Board denies special-exception request for detached dwelling unit

The Amelia County Board of Supervisors voted 4–1 to deny Special Exception SEP25-02, which sought permission to operate a detached dwelling unit on property owned by William and Cheryl James. Supervisor H. Joseph Easter IV moved to deny the request, saying the location was inappropriate, conflicted with the county’s Comprehensive Plan and the statement of intent for the zoning district, and that necessary safeguards for protection of surrounding property and neighborhood values were not provided. The motion passed with Supervisors Jones, Easter, Morris and Felts voting in favor and Supervisor Robinson opposed.