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Residents oppose proposed vacation of Worcester alleys; panel hears access and ownership concerns
Summary
A vacation petition to close and vacate alleys and portions of right-of-way in the original plat of Wooster/Worcester drew multiple residents describing potential loss of long-used access. Staff recommended approval with conditions (combining vacated parcels) and noted railroad and highway concerns; the item will go to county commissioners Jan. 27.
A petition to vacate alleys and partial rights-of-way in the original plat of Wooster/Worcester prompted several heated public comments and questions about longstanding access, ownership, and possible impacts on nearby homes.
Staff described the request (for blocks 1, 6 and 15) and recommended a favorable recommendation to the county commissioners with a condition that vacated alley parcels be combined so they do not create landlocked tracts. Staff also noted the highway department…
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