Hanover County public meetings in 2022
46 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct a Comprehensive Plan Workshop and hold public hearings regarding rezoning and proffer amendments. The meeting also includes updates on real estate assessments and community development.
- Rezoning request for 25.2 acres on Cheroy Road to permit four building lots
- Proffer and conceptual plan amendments for 22.6 acres at Washington Highway and Sliding Hill Road
- Special Exception Permit request for loading spaces and buffer width at Washington Highway and Sliding Hill Road
- Budget supplement of $159,420 for Doswell Wastewater Treatment Plant
- Proffer amendment request for 1.0 acre on Mechanicsville Turnpike
Other
The Economic Development Authority of Hanover County is meeting to discuss economic development issues. The body will also elect new officers during this session.
- Election of new officers
Transportation Committee
The Hanover County Roads Committee is meeting to discuss recommended routes for 2023 rural road trench widening and overlay. The body will also review a draft update to the Road Project Funding Plan and current project statuses.
- 2023 Recommended Routes for Rural Roads Trench Widening & Overlay
- Road Project Funding Plan DRAFT Update
- Road Project Status Update
- Mt. Hermon Road through truck restriction request update
- Woodside Lane traffic calming update
Joint Education Committee
The Joint Education Committee will meet to receive a presentation on work-based learning and an update on the school capital planning study. The body will also review minutes from the June 3, 2022 meeting.
- Work-Based Learning Presentation
- Capital Planning Study Update - Schools
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee is meeting to review personnel matters. The primary item of discussion is the selection of candidates to perform external audit work.
- Discussion of candidates to perform External Audit Work
Community Participation Team
The Community Participation Team is meeting to discuss the use of the Suburban Service Area (SSA) as a tool for managing growth. The body will review the extent of the SSA and how it directs higher-intensity development to areas with public utilities to preserve rural character.
- Discussion of Suburban Service Area (SSA) as a growth management strategy
- Review of population forecasts projecting a 2045 population of 136,536 based on a 1% growth rate
- Planning for upcoming public meetings in January and February 2023
- Public feedback session regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will discuss cell towers, agritourism, and broadband requirements for development. The body is scheduled to take action on zoning bond requirements for street trees and sidewalks and a draft policy and ordinance for renewable energy.
- Action request: Zoning Bond Requirements for Street Trees and Sidewalks
- Action request: Renewable Energy Draft Policy and Ordinance
- Discussion on Broadband Requirements for Development
- Discussion on Utility Infrastructure Infill
- Comprehensive Plan Update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review requests to change zoning and modify approved proffers for three properties. The body will also discuss proposed rule changes regarding state FOIA requirements.
- REZ2022-00024: Request to rezone 25.4 acres on Cheroy Road from A-1 to AR-6(c) to create four building lots
- REZ2022-00029: Request to amend proffers for a 1.0 acre property on Mechanicsville Turnpike
- REZ2022-00007: Request to amend proffers and conceptual plan for 22.6 acres at Washington Highway and Sliding Hill Road to add two entrances
- Proposed Planning Commission Rule Changes regarding State FOIA Requirements
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding several zoning requests and a new ordinance for battery energy storage systems. The meeting also includes presentations on the annual financial report, employee bonuses, and a school budget supplement.
- Proposed ordinance regulating the installation and use of battery energy storage systems
- Rezoning request for 120 apartment units at Meadowbridge Road and Shady Grove Road
- Conditional Use Permit for a fire station on Lee-Davis Road
- Special Exception Permit for an accessory family housing unit on Hanover Quarter Road
- Proffer and sign height requests for Green Top Sporting Goods on Kings Acres Road
Airport Advisory Committee
The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to discuss terminal building design, roof replacement, and the master planning process. The committee will also receive an update on the Runway Rehab Grant.
