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Oak Hill approves special exception for Oak Hill Station with conditions on fencing and visible storage
Summary
The commission granted Oak Hill Station LLC (Mark May) a special-exception permit for screened outdoor storage for contractor tenants but required elimination of one frontage storage pad, imposed a 6‑foot solid vinyl fence and limited long‑term storage above the fence line.
The Oak Hill City Commission approved a special‑exception permit for Oak Hill Station LLC on Dec. 8, allowing screened outdoor storage for ancillary contractor uses but with conditions negotiated after resident concern over visibility and intersection sight lines.
Applicant Mark May described the storage as an ancillary operational need for contractors (electricians, plumbers, marine technicians) and said five tenants were ready to occupy units but needed screened outdoor storage for long items such as conduit racks and boats awaiting parts. Staff and Kimley‑Horn had reviewed the application and the PLDRC recommended conditions to protect the public realm.
During public comment, residents expressed concern about visibility at the Ariel/US‑1 intersection and the appearance of chain‑link fences with slats. After discussion the commission approved a motion that (1) eliminates the proposed fenced storage pad at the corner of Ariel and US‑1, (2) requires solid vinyl (PVC) fencing for the approved storage areas, and (3) amends the applicant’s HOA rules to prohibit long‑term storage racks or permanent storage items that extend above the 6‑foot fence line (exceptions for short, temporary operational needs were discussed). The motion passed by a 3–2 vote.
The commission asked staff to incorporate specific language about visual storage limits and enforcement into the special‑exception approval and to monitor compliance via code enforcement. The applicant said he will maintain the required screening and that the conditions still permit contractor operations.
