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Westhaven Civic League urges review of zoning exception that residents say enables narrow-lot infill
Summary
Alexandra Westfall, president of the Westhaven Civic League, asked council to investigate a 2021 zoning change (section 40.2-535 B13) and its use by developers to obtain reduced side-yard setbacks on narrow lots, citing inconsistent lot-sales, perceived staff coaching of applicants, demolition before hearings, and requests for better neighbor notice.
Alexandra Westfall, president of the Westhaven Civic League, used the April 14 public comment period to request that council examine how zoning ordinance section 40.2-535 B13 has been applied since its 2021 adoption.
Westfall said the provision allowing a "special exception" on parcels 30 feet or less in width is being used to approve reductions in required side‑yard setbacks down to about 3 feet in some cases, where typical standards are 7–10 feet. She raised neighborhood…
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