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Dozens of residents and church members speak for and against Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene height variance; P&Z denial stands until council review
Summary
Public comment at the March 5 meeting focused on an appeal by Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene (OVCN) for a height increase. Speakers for and against the project described neighborhood impacts, community services, and past Planning and Zoning Commission action (7‑0 denial). Council will consider the matter at an upcoming meeting.
More than a dozen speakers addressed the council March 5 about an appeal by the Oro Valley Church of the Nazarene for an increased building height for a proposed new sanctuary. The Planning and Zoning Commission previously denied the height request 7‑0; the council is scheduled to consider the appeal at a future meeting (speakers referenced an April 2 or April date during public comment).
Opponents said the proposed height and expansion are inconsistent with the surrounding rural‑residential neighborhood, would set an unwelcome precedent and could harm property values and wildlife. Tricia Tozier, a longtime resident, urged council to "uphold the 7 to 0 P&Z Commission rejection of…
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