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Commission postpones Novak rezone; neighbors cite traffic, character concerns
Summary
After a lengthy public hearing with strong neighborhood opposition, the Grand County Commission voted to postpone action on a proposed rezone of the Novak parcel (Rural Residential → Small‑Lot Residential) until the county’s new zoning administrator can review materials.
The Grand County Commission on Nov. 18 postponed action on a proposal to rezone roughly 30 acres owned by Novak from Rural Residential (1 unit/acre) to Small‑Lot Residential (up to 5 units/acre) after extended public comment and a divided commission discussion.
Public testimony: Numerous neighbors and nearby landowners told the commission they oppose the density change on grounds of traffic safety (Stocks Drive/US‑191 access and narrow local lanes), tree and landscape loss, and inconsistency with the rural…
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