Board approves rezoning near Exit 109 to General Business to clear right‑of‑way issues
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The board approved a developer request to rezone two parcels and adjoining VDOT right of way near Interstate 81 (Exit 109) to General Business; applicant says site work is underway and a WoodSpring Suites extended‑stay hotel and convenience retail are planned.
The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors approved a rezoning request on Jan. 28 to reclassify two parcels near Exit 109 on Interstate 81 and adjacent VDOT right of way to General Business, aligning them with surrounding uses and a previously approved master plan.
Planning Director Bree said the site is outside FEMA flood zones, served by county water and sewer, within the 177 corridor plan and in the Reiner fire and rescue service area; VDOT reviewed the proposal and took no exception. Bree said the proffered conditions mirror prior approvals and that lighting and dark‑sky compatibility will be confirmed through site‑plan review.
Steve Simonis of Westwood Professional Services, representing the owner, said the rezoning is a cleanup step after parcels and right‑of‑way were acquired and that site‑plan work is ongoing. Simonis said an extended‑stay WoodSpring Suites hotel is under contract and estimated the hotel construction at about $11 million with 20–25 permanent full‑time local jobs; he also described interest in a convenience/retail center across the highway.
The planning commission recommended approval by a 5‑1 vote; the board approved the rezoning by roll call, 7 ayes. With the rezoning completed, applicants may proceed with final site‑plan submissions and conditions required by the proffers and site review.