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Planning Commission backs a short‑term rental at 8698 Pocahontas Trail despite staff recommendation against it
Summary
The commission recommended approval of SUP 26‑00004 for a new three‑bedroom tourist home at 8698 Pocahontas Trail by a voice vote after applicant Casey Snider argued the location along Route 60 and proposed management practices make the use compatible despite the staff finding it inconsistent with the low‑density comprehensive‑plan designation.
The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of Special Use Permit 26‑00004 for a proposed short‑term tourist home at 8698 Pocahontas Trail.
Staff (Mr. Bramwell) told commissioners the 0.37‑acre parcel is zoned R‑2 and designated low‑density residential on the 2045 comprehensive plan; under the plan staff could not recommend approval. The applicants, Casey and Ryan Snyder, said the lot fronts Route 60 and will be owner‑monitored from an adjacent residence, include ADA access, a three‑car parking layout and design to limit neighborhood impacts. Casey Snider told the commission, “we believe the site’s direct frontage on Route 60 and location outside of an internal neighborhood street network make it appropriate for that limited use.”
Commissioners asked about parking and whether the applicants would build the house if the SUP were denied; the applicants said the development plan is contingent on approval. Commissioners generally supported the design, noted the five‑year review condition in the staff package and expressed willingness to rely on conditions to protect neighbors. A motion recommending approval with conditions passed on the commission floor.
Next steps: The SUP recommendation and conditions will be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors for final consideration.
Action at a glance: Commission recommended approval of SUP 26‑00004 (8698 Pocahontas Trail).
