Prince George County's Planning Commission has approved a subdivision waiver that will allow the division of a single 11-acre lot into two smaller lots on Loving Union Road. This decision, made during the meeting on July 24, 2025, permits the applicant to bypass certain design standards outlined in the county's subdivision ordinance, specifically the requirement for shared access easements for residential lots.

The waiver was sought due to the presence of wetlands that intersect the proposed property line, making it challenging to adhere to the standard shared entrance requirement. Instead of a single shared access point, the commission agreed that two separate driveways would minimize environmental disruption. The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) also supported this approach, indicating that the unique circumstances of the wetlands warranted the allowance of two entrances.

The Planning Commission emphasized that the waiver aligns with the criteria for approval, which includes considerations of unusual situations that could lead to hardship if strict adherence to regulations were enforced. The commission noted that this is the first request of its kind since waivers were authorized in December, and no public comments were received regarding the application.

The approved motion allows the subdivision to proceed with the condition that each of the two new lots will have one private entrance. This decision is expected to facilitate the construction of two single-family dwellings while preserving the sensitive environmental features of the area. The Planning Commission's action reflects a commitment to balancing development needs with environmental stewardship in Prince George County.