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Developers preview two drive-thru restaurants for Bills Boulevard; plans informational only
Summary
Developers of 20 and 30 Bills Boulevard told the Planning Commission they intend to demolish existing structures, elevate the site to meet floodplain rules, and build two drive-thru buildings (Dunkin' and Jimmy John's) plus a small third tenant; the presentation was informational and no action was required.
A development team presented preliminary plans on July 22 for redevelopment of 20 and 30 Bills Boulevard to the City of Martinsville Planning Commission; commissioners received the presentation for information only and took no action. The applicants described plans to demolish existing buildings and build two freestanding drive-thru restaurants—one proposed for Dunkin', the other for Jimmy John's—plus a third 1,200-square-foot tenant space. The site was recently designated within a flood zone area; the developers said they must raise the finished elevation by approximately four feet to comply with floodplain rules, which will add to construction costs. Planning staff said zoning is in place and that the session was an informational briefing; developers were told to coordinate elevation, grading and access with the city and building officials. No approvals were required at this meeting; applicants will return if and when formal permits or plan reviews are necessary.
