater plans are required.
  A landscaping plan is required.
  There is no dumpster enclosure.
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  The bicycle parking plan is not clear, and what has been provided is not practical.




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Burlington Design Advisory Board Ron Wanamaker, Chair
 Emily Morse, Vice Chair
 Department of Permitting and Inspections Ricky Martin
 645 Pine Street Gabriel Stadecker
 Burlington, VT 05401 Jay White
 http://www.burlingtonvt.gov/DPI/Boards/Design-Advisory-Board/ Kathleen Ryan, Alternate
Telephone: (802) 865-7188 Joel Baird, Alternate



 DESIGN ADVISORY BOARD
 Tuesday January 13, 2026

 Minutes

 Present: Ron Wanamaker, Emily Morse (remote), Gabe Stadecker, Jay White, Ricky Martin
 and Joel Baird (alternate).
 Absent: Kathleen Ryan (alternate).
 Staff present: Mary O’Neil, Kirk Dressing
 Guests: Norm Benoit

 Agenda
 Session I – 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM

 ZP-25-517; 355 Ethan Allen Parkway (RL, Ward 7) 355 Ethan Allen Parkway, LLC
 / Norman Benoit
 Proposed addition of two residential dwelling units to each existing building for a change
 from 12 to 18 residential dwelling units total. (Project Manager, Kirk Dressing)

 Motion by Jay White: I move we table the application for redesign to reflect comments
 made here today.
 2nd: Emily Morse

 Vote 5-0 (JB not participating.)
 Motion carries.


 Meeting adjourned 3:45 pm.




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