Zoning - PUBLIC COMMENTS
8/27/25, 10:28 AM Mail - Leia LaPlace - Outlook lo} Outlook [EXTERNAL MAIL] Questions regarding 6A Beeston Hill rezoning application From David Doward <dadoward@yahoo.com> Date Tue 8/26/2025 1:39 PM To Leia LaPlace <leia.laplace@dpnr.vi.gov> 1. On Missing Studies & Due Diligence e¢ What traffic impact study has been conducted to assess the increased vehicle volume, congestion, and required roadway improvements that would result from the proposed townhouse development? e Has an infrastructure and utility impact assessment been performed, including water, sewage, and electrical grid capacity, to demonstrate that existing systems can support this project? e What stormwater management and flood risk analysis has been submitted, particularly given the topography of Beeston Hill and recent heavy rainfall patterns? e Has an environmental impact assessment been carried out to evaluate ecological disruption, including vegetation loss, erosion, and wildlife habitat concerns? …
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8/27/25, 10:28 AM Mail - Leia LaPlace - Outlook lo} Outlook [EXTERNAL MAIL] Questions regarding 6A Beeston Hill rezoning application From David Doward <dadoward@yahoo.com> Date Tue 8/26/2025 1:39 PM To Leia LaPlace <leia.laplace@dpnr.vi.gov> 1. On Missing Studies & Due Diligence e¢ What traffic impact study has been conducted to assess the increased vehicle volume, congestion, and required roadway improvements that would result from the proposed townhouse development? e Has an infrastructure and utility impact assessment been performed, including water, sewage, and electrical grid capacity, to demonstrate that existing systems can support this project? e What stormwater management and flood risk analysis has been submitted, particularly given the topography of Beeston Hill and recent heavy rainfall patterns? e Has an environmental impact assessment been carried out to evaluate ecological disruption, including vegetation loss, erosion, and wildlife habitat concerns? ¢ Can the applicant provide evidence of a socioeconomic impact study demonstrating how this project fits into long-term community planning goals, rather than short-term speculative development? 2. On Rezoning Inconsistency & End Use Concerns https://outlook.office.com/mail/inbox/id/AAQkAGNhY2Q3NDY2LTRhMmYtNGQ3Ni1iIMZFILWYxOTJiIMGFmMZzI5NgAQAPhcyE6yY XcJllhmnQdcd1yU%3D 1/2 8/27/25, 10:28 AM Mail - Leia LaPlace - Outlook e Why is a rezoning to B-2 (Business/Neighborhood Commercial) necessary if the stated intent is residential townhouse development? Wouldn’t residential zoning categories (R-2, R-3, etc.) be more consistent with the project description? e Can the applicant clarify whether the true intent is to pursue commercial development once the B-2 designation is granted, under the guise of residential housing? e¢ What binding guarantees will be provided to ensure that the property is not later developed as a commercial or mixed-use project once B-2 zoning is granted? ¢ How does this rezoning align with the Comprehensive Land & Water Use Plan for the area, which designates Beeston Hill predominantly for residential and low-impact uses? 3. On Community Impact & Transparency ¢ Why were neighboring residents not provided with a detailed impact report or visualization of how these townhouses would integrate with existing homes? ¢ How will traffic safety, pedestrian safety, and quality of life be preserved in an area currently zoned low-density residential? e What are the long-term economic benefits to the community, beyond short- term developer profits, especially given the risk of speculative resale once rezoning is approved? Sent from my iPhone Caution: This e-mail has originated outside of GVI network. Do not click on links or open any attachment (s) that might look suspicious unless you have knowledge of who the sender is. https://outlook.office.com/mail/inbox/id/AAQkAGNhY2Q3NDY2LTRhMmYtNGQ3Ni1iIMZFILWYxOTJiIMGFmMZzI5NgAQAPhcyE6yY XcJllhmnQdcd1yU%3D 2/2