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Planning commission approves 48‑unit affordable project at 3335 Victory Boulevard with conditions
Summary
The Portsmouth Planning Commission voted 5–2 to approve Woda Cooper Development’s 48‑unit workforce housing project at 3335 Victory Boulevard (UP‑25‑13), citing alignment with the comprehensive plan and city housing goals; commissioners and neighbors raised walkability, school capacity and design questions.
The Portsmouth Planning Commission on Jan. 6 voted 5–2 to approve a Woda Cooper Development proposal to build a four‑story, 48‑unit apartment building at 3335 Victory Boulevard, a 1.72‑acre infill parcel currently split between a car wash and vacant land.
City planning staff recommended approval of use permit UP‑25‑13, saying the project advances the city’s comprehensive plan and strategic housing objectives by adding workforce housing targeted at households earning up to 80% of area median income. Bill Landfair, principal planner, said the 4‑story L‑shaped building would include 7 one‑bedroom, 32 two‑bedroom and 11 three‑bedroom units, about 72 surface parking spaces, 45% open space and at least 50%…
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