- Terminal Building design ideas for signage, landscaping, and interior decorations
- Runway Rehab Grant update
- Master Planning process discussion
- Terminal roof replacement
- 2023 meeting schedule
Legislative Committee
The Legislative Committee is meeting to discuss possible amendments to the Hanover County Legislative Agenda for the 2023 Session of the General Assembly.
- Discussion of amendments to the 2023 General Assembly legislative agenda
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review the draft audited FY22 financial statements and the external auditors report. Members will discuss employee bonuses for the county and schools, as well as funding updates for specific capital projects.
- Draft Audited FY22 Financial Statements
- External Auditors Report
- Funding update for Montpelier Community Center
- Funding update for John Gandy Elementary School
- County and School's employee bonus discussion
Historical Commission
The Hanover County Historical Commission is meeting to review zoning case reports. The body will consider two new cases and review minutes from the September 6, 2022 meeting.
- REZ2022-00023: Christi H. and Edwin D. Adams (AR-6, 1 lot)
- REZ2022-00027: Howards Mill Road, L.L.C. (AR-6, 25 lots)
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding a supplemental appropriation for Public Works on Rt. 360 and several zoning requests. These requests include rezoning for residential lots and conditional use permits for a church, a tennis facility, and event venues.
- Public hearing for Public Works Rt. 360 Supplemental Appropriation
- Rezoning request for 11.74 acres on Rocky Ridge Road to create one additional building lot
- Rezoning request for 170.81 acres on Independence Road to create 27 building lots
- Conditional Use Permit requests for a place of worship at Brandy Hill Plaza and a tennis facility on Lakeridge Parkway
- Conditional Use Permit requests for event venues on Robert Terrell Road and Old Ridge Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning and conditional use requests. The body will also consider a new ordinance to regulate battery energy storage systems.
- REZ2022-00009: Request to rezone 8.46 acres at Meadowbridge Road and Shady Grove Road to permit 120 apartment units
- Ordinance 22-08: Proposed regulations for the installation and use of battery energy storage systems
- CUP2022-00017: Request for a Conditional Use Permit for a fire station on Lee-Davis Road
- CUP2022-00016: Request by School Board to reduce a Conditional Use Permit area from 23.1 to 19.6 acres on Lee-Davis Road
- REZ2022-00025: Request by North Cross Properties GM LC to amend signage proffers on Kings Acres Road
Community Participation Team
The Community Participation Team is meeting to elect leadership and review land use designations. The body is gathering public feedback on the Comprehensive Plan Update and discussing the location of future public meetings.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Feedback on draft Land Use Designations and Descriptions
- Discussion on locations for January 2023 public meetings regarding Land Use, Economic Development, and Historic Resources
- Public feedback session on the Comprehensive Plan Update
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a Strategic Plan Workshop and a regular meeting featuring presentations on tourism, elections, and highway projects. The body will consider several financial appropriations and road resolutions via the consent agenda.
- Appropriation of $808,295 for Public Works Operations Heavy Equipment
- Supplemental appropriation of $150,000 from the Virginia 9-1-1 Services Board
- Adoption of Resolution Establishing 2022 Personal Property Tax Relief Act
- Road Resolution for Vermeer Commercial Center
- Road Resolution for The Villages at Taylor Farm, Section 2
Facility Committee
The committee is meeting to review the final copy of the Hanover County Facilities Long-Range Plan. Members will also receive updates on several county projects.
- Hanover County Facilities Long-Range Plan - Final Copy
- Updates on several county projects
Transportation Committee
The Hanover County Roads Committee is meeting to review specific road requests and project updates. The body will discuss truck restrictions on Mt. Hermon Road and traffic calming on Woodside Lane.
- Mt. Hermon Road through truck restriction request
- Woodside Lane traffic calming
- Road Project Funding Plan update
- Road Project Status update
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing regarding construction at the Doswell Wastewater Treatment Plant. The meeting also includes several public hearings for rezoning requests and special exception permits for commercial and residential developments.
