AGENDA DATE: 10/4/2017
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Rural Recreation Work Session
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Discuss possible zoning text amendment for recreational activities in the Rural Areas.
ITEM TYPE: Regular Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Walker, Kamptner, Blair, Fritz, Echols, McCulley
PRESENTER (S): Bill Fritz
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Douglas C. Walker
BACKGROUND: This work session is to seek better definition of the Board's interest in ordinance amendments that improve alignment between allowed recreational opportunities in the Rural Areas with the County's goals stated in its Comprehensive Plan. On April 5, 2017, the Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution of intent for a possible zoning text amendment to remove "swim, golf, tennis and similar athletic facilities" as a use by special use permit in the Rural Areas. During the review of the text amendment, staff discovered that other uses in the Rural Areas would permit these activities.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Economic Prosperity: Foster an environment that stimulates diversified job creation, capital investments, and tax revenues that support community goals. Natural Resources Stewardship: Thoughtfully protect and manage Albemarle County's ecosystems and natural resources in both the rural and development areas to safeguard the quality of life of current and future generations. Rural Area Character: Preserve the character of rural life with thriving farms and forests, traditional crossroad communities, and protected scenic areas, historic sites, and biodiversity.
DISCUSSION: The Comprehensive Plan contains the following statement: "Review the zoning regulations related to recreational uses to see whether updates are needed to better reflect rural recreational activities that should be available by special use permit in the Rural Area." Relevant language from the Comprehensive Plan is included as Attachment A. The original resolution of intent included the review of only some of the r...
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