In a recent government meeting, officials discussed a proposal to rezone a property in the Anderson Creek Ready Road area from commercial to residential (RA 20 m). The property, currently split into two portions by Cooper's Creek Avenue, has a southern section already zoned for residential use, while the northern section is designated commercial.

The vacant land, previously a manufactured home park, is surrounded by a mix of single-family and multifamily residences, as well as various commercial establishments. The rezoning request aims to convert the northern portion of the property to residential use, aligning with the area's mixed-use development plan. Staff evaluations indicated that the change is reasonable and compatible with the surrounding zoning, leading to a unanimous recommendation for approval from the planning board.

However, the proposal has raised concerns among local residents regarding potential impacts on school capacity, stormwater management, traffic increases, and home values. During the public hearing, residents expressed mixed feelings about the change, particularly due to existing traffic issues in the area, which is heavily traveled by school buses.

The developer, Billy Wellens, defended the proposal, noting that the development would consist of only 16 residential lots, which he argued would generate less traffic than potential commercial uses. He emphasized that the new homes would be priced between $275,000 and $375,000, aligning with the existing neighborhood and contributing positively to the local tax base.

The meeting concluded with officials open to further questions, as community members continue to weigh the implications of the proposed zoning change.