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Planning Commission recommends approval for accessory dwelling at 1259 Mannequin Road
Summary
The Planning Commission recommended approval (5‑0) of CU202600003, allowing an accessory family housing unit at 1259 Mannequin Road (Steven and Karen Dash) with conditions on occupancy, non‑rental status, driveway relocation per VDOT, safety systems, a 10‑year permit term and notification requirements; the case is tentatively scheduled before the Board of Supervisors on May 5, 2026.
The Goochland County Planning Commission voted March 19 to recommend approval of conditional‑use permit CU202600003, an application by Steven and Karen Dash to establish a detached accessory family housing unit on about 8.86 acres at 1259 Mannequin Road in District 5.
Adam Barber, staff with the county planning and zoning team, summarized the proposal and recommended conditions. He said the plan calls for the new dwelling to be the principal residence and the existing dwelling to become the accessory family housing unit once the new home is occupied. Barber outlined recommended conditions including that only one accessory family housing unit be allowed, the unit not be used as rental housing, the unit maintain working carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, the driveway be relocated per a VDOT permit already issued in November, and a 10‑year permit expiration with an opportunity to renew.
Commissioners asked about timing and whether designating the existing house as an accessory unit before the new home is built could create a conflict; staff said the permit would not effectively "come into being" until the second home is built and occupied. Applicant Steven Dash briefly addressed the commission, saying he and his family have lived on the property and are "very excited" about the project and the ability to keep family together.
Commissioner (speaker 3) moved to recommend approval subject to the conditions as presented; Commissioner (speaker 5) seconded. The motion passed on a 5‑0 vote. The clerk said the case is tentatively scheduled to be heard by the Board of Supervisors on May 5, 2026.
The staff report and conditions emphasize safety, emergency access, and limits on rental use; administrative permitting will address driveway and other construction details.
