4-V-24-RZ Caleb (37919), March 28, 2024 at 9:55 AM
I am writing to express my concerns regarding the proposed plan amendment for the property located at 8922 Pickens Gap Road, as noted in File Number 4-N-24-SP. I believe that this land should be preserved as it currently stands, to be used either as a homestead or for agricultural purposes. The current plan designation of AG (Agricultural) and HP (Hillside Protection) reflects the character and history of the area, which has long been recognized for its natural beauty and productive farmland. Changing the designation to RR (Rural Residential) and the zoning to PR (Planned Residential) would not only disrupt the landscape but could also lead to increased traffic, environmental degradation, and a loss of community heritage. As a member of the local community (or concerned citizen), I respectfully request that the commission consider the long-term impacts of such a zoning change and the irreversible damage that could be done to the land and its surroundings. I urge you to maintain the current zoning and plan designations, allowing the property to continue serving as a valuable resource for farming and as a cherished homestead.