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Ordinance Amending the Official Zoning Maps of the City of Wilmington to Rezone Property Containing 1.28 Acres Located at 1729 Allens Lane from O&I, Office and Institutional District to MD-17 (CD), High-Density Multiple-Dwelling Residential District (Conditional District) for an 18-unit Residential Townhouse Development
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Department:
Planning & Development
Meeting Date:
January 7, 2025
Contact Name:
Zachary Smith
Public Hearing:
Yes
Contact Phone:
910.341.3257
Advertising Date/Advertised By:
December 27, 2024;
January 3, 2025/StarNews
Attachments:
Ordinance
Case Summary
Attachment 1: Proposed Site Plan
Attachment 2: Conditional Rezoning Application
Attachment 3: Proposed Elevations
Attachment 4: Community Meeting Report
Attachment 5: Public Comments to Planning Commission
Attachment 6: Planning Commission Recommendation
Attachment 7: Draft Planning Commission Minutes
PURPOSE:
The applicant proposes to rezone the subject site from O&I, Office and Institutional District to MD-17(CD), high-density multiple-dwelling residential district (Conditional District) for an 18-unit townhome development.
BACKGROUND:
The project consists of 18 townhouse units located within 5 buildings, with 36 total bedrooms. Access is provided to the site from a driveway located along the north side of Allens Lane. Sidewalk, along with curb and gutter, is being provided with this project along Allens Lane. The site is located within the plan boundary of the Wrightsville Sound Small Area Plan ("WSAP"). The Plan supports transitioning to higher density residential or commercial uses.
The Comprehensive Plan states that redevelopment should maintain or enhance the desired character of the surrounding area, improve access to goods, services, and amenities, increase housing options, and improve the overall quality of life in the vicinity. The plan also supports higher residential density near commercial services and along transit routes. The site is located within ...
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