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Council approves industrial rezoning at 1902 E. Washington Dam Road despite planning commission concerns
Summary
Washington City Council voted unanimously to rezone a 4.5-acre parcel at 1902 East Washington Dam Road from RA-5 to I-1, a decision that drew questions about narrow site access, a residence on the property and future uses such as storage or contractor yards.
WASHINGTON CITY — The Washington City Council voted 4-0 on June 11 to approve an ordinance rezoning 1902 East Washington Dam Road from RA-5 (rural/agricultural) to I-1 (light industrial).
The council action overturned a June 4 Planning Commission recommendation that had unanimously recommended denial because of nearby residential uses and limited access to the lot. Council members said the site’s general-plan designation as industrial and the city’s need for light industrial land weighed in favor of approval.
Community Development Assistant Director Eldon Gibb told the council the request is consistent with the city’s general plan and supported by staff. "The I-1 request is to use the land in accordance with the I-1 use list ... which purpose is to provide appropriate space for uses such as storage yards, warehousing, light manufacturing," Gibb…
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