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Public urges proactive annexation of two large parcels near Hwy. 627 as development approaches
Summary
A resident told commissioners two parcels near Highway 627 poised for development should be annexed into Winchester proactively to guide future growth.
Resident Chuck Witt told the commission the planning commission will consider a rezoning application for about 200 acres off Highway 627 South and that a separate contiguous 65-acre parcel had previously been rezoned for residential use. Witt urged the city to pursue proactive annexation of the parcels while they are contiguous to city limits, saying delay makes annexation more difficult once development begins.
Witt described the properties' locations relative to Boone Grove Trail and noted projected first-phase housing (47 units on the 200-acre parcel and more than 60 units on the 65-acre parcel). City staff said they would have staff (including the city attorney) review the map and advise the commission on annexation requirements and feasibility. Commissioners directed the city manager and staff to review the parcels and provide guidance.
Ending: City staff agreed to review the parcels and report back; Witt also asked about the status of a veterans memorial project while at the podium.
Note: The transcript records this comment as a public comment item; no formal annexation action was taken by the commission at this meeting.
