Warwick City Council Opens Hearing on 3 Kids LLC Zoning Change Proposal
September 23, 2025 | Warwick City, Kent County, Rhode Island
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The Warwick City Council convened on September 22, 2025, to discuss several key agenda items, with a primary focus on a proposed zoning amendment for a property located at 1112 West Shore Road.
The meeting began with a motion by Councilman Ricks to open a public hearing regarding the application from 3 Kids LLC, which was seconded by Councilman Foley. The council unanimously approved the motion, allowing the public hearing to commence.
Attorney Joseph Brennan represented the applicant, outlining the proposal to amend the zoning from a 7 to an A-7 Plan District Residential Limited Overlay District. This change aims to facilitate the development of a three-family residence on the property, which currently features a single-family home and a detached garage. The plan includes demolishing the garage and constructing a two-family duplex alongside the existing residence.
Brennan emphasized that the proposal adheres to the city’s zoning ordinances and comprehensive plan, which have recently been updated to allow for greater density in residential areas. The applicant plans to provide six parking spaces to accommodate the three units, ensuring compliance with the ordinance that requires two spaces per unit. The design also includes a turnaround area to enhance safety by allowing vehicles to exit the property facing forward onto the busy West Shore Road.
The attorney noted that the proposal meets all dimensional criteria without requesting any waivers, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining the integrity of the neighborhood. He further explained that the zoning change would permit a density of up to nine units per acre, although the applicant is only proposing three units for this site.
Following the public hearing, the council will consider the zoning change, which, if approved, will allow the applicant to proceed to the planning stages, including a preliminary plan review and potentially a final approval process.
The meeting concluded with a clear path forward for the applicant, pending the council's decision on the zoning amendment. The council's next steps will be crucial in determining the future development of the property and its impact on the surrounding community.
The meeting began with a motion by Councilman Ricks to open a public hearing regarding the application from 3 Kids LLC, which was seconded by Councilman Foley. The council unanimously approved the motion, allowing the public hearing to commence.
Attorney Joseph Brennan represented the applicant, outlining the proposal to amend the zoning from a 7 to an A-7 Plan District Residential Limited Overlay District. This change aims to facilitate the development of a three-family residence on the property, which currently features a single-family home and a detached garage. The plan includes demolishing the garage and constructing a two-family duplex alongside the existing residence.
Brennan emphasized that the proposal adheres to the city’s zoning ordinances and comprehensive plan, which have recently been updated to allow for greater density in residential areas. The applicant plans to provide six parking spaces to accommodate the three units, ensuring compliance with the ordinance that requires two spaces per unit. The design also includes a turnaround area to enhance safety by allowing vehicles to exit the property facing forward onto the busy West Shore Road.
The attorney noted that the proposal meets all dimensional criteria without requesting any waivers, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining the integrity of the neighborhood. He further explained that the zoning change would permit a density of up to nine units per acre, although the applicant is only proposing three units for this site.
Following the public hearing, the council will consider the zoning change, which, if approved, will allow the applicant to proceed to the planning stages, including a preliminary plan review and potentially a final approval process.
The meeting concluded with a clear path forward for the applicant, pending the council's decision on the zoning amendment. The council's next steps will be crucial in determining the future development of the property and its impact on the surrounding community.
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