Resident asks council to resolve zoning nonconformity at 7 East Virginia Avenue

Donald Hunt addressed the council during public comment to ask for help resolving a zoning matter at 7 East Virginia Avenue.

“I’m Donald Hunt, and I reside at 373 West Queen Street in Hampton. I’ve lived here all my life,” Hunt said. He said his daughter inherited a property at 7 East Virginia Avenue, where he had worked 30 years ago, and in September the zoning department sent a notice saying the property is nonconforming and not permitted to be used as two apartments. Hunt asked the city to explore options — including an appeal — or otherwise help resolve the matter so the dwelling can remain as he believes it historically has been used.

Council and staff said they had staff from property management and the city attorney’s office in the audience and would follow up with Mr. Hunt to gather documents and attempt to resolve the issue. Hunt said he would be in touch with staff to provide information. The council did not take action from the dais at this meeting but staff indicated they would follow up.