- Construction at Doswell Wastewater Treatment Plant: $10,500,000
- Rezoning of 6.5 acres on Mechanicsville Turnpike for 144 age-restricted apartments
- Rezoning of 1.57 acres on Meadowbridge Road for a three-unit retail strip center with a drive-through restaurant
- Special Exception Permit for a child day care center on Elm Drive
- Request for a new full-time Building Inspector position
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will discuss and make recommendations regarding personal property tax relief and rates. The body will also consider supplemental appropriations for infrastructure and schools.
- Personal property tax relief discussion and rate recommendation
- Supplemental appropriation for Route 360 Expansion Project
- Supplemental appropriation for Public Works Equipment
- Supplemental appropriation for Schools Operating Fund Grants
- Update to take-home motor vehicle procedure
Facility Committee
The committee will receive a supplemental presentation on the Hanover County Facilities Long-Range Plan from Moseley Architects. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a 25-Year Proactive Maintenance Plan.
- Moseley Architects presentation on the Facilities Long-Range Plan
- Review of the 25-Year Proactive Maintenance Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider several conditional use permits and rezoning requests. These include proposals for an event venue, a place of worship, and residential lot creations.
- REZ2022-00019: Proposal to rezone 170.81 acres on Independence Road to create 27 building lots
- CUP2022-00012: Request for a conditional use permit for an event venue on Old Ridge Road
- CUP2022-00014: Request for a conditional use permit for a place of worship at Brandy Hill Plaza Shopping Center
- CUP2022-00013: Request for a conditional use permit for a private tennis facility on Lakeridge Parkway
- REZ2022-00022: Request to rezone 11.74 acres on Rocky Ridge Road to create one additional building lot
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will discuss a report from Hanover County Public Schools and a resolution of support for DRPT funding. The meeting includes a closed session regarding Project Starling and litigation. The consent agenda contains several budget supplements and a proposed ordinance amendment.
- Budget supplement of $2,403,583 for Schools Operating Fund Amendment
- Budget supplement of $471,189 for state and federal grant funding for DASH
- Proposed ordinance amendment ORD22-08 regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems
- Acceptance of cookware donation to Fire-EMS Department valued at $19,408
- Resolution in support of the Virginia American Revolution Commission (VA250)
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission is meeting to review zoning case reports and discuss the Virginia 250th celebration. Tom Harris is seeking Hanover County stories and events from 1776 and the surrounding years.
- Zoning Case CUP2022-00012 (Oriana Hargrove Alderman)
- Discussion of Virginia 250th celebration stories and events
Historical Commission - Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee
The Historical Commission Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee is meeting to review a preliminary draft of revisions regarding historic resources and heritage tourism. The body will also discuss a future presentation of these items to the Historical Commission.
- Review of preliminary draft revisions to Comprehensive Plan content related to historic resources
- Discussion of heritage tourism updates to the Comprehensive Plan
- Planning for a presentation to the Historical Commission
Community Participation Team
The team is meeting to elect leadership and review feedback from land use visioning workshops. Members will discuss primary land use issues and conceptual design designations. The meeting also includes a progress update on the Comprehensive Plan.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of feedback from Land Use Visioning Workshops
- Discussion of land use design designations
- Comprehensive Plan progress update
Community Development Committee
The Community Development Committee will hold presentations regarding energy facility policies and accessory dwelling units. The body will also discuss an update to the Comprehensive Plan.
- Battery Storage Policy presentation
- Solar Facility Policy presentation
- Accessory Dwelling Unit - Medical Hardship presentation
- Comprehensive Plan Update presentation
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will hold public hearings regarding several rezoning requests and conditional use permits. The meeting also includes presentations on broadband and the Fall Line Trail, as well as financial reports and fund reappropriations.
