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Planning commission approves Leesburg Flex SPUD, developer cites 45–68 jobs
Summary
The commission unanimously recommended approval of SPUD25704 (Leesburg Flex), a rezoning for ~7.8 acres to allow multiuse office/warehouse 'flex' space. Staff noted wetlands/flood‑zone constraints and required design standards; developer Rick Blunt said the project would create between 45 and 68 jobs.
The City of Leesburg Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously on Nov. 20 to recommend approval of SPUD25704 (Leesburg Flex), a rezoning request to allow small‑scale planned unit development for multiuse office/warehouse (flex) buildings on about 7.8 acres east of U.S. Highway 27 near Commander Road.
Staff presented the site maps and photo exhibits and said the subject parcel contains significant flood zone and wetlands that will be protected with required buffers. The SPUD application proposes permitted uses such as indoor light manufacturing, warehousing, contractor offices, technology services and ancillary showroom/retail accessory uses. Staff noted required design standards including a 35% minimum open space, dark‑sky lighting, and a sidewalk along the developer’s portion of Commander Road; utilities will be on city water and wastewater.
Developer Rick Blunt of Blunt Development addressed the commission and described flex space as an affordable option for small businesses and startups. "We're very excited to bring somewhere between 45 and 68 jobs with this project," Blunt said, adding that the buildings are intended to be affordable for small firms and to incubate growing businesses.
With no recorded public opposition, a motion to approve was made by speaker 5, seconded and carried on a roll call that recorded unanimous support among commissioners present (Commissioners Carter, Bauersau, Robertson, Sinek, Sanders, Marshall and Simeone). The commission will forward its recommendation and the SPUD document to the City Commission for final action. Final site‑plan review will address technical issues: flood‑zone protections, landscaping, parking, and sidewalk construction along Commander Road.
Next step: staff will transmit the P&Z recommendation to the City Commission; the developer will pursue required permits and final site‑plan approval.
