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Council approves Greenbrier modification to allow copper processing with mitigation; neighbors press for pollution and water‑use details

City Council of Chesapeake (Independent City) · March 17, 2026
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Summary

The council approved a proffer modification to allow a copper processing facility in the Greenbrier PUD with stipulations on setbacks, lighting, noise and outdoor storage. Neighbors asked about steam emissions, water contamination risk and truck traffic; staff and the applicant said the process will be indoors and the facility will comply with air permitting.

Council approved an accelerated proffer modification that would allow a copper processing facility in the Greenbrier PUD's industrial district, with conditions intended to limit impacts on adjacent residential areas.

Randy Royal, representing the Economic Development Authority and applicant, said the proposed facility would be located on about 16 acres of a larger parcel and include a building roughly 128,000 square feet. He described mitigation measures negotiated with staff: a minimum 65‑foot tree buffer, a 12‑foot…

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