De La Montanya Winery Vineyards Washoe County Board

De La Montanya Winery & Vineyards Washoe County Board of Adjustment 8 -1 -2019

De La Montanya Family Six generations of farmers/ranchers 25 years making wine 3 Boutique Wineries-Tasting rooms Vineyards ranging from 5 acres - 50 acres 200 acres of vineyards total Small batch handcrafted wines

Boutique Winery Small in scale – anticipated less than 5, 000 cases a year 1 acre vineyard on site 4, 000 sf production, barrel room, and tasting space Anticipated to be open to the public: April-December By appointment M-Th Friday-Sunday 11 am-6 pm

History Use requires Administrative Permit Applicant spent over 18 months searching for perfect site that met the requirements of WC Code Zoning, Sewer, Water, Access etc. Pre-app meetings with County Staff Due Diligence on 6 other sites, escrow on 5 sites Selected site because of location, exposure to sun, access and compatibility

Location 16435 and 16445 Bordeaux Drive

Administrative Permit First of its kind in Washoe County Code amended to allow for this use in LDS Zoning Mitigation and Considerations for effects on Surround Residential Uses Buffering with vineyard/grapes and fencing Limited hours of operation Ample onsite parking Sustainable farming practices Blending in to surrounding uses

Operation Production, Tasting Room and Storage. Approximately 4 -8 rotating wines for patrons to taste Limited hours and months of operation, conditions of approval Guest stay typically 30 min-1 hr, learn about wines, purchase wine and leave Turnover is key Not a wine bar or lounge

Operation Traffic- 30 trips per day. Report generated by WC Traffic Engineer. Single Family Residence generates 10 trips per day. Traffic 5 -10 large truck deliveries (10 -wheel box trucks) annually No truck and trailer deliveries 10 -12 small truck deliveries (8 -12 ft box trucks) annually

Site Improvements Crop production, vineyard and landscaping adjacent to neighbors Groundwater containment Permanent utility connections Driveway, parking, signage Fire turnaround Landscaping in common areas

Site Development

Architectural Design 4, 000 sf Building- Production, Tasting and Barrel Room Contemporary yet rustic design using natural materials consistent with local setting Outdoor seating/patio Public areas screened and designed to face away from residential uses

Architectural Design

Compatibility- Surrounding Uses Agricultural not commercial Code was amended to allow for it in LDS Zoning. Use is NOT allowed in a commercial zoning district. Compatible with residential uses 2 of 4 adjacent residences next to 8, 500 sf office building (same zoning) Support of the project from adjacent neighbors

Concerns of the public Increased traffic School Bus Drop off Drinking establishment Decreased property values

Bus Stop Project Site Project Driveway entrance and Montreaux Construction Driveway

Conditions of Approval School Bus Zone Hours of operation Monday-Thursday hours by appointment only with limited appointments during the hours of 2: 30 -4: 30 Signage Children at play/School Bus Drop off Similar signage on Bordeaux as approved by Washoe County Public Works and Engineering Division Proposal: Include these additional Conditions

Conditions of Approval Planning and Building Condition G. Construct a wall or fence 6’ in height surrounding property made of stone, masonry, vinyl or composite. Concern with applying commercial standards to agricultural use. Fencing- neighbors support transparent smooth wire fence Agricultural setting Enjoy looking at the vineyard rather than an opaque fence or row of shrubs/trees Masonry/iron/fence cost prohibitive

Conditions of Approval Proposed Condition: A minimum 6 -foot tall wall or fence where appropriate shall be constructed between the winery and all adjacent properties. The wall shall be constructed out of stone, masonry, vinyl, composite or a transparent predator resistant fencing material. Planted hedgerows would also be permitted. Wood and chain link are not permitted.

Conditions of Approval Planning and Building Condition H. One tree every 20 ft surrounding property and landscaping the depth of setbacks No trees on the site Out of place in agricultural setting Grapes need sun to grow, concerns with shading and will not allow for viable project Grape vines should be able to suffice for landscaping in setbacks

Conditions of Approval Proposed Condition: A common area landscaping plan shall be submitted, reviewed and approved by the Washoe County Planning and Building Division prior to issuance of building permits. One tree every 20 linear feet of property frontage will not be required and the grape vines will meet the minimum requirements for landscaping in the required front, side and rear yard setbacks along common areas.

Conditions of Approval Planning and Building Condition I. Outdoor storage of machinery or tools used for agricultural purposes is prohibited and must be store inside Tractor for working property. Parked under sheltered loading dock area. Proposed Condition: Agricultural machinery and tools shall be screened from adjacent properties when not in use.

Closing Excited to bring the first Winery and Vineyard to the greater Truckee Meadows Willingness to work with neighbors and gain their support Adding to Washoe County and its community character

Questions? Dennis and Tina De. La. Montanya, Owners Dennis Troy, Realm Constructors Kurt Stitser, Realm Constructors