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Council tables Halifax Road option for data‑center mitigation; seeks wetlands and parcel details
Summary
Council voted to table an ordinance authorizing an option agreement to convey 3501 Halifax Road after members raised questions about wetlands, parcel consolidation and acreage. Staff said the revised parcel excludes wetlands and totals 94.131 acres; council asked for more detailed mapping and return of the development agreement.
PETERSBURG, Va. — City Council on March 18 tabled action on an ordinance that would authorize the city manager to execute an option agreement and convey property at 3501 Halifax Road tied to mitigation for a larger Collier’s Yard data‑center project.
Staff explained the request covers 94.131 acres after excluding identified wetlands; earlier materials referenced a larger parcel but staff said the current plan excludes wetland areas. Council members and residents pressed for clearer maps showing the parcels, why wetlands were excluded,…
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