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City Council unanimously rezones former Bridal/Regal site for high‑density apartments
Summary
After a public hearing with roughly 20 speakers, Newport News City Council voted 7–0 to rezone about 13.02 acres at Bridal Way from C‑1 retail commercial to R‑8 high‑density multifamily for the project listed in staff materials as 'Charlie Zulu Dash2025Dash0003.'
Mayor Philip Jones opened a public hearing on Aug. 12 for an ordinance to change zoning on two parcels at Bridal Way (identified in staff materials as 'Charlie Zulu Dash2025Dash0003') from C‑1 retail commercial to R‑8 high‑density multifamily. The applicant's attorney, Tim Trant, presented on behalf of the developer and described the proposal as a redevelopment of the vacant Regal Cinema site with increased buffering and revised building placement to address neighbor concerns. "Brad was very excited to be able to have it under contract for redevelopment," Trant said, introducing developer Brad Weitzer.
Supporters, including Signature Management officials and…
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