A rezoning request for approximately 11.26 acres at 42100 Castlehane Road has been submitted by Cindy Wolf of Design Solutions on behalf of ZCH Investments LLC. The proposal seeks to change the zoning from R-20 Residential District to CZD CB Community Business District to facilitate the development of an outdoor recreation establishment, including a miniature golf course and driving range.

During the government meeting, staff member Miss Doss outlined the current zoning and surrounding land uses, noting that the area is primarily residential with some commercial and industrial developments nearby. The site is currently undeveloped, with residential properties flanking it on either side. Recent rezoning in the vicinity has allowed for a business park to the south.

The proposed development is expected to generate slightly more traffic than the current residential zoning allows, but it remains below the threshold that would necessitate a traffic impact analysis. The property has full access to Castlehane Road, which is slated for a widening project that is currently unfunded.

The comprehensive plan designates the property for community mixed use and employment center purposes, supporting commercial and recreational uses. Staff recommended approval of the rezoning, citing that it aligns with the county's policies and would limit uses to those appropriate for the area, while also implementing conditions to mitigate impacts on adjacent residential properties.

Cindy Wolf, representing the applicants, indicated that the initial concept for the property had evolved from a more extensive storage facility to the current proposal, which is seen as a more viable and cost-effective option. The meeting concluded with the acknowledgment that further development review would be required should the rezoning be approved.