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Planning commission recommends rezoning for 134-townhome project at Buena Vista and Tortoise Rock
Summary
The Washington City Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of Z-25-23, a request to rezone about 13.61 acres at Buena Vista Boulevard and Tortoise Rock Road to allow a 134-unit townhouse project; public comment focused on traffic, water, drainage and density.
The Washington City Planning Commission voted Dec. 3 to recommend that City Council approve Z-25-23, a rezoning request to allow a 134-unit townhome project on roughly 13.61 acres at the corner of Buena Vista Boulevard and Tortoise Rock Road.
Staff presentation and project scope: City planner Eldon summarized the applicant’s request to change the parcel from C-3 and R-1-6 zoning to a PUDR designation that would use multifamily development standards. The proposal calls for 134 townhome units (about 9.8 units per acre), two-story buildings about 23 feet tall, a 25-foot setback along Tortoise Rock with a 10-foot trail and landscaping, and on-site amenities including a pool, clubhouse, pickleball courts and a playground. Staff said required parking is 344…
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