Planning Commission Approves Three-Entry Redesign for Development Near Virginia Avenue

The Lexington Planning Commission meeting on August 14, 2025, focused on a proposed subdivision plan that included significant changes to access points and stormwater management strategies. The applicant presented a redesigned entrance off Top Line and a new mountable traffic circle on Simpson, enhancing accessibility for vehicles. The plan now features three entrances: one from Burley, one from Simpson, and a third connecting to Export Court, which leads to Virginia Avenue.

The applicant also indicated that they would withdraw a variance request related to parking design, as modifications to the layout would eliminate the need for it. The development plan includes a central lawn and a transition from four-story buildings to three-story structures, designed to better fit the site's topography near the railroad tracks.

Concerns regarding stormwater management were raised during the meeting. The applicant plans to use underground detention for stormwater but acknowledged the need to address technical concerns raised by city engineering and water quality staff. The commission emphasized the importance of resolving these issues before the final development plan is submitted, to ensure a smoother approval process.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the ongoing efforts to refine the subdivision plan while addressing community concerns about access and environmental impact. The commission will continue to review the development as it progresses through the approval stages.