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Planning commission backs rezoning of 302 West Bruce Street to R-8 with sidewalk proffers

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Summary

The commission unanimously recommended City Council approve rezoning 302 West Bruce Street from R-2 to R-8; the applicant proffered sidewalk easements on adjacent frontages and a prohibition on permanent structures within dedicated sidewalk areas.

The Harrisonburg Planning Commission on May 14 unanimously recommended City Council approve rezoning 302 West Bruce Street from R-2 to R-8. The property owner told the commission the change will make the existing dwelling conforming to lot-size rules in the R-8 district after interior renovations increase the dwelling’s bedroom count.

Why it matters: Under R-2 the property required a larger minimum lot area for a single-family home; rezoning to R-8 reduces minimum lot-size requirements and…

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