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Planning commission backs Funk Brothers' plan to reopen former Moose Lodge as craft shop
Summary
Albemarle County planners recommended approval of a special-use permit allowing Funk Brothers Furniture to reuse a vacant Moose Lodge building for a craft and antiques shop, with conditions addressing nonconforming setbacks and screening; commissioners praised reuse and asked staff to fold 'artisan manufacturing' considerations into upcoming zoning revisions.
Albemarle County Planning Commission members voted to recommend approval of a special-use permit allowing Funk Brothers Furniture to move into a vacant former Moose Lodge and operate a craft and antiques shop.
Senior planner Jared Tate told the commission the roughly 3-acre parcel at the northeast corner of Richmond Road and Moose Lane is currently vacant and includes a nonconforming structure that sits as close as about 17 feet to an adjacent residence. Tate said staff found the proposal consistent with the comprehensive plan and Section 33.4 review…
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