- Public hearing for 203 residential units and commercial sites at East Patrick Henry Road and Providence Church Road
- Public hearing for a solar facility on Peppertown Road (CUP2021-00015)
- Public hearing for a warehouse with office space on Lakeridge Parkway (REZ2021-00017)
- Authorization for public hearing on Doswell Wastewater Treatment Plant construction: $10,500,000
- Appropriation for Board Room Audio / Visual Equipment: $600,000
Facility Committee
The committee will meet to receive a presentation on the Hanover County Facilities Long-Range Plan. The meeting also includes time for citizen comments and the approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Presentation of the Hanover County Facilities Long-Range Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings for several rezoning requests, including proposals for a multi-family residential complex and retail centers. The body will also review building elevations and discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan.
- REZ2022-00010: Proposal to create 144 attached units on 6.5 acres at Mechanicsville Turnpike and Meadow Drive
- REZ2022-00015: Proposal for a three-unit retail strip center with a drive-through restaurant on Meadowbridge Road
- REZ2022-00012: Proposal for a restaurant with a drive-through on Chamberlayne Road
- REZ2022-00020: Proposal for an automated carwash at Mechanicsville Turnpike and Bell Creek Road
- REZ2022-00016: Proposal to create one additional building lot on Mechumps Creek Lane
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will review preliminary year-end financial statements for FY22 and reappropriations for FY22 to FY23. The body will also receive a budget update for the Doswell Wastewater Treatment Plant.
- FY22 Preliminary Year End Financial Statements
- FY22 to FY23 Reappropriations
- Doswell Wastewater Treatment Plant - WIP III Upgrades Construction Budget Update
- Internal Audit Annual Report FY22
Historical Commission - Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee
The Historical Commission Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee is meeting to review current plan content regarding historic resources and heritage tourism. The body will discuss possible revisions to this content and determine next steps.
- Public comment on Comprehensive Plan changes related to historic resources and heritage tourism
- Discussion of current plan content for historic resources and heritage tourism
- Discussion of possible revisions to historic resource content
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings regarding a cable television franchise agreement, a VPSA bond resolution, and several zoning requests. The meeting also includes updates on senior services, the Comprehensive Plan, and transportation projects.
- Public hearing for a nonexclusive cable television franchise agreement with Shenandoah Cable Television, LLC
- Public hearing for VPSA issuance and approval of bond resolution
- Conditional Use Permit request for a church and preschool on Lakeridge Parkway (CUP2022-00006)
- Rezoning request for an automated carwash on Brandy Run Drive (REZ2022-00005)
- Request to accept Fire Station 17 property transfer from Hanover School Board
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a landfill amendment, a residential and commercial rezoning request, and a solar facility permit. The body will also discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan.
- CUP2022-00001: Request to close an existing landfill and convert a borrow pit to a new landfill on Ashcake Road
- REZ2021-00014: Request to rezone 52.03 acres at East Patrick Henry Road and Providence Church Road for 203 residential units and three commercial sites
- CUP2021-00015: Request for a conditional use permit for a solar facility on 32.2 acres on Peppertown Road
- SPR2022-00034: Proffered elevation review for The Hampton Inn
- SOE2022-00001: Overhead power lines exception for Shady Grove Park
Community Participation Team
The Community Participation Team is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The body will review and endorse the team's charter, engagement guidelines, vision statement, and rural characteristics. Members will also conduct a practice land use workshop activity.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Endorsement of Charter and Engagement Guidelines
- Endorsement of Vision Statement
- Endorsement of Rural Characteristics
- Land Use Workshop Activity practice run
Facility Committee
The committee is meeting to discuss a potential name change and receive project updates from the Director of General Services. The session includes a tour of the Wickham Building renovation.
- Presentation regarding a Committee Name Change
- Project updates for Monpelier RC & L, Gateway Signs, and Wickham Building
- Project updates for Courts Renovation and Fire Station 17
- Project updates for Fire / EMS Burn Building and Facility Long-Range Plan
- Updates on Administration Building and Attorney Suite
Transportation Committee
The Hanover County Roads Committee will meet to receive presentations from Traffic Engineer Joseph E. Vidunas. The discussion will cover bid results for rural paving and safety projects, general road project status, and transportation grant applications.
