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Commission recommends R‑7 rezoning for 4113 Elmira Drive despite online opposition
Summary
The commission voted 8–0 to recommend changing 4113 Elmira Drive from R‑3 to R‑7 to allow subdivision and construction of a second single‑family dwelling; one online speaker opposed the change. The recommendation goes to City Council for potential appeal.
Greensboro planning staff presented a rezoning request (Z‑25‑11‑002) to change 4113 Elmira Drive from R‑3 to R‑7 to enable splitting the lot and constructing an additional single‑family house. Applicant Param Patel, who said he lives at 3202 Old Sedgefield Way, told the commission the intent is to "cut the land in half and build another single family dwelling." Patel said the lot’s frontage requirements make R‑7 necessary to accomplish the desired lot split.
An online speaker identified as Gladys Thomas (4116 Elmira Drive) spoke in opposition, asking how the new house would "enhance Elmira Drive." Staff and commissioners explained that the parcel is an R‑3 island surrounded by R‑7 and that the requested R‑7 district would mirror surrounding parcels. After questions and limited public comment, a motion to recommend approval carried unanimously, 8–0. The approval is final unless appealed in writing to the planning department within 10 days; staff noted the possibility of a council public hearing if appealed.
Why it matters: The rezoning removes an anomalous R‑3 parcel in an R‑7 neighborhood and enables infill residential development that staff said is consistent with the comprehensive plan.
Next step: The item was recommended to City Council for final action; appeals must be filed within 10 days.
