Open Space Advisory Board Agenda and Packet 2018 10 10

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BEST PRACTICES DRAFT - FOR LOUISVILLE SITING - PROXIMITY TO: Guideline for Louisville Rationale Residences 500 ft or less if noise abatement present (e.g., behind a hill) Distance recommendations range from 50-200 ft. Some require visual and sound buffer Playgrounds/Schools 200 ft minimum buffer minimum 4 municipalities recommend avoiding siting near schools. Denver has a 100 ft minimum buffer Drinking water wells Consult hyrologist is closer than 200 ft to groundwater well Most recommend to not site near drinking water but no specific buffer recommendations provided Surface water sources Avoid surface water runoff impacting surface waters Most recommend to not site near surface water with Alexandria, VA having a mimimum 60 ft buffer Environmentally sensitive areas Site in such a manner that impacts to natural areas, minimizing impacts on flora and fauna About half of municipalities suggest avoiding use conflicts and/or siting near natural areas. High traffic streets Can abut, if fenced and off-street parking area is avoided Most are silent to proximity to high traffic streets with Denver having a minimum 200 ft buffer FEATURES Guideline for Louisville Rationale Acreage 1 acre minimum for small dog facilities; 3 acre minimum desired for large dog facilities Varies widely from less than 0.5 acre to 10 acres. Denver is at 1 acre minimum with 3 acre preferance Surface Paved/crusher fines at gate area and "apron" out from gate area, paved trails, crusher fines and turf areas. Consider designating "halves" and rotate use every 3-4 months if turf areas present, maintain like overused sports fields (mow, fertilize, aerate, and overseed) Mix of surfaces with hard and turf options. Some rotate usage to allow for recovery of turf grasses; depends on annual rainfall & other climate issues. Parking (area, # cars) Off-street parking required to avoid traffic conflicts and provide for safety. Size of parking based on facility size and capacity Not frequently specified but when it is, Off -Street is recommended to minimize disruption to residences. Drainage Positive drainage should be maintained to avoid pooling of water in area When specified - flat to max 5% slope with controlled runoff to mitigate runoff impacts Fees Consider fee structure - lower for residents and payable with dog license. Non-residents provide proof of license and pay higher fee to support enforcement. Possible key - fob program. 5 of the 18 municipalities have a fee structure. Usually lower for residents. Annual Tag programs. Gates & Fencing Double -entry gates and 4-ft fencing Approximately half of municipalities specify 4-6 ft high fencing with double gated "air lock" entry Visual barriers (Y/N) Yes, if visible from houses within 1/4 mile No municipalities have visual barrier requirements but some recommend them for close proximity