- Rural Paving / Safety Project bid results
- Road project status update
- Transportation grant applications status update
Historical Commission
The Historical Commission will review two new zoning case reports. The body will also begin discussions with Principal Planner Andrew Pompei regarding updates to Section 7 of the Hanover County Comprehensive Plan.
- REZ2022-00018: Zipporah, L.L.C. request to rezone from A-1 to OS (Offices)
- REZ2022-00021: Lillian Alston, et al. request to rezone from A-1 to M-2 (warehouse and outside storage)
- Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update Section 7, Historic Resources and Heritage Tourism
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will consider several rezoning requests, special exception permits, and conditional use permits. The meeting also includes requests for a cable television franchise agreement and the issuance of general obligation bonds.
- Public hearing for general obligation bonds to the VPSA not to exceed $50,000,000
- Request to advertise a public hearing for a cable television franchise to Shenandoah Cable Television, LLC
- Rezoning of 16.8 acres on Pouncey Tract Road from A-1 to AR-6(c) for one additional lot
- Rezoning of 4.11 acres on Meadowbridge Road from M-2 to M-3(c) for two propane tanks
- Conditional Use Permit for a telecommunications tower exceeding 140 feet on Walnut Grove Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several rezoning requests and conditional use permits. Key items include a proposal for 203 townhomes and commercial sites, and a plan to convert a borrow pit into a new landfill area.
- REZ2021-00014: Proposed 203 residential units and three commercial pad sites on 52.03 acres at East Patrick Henry Road and Providence Church Road
- CUP2022-00001: Request to close existing landfill area and convert borrow pit to new landfill on Ashcake Road
- CUP2022-00006: Request for church and preschool on 6.3 acres on Lakeridge Parkway
- REZ2022-00005: Request to rezone 1.11 acres on Brandy Run Drive for an automated carwash
- CPA2021-00001: Proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment for land use designations near the Town of Ashland boundary
Finance Committee
The Finance Committee will receive updates on the FY2022 external audit and the county's debt. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personnel matters regarding the external audit and the internal auditor's performance.
- FY2022 External Auditor Update
- Debt Update
- Internal Auditor performance review (Closed Session)
Community Participation Team
The Community Participation Team is meeting to establish its leadership and review engagement guidelines. The group will discuss the planning process and work toward defining a vision statement and the definition of 'rural'.
- Review and endorsement of the Charter and Engagement Guidelines
- Selection of Team Facilitator, Chair, and Vice Chair
- Discussion of the planning process and public involvement summary
- Review and discussion of the Vision Statement
- Review and discussion of the definition of 'rural'
Historical Commission
The Commission is reviewing two zoning cases and discussing updates to its internal by-laws. The body is also considering proposed revisions to the Guidelines for Historical Commission Review.
- REZ2022-00017: Linwood B. Pryor, et al. (A-1 to RS for 48 duplex units)
- CUP2022-00010: Compass Church (new church in Village of Montpelier)
- By-Laws revisions regarding remote attendance
- Proposed revisions to the Guidelines for Historical Commission Review
Joint Education Committee
The Joint Education Committee will meet to discuss the minimum wage for schools. The body will also review and approve minutes from the January 13, 2022 meeting.
- Discussion regarding schools minimum wage
Board of Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings regarding a budget supplement for the Virginia Telecommunication Initiative and the Six-Year Secondary Road Plan. The meeting also includes several requests for rezoning, conditional use permits, and a comprehensive plan amendment.
- Public hearing for Virginia Telecommunication Initiative (VATI) budget supplement
- Public hearing for Department of Public Works Six-Year Secondary Road Plan
- Rezoning request for Chickahominy Falls Subdivision to add 16 lots for a total of 468 units
- Rezoning request for 6.28 acres on Hanover Crossing Drive for 30 condominium units
- Rezoning request for 2.64 acres at Creighton Road and Cold Harbor Road for a convenience store with fuel pumps