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Board directs planning commission to study New Kent County open‑space subdivision language
Summary
Supervisors directed the planning commission to review New Kent County’s Section 91‑127 (open‑space/cluster subdivision provisions) and prepare recommended amendments to the county’s subdivision ordinance for public hearing; county counsel outlined initiation options and staff said the commission will prepare proposals and a recommendation.
A supervisor asked the board to direct the planning commission to examine New Kent County’s Section 91‑127—provisions governing open‑space or cluster subdivisions—and consider adopting similar language to close perceived loopholes in the county’s subdivision ordinance.
County counsel explained how an amendment could be initiated: the governing body can adopt an initiating resolution directing the planning commission or the planning commission can bring forward a motion on its own. Counsel said staff would ensure the process follows Virginia code and case law and that the planning commission would prepare the amendments, hold required public hearings, and return a recommendation to the board. The board voted to instruct the planning commission to prepare the proposed amendments for consideration.
Provenance: Motion and counsel’s explanation recorded at SEG 1530–1649.
