ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – The hope of developing affordable housing on Poage Valley Road has stalled after an announcement by Roanoke County that the application to rezone the land has now been withdrawn.
If the application had moved forward and been approved, around 15 acres would have been rezoned to a medium-density district for the construction of 138 townhouses and about 1.32 acres to a high-intensity commercial district for retail sales and restaurant use.
ABoone Real Estate Inc. has released a statement:
“The application for a rezoning of property located at 6285, 6287, and 6288 Poage Valley Road has been withdrawn at the request of the applicant, and it will not proceed to the Planning Commission on January 7, 2025, or to the Board of Supervisors on January 28, 2024.
Roanoke County staff and the Board of Supervisors appreciate the public interest in this matter and the citizens who attended this week’s community meeting to share their perspectives.
As we consider the feedback shared by our residents, we recognize the importance of addressing housing needs as a priority for Roanoke County. With demand outpacing supply, we are committed to encouraging well-planned housing developments that serve residents at all income levels and life stages, expanding housing options for everyone who calls Roanoke County home.”
– Roanoke County