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Board pauses Islamic Center land exchange after supervisors press for stronger deed and development protections
Summary
A proposed land swap at 7200 Galaxy Road between Henrico County and the Islamic Center of Henrico prompted questions about egress, paving, signage and enforceability; staff offered to add deed and development-agreement terms or withdraw the paper — withdrawal was confirmed as an option and staff will re-advertise when ready.
A proposed property exchange between Henrico County and the Islamic Center of Henrico drew extended questioning from supervisors about neighbors’ safety and enforceability, prompting staff to offer withdrawal and redrafting options.
Staff described the proposal as an exchange of roughly 0.6 acres of county-owned property at 7200 Galaxy Road in return for slightly more than an acre from the Islamic Center so the religious center could have a dedicated egress. The county would retain additional acreage for future recreational use.
Supervisor Miss Smith…
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