On October 17, 2024, the Fauquier County Planning Commission convened to discuss significant developments impacting local communities, including a special permit request from Cornerstone Freewill Baptist Church and a comprehensive plan compliance review for the Greenwich Meadows subdivision.

The meeting began with a proposal from Cornerstone Freewill Baptist Church, which is seeking a category 6 special permit to establish a minor place of worship on a nearly two-acre property located off Old Dumfries Road in Catlett. The church plans to construct a 1,920 square foot building that will include a sanctuary with seating for 100, classrooms, and a fellowship area. The proposed site will also feature 26 parking spaces and landscaping, with services scheduled for Sundays and Wednesdays. The church has requested a reduction in the front yard setback to allow an existing block building to remain for storage purposes. The Planning Commission unanimously recommended forwarding the permit application to the Board of Supervisors for approval, citing minimal impact on the surrounding area.

Following this discussion, the commission reviewed the comprehensive plan compliance for Greenwich Meadows, a proposed residential subdivision off Nicholson Lane in Nokesville. This project aims to develop 40 single-family residential lots on an 84.25-acre site, which includes plans for a central water supply system. The proposal includes two wells, a water treatment facility, and an above-ground water storage tank. The commission noted that the previous approvals for this subdivision had expired, and the current review is necessary to ensure compliance with the county's comprehensive plan, which emphasizes sustainable growth and resource management.

The discussions highlighted the county's ongoing efforts to balance development with community needs and environmental considerations. The Planning Commission's recommendations will now be forwarded to the Board of Supervisors for further consideration, marking a crucial step in the approval process for both projects. As Fauquier County continues to grow, these developments reflect the community's evolving landscape and the importance of aligning new projects with established planning goals.