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Council defers Franklin Group multifamily proposal on North Armistead Avenue to May 14 after environmental concerns
Summary
Council deferred rezoning and a use permit for a proposed 215‑unit multifamily development near North Armistead Avenue after council discussion about wetlands, flooding risk and accessibility; staff had recommended approval with conditions, but the item will return to a future agenda.
Hampton City Council voted to defer consideration of Rezoning 25-0010 and Use Permit 25-0011, applications by the Franklin Group for a multifamily development at 1616 and 1612 North Armistead Avenue, until the May 14 council meeting after extended discussion about environmental and accessibility issues.
Staff and the Planning Commission had recommended approval. Chief Planner Donald Whipple described a proposal for up to 215 apartment units in a five‑building layout (mix of three‑ and four‑story buildings), site amenities including a clubhouse, pool and fitness center, five electric‑vehicle charging stations (with two chargers per station), permeable pavement for part of the rear parking and…
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