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Neighbors press Planning Commission to delay New Horizons group home; commission grants 30‑day deferral
Summary
Neighbors near 4995 Rugby Road urged the commission to delay approval of a proposed New Horizons group home, citing lack of owner training, insufficient neighborhood outreach, noise and safety concerns; after extended public comment the commission granted a 30-day deferral.
The Virginia Beach Planning Commission on Nov. 12 recommended a 30‑day deferral for a conditional use request by New Horizons to operate a group home in a residential neighborhood, following a lengthy public-comment period in which nearby residents raised safety, outreach and training concerns.
Multiple neighbors who live on or near Rugby Road said they were not contacted directly by the property owner, Courtney Eberron, and questioned her qualifications. Jordan Lewis said she watched the previous hearing online and was alarmed that the owner “admited she does not have the…
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