The Military-Community Planning Interface Captain Rob Bennett, Commanding Officer, NAS Fort Worth JRB Paul Paine, Chairman, Regional Coordination Committee Fort Worth Pre-Council, 18-Oct-2011
Mission Readiness in a Changing Environment Carswell Air Force Base (1948-1993) FMC Carswell NAS Fort Worth JRB (1994 Present) Lockheed Martin Golf Course Retail City of Westworth Village Housing
Current Mission at NAS Fort Worth JRB All Military Services Fleet of 79 Aircraft Activity Levels Size Navy Air Force Marines Army Texas Air National Guard Tactical F-16C F-18A F-35 JSF Logistics C-9 C-12 C-40 C-130H KC-130T 23,000-45,000 annual ops 28,222 ops in 2010 Ramp capacity of 186 aircraft Direct deployed support of overseas contingency operations 1,775 acres 385 buildings (3M SF) $1.064 B plant value
Third Largest Regional Employer 11,337 Team Total Active: 20 Reserve: 405 Active: 707 Reserve: 928 Active: 989 Reserve: 3,066 Active: 545 Reserve: 1,525 Active: 235 Reserve: 804 Civilian: 2,113 $1.3 Billion Annual Economic Impact
Aircraft Noise Impacts Around NAS Fort Worth JRB
What is the AICUZ Study? DOD Advisory Document Air Installation Compatible Use Zone Study Noise Footprint Accident Potential Zones 1986 2002 Land Use Recommendations 2004 2011 (?)
Aircraft types Flight paths INPUTS Noise Basics db DNL = Decibels, measured as a Day-Night Average Sound Level Flight altitudes Engine settings Time of day Frequency of flight Aircraft specific characteristics Ground engine run-ups Weather
Accident Potential Basics Areas where accidents are most likely to occur IF they occur NOT a predictor of accidents APZs provide planners a tool to use in determining compatible land use
Land Use Recommendations Guiding Principles * * Details are available in tables within the AICUZ and JLUS. Clear Zones should be clear Limit people-intensive uses in APZ s Limit noise sensitive uses to lower noise zones (i.e. hospitals, schools, day cares, et cetera) Limit new future development in critical areas Consult the AICUZ when planning new facilities Consider a sound attenuation program for impacted properties Develop a long-term plan to address realworld AICUZ impacts Update City comprehensive plan and zoning ordinances
AICUZ Impacts North of the Runway APZ-II: Accident Potential Zone II APZ-II Compatible Land Uses (Examples): Low density single-family residential Most retail trade Most manufacturing Plus: List shown below for APZ-I APZ-I: Accident Potential Zone I APZ-I Compatible Land Uses (Examples): Some manufacturing Some retail trade (building materials, farm equipment, automotive) Repair or Construction Services Low intensity outdoor activities (golf courses, riding stables, parks) CZ: Clear Zone Clear Zone Compatible Land Uses: None
AICUZ Impacts South of the Runway CZ: Clear Zone Clear Zone Compatible Land Uses: None APZ-I: Accident Potential Zone I APZ-I Compatible Land Uses (Examples): Some manufacturing Some retail trade (building materials, farm equipment, automotive) Repair or Construction Services Low intensity outdoor activities (golf courses, riding stables, parks) APZ-II: Accident Potential Zone II APZ-II Compatible Land Uses (Examples): Low density single-family residential Most retail trade Most manufacturing Plus: List shown below for APZ-I
Federal Aviation Regulation Part 77: Imaginary Surfaces Height limitations are reviewed by the FAA with consideration for Part 77 Surfaces These surfaces accommodate typical flight patterns and extend out from the runway approximately 10 miles 500 Above Airfield 500 150
Potential Encroachment Challenges Being Assessed Urban Development / Population Growth Airborne Noise Competition for air space, land, and sea space Competition for resources (oil, gas, minerals, water) Threatened and Endangered Species Maritime issues Ordnance Weapons safety areas Frequency spectrum Air quality Water quality Interpretation of historical / environmental regulations Interagency coordination Legislative initiatives that may impact training
What is the JLUS? A community-led initiative to review the AICUZ and make recommendations to enhance compatible land use planning. Joint Land Use Study 2006-2008 October 30,2007 2008 - Present Resolution No. 3546-10-2007
Fort Worth Leadership in AICUZ Compatibility 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 In development Building code updated to include a requirement for sound attenuation JLUS completed Local resolution of support adopted City Council, City Plan Commission, and Zoning Commission Direct City Staff to update Comp Plan and re-zone properties in APZ s Comp Plan updated Outreach to real estate community conducted ZC-10-103 -- Multi-Family in south APZ-2 Lake Worth Vision Plan Update ZC-11-035 -- Re-zone base property ZC-11-046 -- Industrial Park north of Loop 820 Airport Overlay Zoning
Current Zoning Case Examples ZC-11-056 Re-zoning of 123 properties in Southern APZ s to support long-term change from residential land use ZC-11-075 Creation of Form-Based Code on Camp Bowie Blvd, to include limits on residential development in the AICUZ footprint (sound and safety)
Current Zoning Case Example #1 ZC-11-056 Re-zoning of 123 properties in Southern APZ s to support long-term change from residential land use Represents a move toward greater long-term compatibility with DOD s mission
Current Zoning Case Example #2 ZC-11-075 Creation of Form-Based Code on Camp Bowie Blvd, to include limits on residential development in the AICUZ footprint (sound and safety) Zoning Commission recommendation for approval with residential limitations in all impacted zones
Implementation Tools NAS Fort Worth JRB Tools Tour Base / Learn about our mission AICUZ Studies and Noise Flyers Guidelines for Sound Insulation of Residences Exposed to Aircraft Operations Community Forums Interact with staff (CPLO) Regional Coordination Committee Participation and Leadership Transportation Study On-Going HUD Grant to Address Housing, Comp Plan Updates, etc Joint Land Use Study document Peer Review Website
Current and Future Focus Regional Coordination Committee / Compatibility Local / State / Federal Communication Well Postured (Relevant, Training Capability, Joint, Economical, National Strategic Asset) Environmental Assessment Program Refresh Economic Impact Study Texas Commanders Council South Gate / Joint Training Venue / Operational Mobilization Center Energy / Natural Gas Mineral Rights Research Joint YRRP
How to Reach Us or Find More Information Captain Rob Bennett Commanding Officer NAS Fort Worth JRB robert.bennett1@navy.mil (817) 782-7600 Paul Paine Chairman Regional Coordination Committee paul@fortworthsouth.org (817) 923-1649 www.nctcog.org/rcc http://www.cnic.navy.mil/fortworth