Commission advances drafting on Purcellville North focus-area amendments

Commissioners discussed subcommittee findings on the Purcellville North focus area and broader comprehensive-plan amendments, including proposed changes to land-use tables and map edits. The subcommittee said it had identified areas north of the Route 7690 interchange — including Centerfield Farm Drive and the new water tower corridor — that may need zoning or land-use category adjustments.

Commissioners emphasized the need to present before-and-after map exhibits and clear text that explains pre- and post-amendment conditions for the council. Staff said an editable draft exists and offered to compile textual edits so the commission can advance a consolidated package. Commissioners tentatively agreed to aim for a complete package for the town council in October and to keep the Sept. 17 meeting on the calendar for textual work if needed.

The discussion focused on process and packaging rather than final policy decisions: commissioners asked staff to prepare exhibit maps as separate attachments labeled as exhibits for public hearing, and subcommittees were asked to coordinate with the commissioner leading the effort to finalize recommendations.