FYI – Just seeing this for a first time. ODOTs comments are below. I have not made any preliminary comments yet in regards to utilities and storm, however I agree with ODOT’s comments.
Jennifer Cline, P.E. | Public Works Director
Licensed in OR, WA
117 N Molalla Ave. | PO Box 248 * |Molalla, OR 97038
O: 503.759.0218 | F: 503.829.3676
From: Nicolas Lennartz [mailto:nlennartz@cityofmolalla.com]
Sent: Friday, February 19, 2016 9:25 AM
To: Dan Huff <dhuff@cityofmolalla.com>; Jennifer Cline <jcline@cityofmolalla.com>
Subject: FW: Dollar General Molalla, OR
FYI
Nicolas Lennartz | Community Planner | City of Molalla
O: 503∙759∙0219 | C: 503∙998∙7048
communityplanner at cityofmolalla.com
117 N. Molalla Ave. | Molalla, OR 97038
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From: BROOKING Joshua C [mailto:Joshua.C.BROOKING@odot.state.or.us]
Sent: Thursday, February 18, 2016 6:08 PM
To: 'Brad Krem' <bkrem@embreegroup.com>
Cc: Phil Bramsen <pbramsen@embreegroup.com>; 'Nicolas Lennartz' <nlennartz@cityofmolalla.com>
Subject: RE: Dollar General Molalla, OR
Brad,
First, ODOT appreciates the early coordination for the proposed Dollar General development along OR-211. We have reviewed the two development scenarios attached and have the following preliminary comments.
Based on the attached site plans, the proposed access remains in a static location (i.e. the only difference between the site plans is moving the building from one side of the access to the other). Given the proposed access’ proximity to Leroy Avenue, this is not a desirable location for an access since it will probably end up in the future eastbound left turn pocket for Leroy. A more desirable location may be at the west edge of the property shown on Site Plan 3 since there are no driveways on the opposite side of the highway in that vicinity. In the future, this access could potentially serve the east half of the tax lot and the western portion of Tax Lot 800.
In addition to the access comments above:
· ODOT recommends that the applicant be required to submit a traffic impact analysis to assess the impacts of the proposed use on the State highway system. The analysis must be conducted by a Professional Engineer registered in Oregon.
· Right of way donation (dedication) as necessary to accommodate the planned cross section identified in the local Transportation System Plan shall be provided through deed to the Oregon Department of Transportation.
o Please note that the City of Molalla’s Transportation System Plan classifies Highway 211 as a Major Collector. Further, the City of Molalla’s Downtown Development and Streetscape Plan recommends that the cross-section for the OR-211 Corridor as a maximum of 72 feet. As part of this development, you will need to donate ROW to accommodate 36 feet (i.e. half of the recommended cross section width) or verify that there is sufficient ROW existing.
· Curb, sidewalk, bikeways and road widening shall be constructed as necessary to be consistent with the local Transportation System Plan and ODOT/ADA standards.
o It is anticipated that you will need to construct frontage improvements with this development. The City of Molalla’s Downtown Development and Streetscape Plan recommends the following cross-section. 
· An ODOT Drainage Permit is required for connection to state highway drainage facilities. Connection will only be considered if the site’s drainage naturally enters ODOT right of way. The applicant must provide ODOT District with a preliminary drainage plan showing impacts to the highway right of way. A drainage study prepared by an Oregon Registered Professional Engineer is usually required by ODOT if: (1) Total peak runoff entering the highway right of way is greater than 1.77 cubic feet per second; or (2) The improvements create an increase of the impervious surface area greater than 10,758 square feet.
· Based on our preliminary review the following ODOT permits will most likely be required required: Access Permit; Miscellaneous Permit; and Drainage Permit
The site plans divide the highway frontage of Tax Lot 800 into thirds and either site plan takes up about one tenth of the commercially-zoned tax lot. It would be great if you, as the developer, could work with ODOT and the City to figure out what the long-range plans are for the property and to develop a plan for accessing the highway.
As mentioned, these are our preliminary comments based on the information provided. ODOT will provide formal comments during the land use review. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to let me know! Thank you!
Joshua Brooking
Assistant Planner
ODOT Region 1, Development Review
(503)-731-3049
joshua.c.brooking@odot.state.or.us
From: Brad Krem [mailto:bkrem@embreegroup.com]
Sent: Friday, February 12, 2016 7:27 AM
To: BROOKING Joshua C
Cc: Phil Bramsen
Subject: Dollar General Molalla, OR
Josh,
Per our phone conversation I am sending you the attached site plans. As you can see we are looking at two site locations utilizing a shared drive entrance. I would like to get ODOT’s comments on the drive entrance location along Woodburg Estacada Hwy.
If you have any questions, or need any additional information please do not hesitate to contact me.
Brad Krem | Design Manager
Embree Asset Group, Inc.
2355 E. Camelback Rd., Ste. 315 | Phoenix, AZ 85016-3458
Office: 602-824-9712 | Cell: 512-635-3132
www.embreegroup.com | bkrem@embreegroup.com
DEVELOP | DESIGN | BUILD
