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Roanoke County board directs zoning review for abortion clinics after citizen protest; planning commission to hold hearings
Summary
The Board of Supervisors directed the county planning commission to review possible zoning restrictions on abortion clinics. A public speaker warned the move could be unlawful and costly, and the board said the planning commission and subsequent public hearings will determine recommendations.
The Roanoke County Board of Supervisors on Feb. 10 directed the county planning commission to review whether to amend the zoning ordinance to restrict where abortion clinics could operate in the county. The item was added to the agenda earlier in the meeting and remained on the consent agenda for staff‑directed review, with the board noting that any change would require planning commission review and a subsequent board public hearing.
During the citizens‑comment period, Megan Kupka,…
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