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Council continues Viridian Reserve North rezoning after sustained public opposition over schools, traffic and wildlife

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

After seven residents testified about overcrowded schools, traffic hazards and wildlife loss, the council voted 8‑0 to continue the Viridian Reserve North rezoning for 60 days to allow the applicant and staff to address legal and technical issues and provide additional school and traffic data.

The council continued a contentious rezoning application for the Viridian Reserve North development after a series of public comments raising school capacity, traffic and environmental concerns.

Grady Palmer, agent for the applicant, asked council to continue the item for 60 days to finalize negotiations on a small parcel needed to complete the Edinburgh Parkway connection and to revise proffers. Palmer…

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