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EDA members press for zoning flexibility, site-readiness as Albemarle faces limited developable land
Summary
EDA members and staff discussed county land constraints, a reported ‘about 5%’ developable land figure, and called for modernization of permitting, zoning and site-readiness efforts to support commercial growth without undermining rural character.
Members of the Albemarle County Economic Development Authority raised concerns about the county’s limited amount of developable land and urged the county to modernize land development processes and add flexibility to zoning codes to support business growth.
During the strategic plan discussion a board member cited an internet figure—“approximately 5%” of Albemarle County land designated as developable—and asked how the county can pursue commercial diversification with that…
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