The Culpeper County Planning Commission convened on November 13, 2024, to discuss significant amendments to the proffers for the Stonehaven Village development, a project that has been evolving since its initial approval in 2005. The proposed changes, presented by Ahmad Sadeh of Sadeh Financial LLC, aim to modify the layout, setbacks, and commercial use requirements of the planned unit development.

The commission approved the agenda and minutes from previous meetings before diving into the new business concerning case Z40324-5. The applicant seeks to amend existing proffers to facilitate a more flexible commercial development plan. Key changes include reducing the required commercial square footage from 108,000 to 55,000 square feet and eliminating second-story residential units in the village core area. Additionally, the proposal introduces a new monetary proffer of 20 to 25 cents per square foot for commercial retail space, which was not included in the original proffer.

The planning staff expressed no major objections to the amendments but raised concerns about the proposed setbacks from Route 211. The applicant has provided additional documentation to address these concerns, indicating that future road expansions could be accommodated without infringing on the planned commercial area.

The meeting also featured a presentation from the applicant, who outlined the intent behind the proposed changes and addressed questions from the commission. The discussion highlighted the importance of balancing development needs with community planning goals, as several community members expressed interest in the project’s implications for local infrastructure and services.

As the commission moves forward with this proposal, the outcome will significantly impact the future of Stonehaven Village and its integration into the broader Culpeper community. The next steps will involve further review and public input as the planning process continues.