On the agenda: Petersburg meeting — data center (Feb 5)

City of Petersburg
Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
Thursday, February 5, 2026
6:00 PM
Petersburg Public Library
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1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Adoption of the Agenda
4. Consent Agenda
a. January 8, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes (pages 3-9)
b. January 15, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes (pages 10-13)
5. Public Comment
Comments and Correspondence from citizens, visitors, and delegations in the audience on
items not on the agenda. Individuals wishing to speak should sign up prior to the start of the
meeting. Please limit comments to no more than three minutes. Total Public Comment period
shall not exceed 15 minutes.
6. Public Hearings

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a. 2026-SUP-01: Consideration of a resolution recommending approval of a request by Ibrahim
Al Tamimy, on behalf of 601 E Wyth St LLC, for a special use permit to operate a stand-alone
vehicle repair shop at 601 East Wythe Street, Parcel ID 012270012, in the B-2, General
Commercial Zoning District (pages 14-49)
7. Old Business
8. New Business
9. Secretary/City Staff Reports
10. Announcements/Commissioner Reports
11. Adjournment

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City of Petersburg
Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
January 8, 2026

Members Present:
Fenton Bland
Thomas Hairston
Dianne Harley
Kirsten Katzenbach
James Norman
Members Absent:
Marshall Ford, Chair
Alvin Cannon, Vice-Chair
Tony McDaniel
Aku Reinhardt
Others Present: Jared Crews, City Planning Staff
1. Call to Order:
The City of Petersburg Planning Commission meeting held on Thursday, January 8, 2026,
was called to order by Mr. Crews at 6:07 p.m.
2. Roll Call:
A quorum was established by Mr. Crews. Mr. Crews stated a chairperson would need to
be elected for the meeting since the Chair and Vice-Chair were not present.
Commissioner Bland motioned for Commissioner Norman to serve as chair for the
meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hairston and passed unanimously.
3. Adoption of the Agenda:
Commissioner Norman called for any changes to the agenda.
Commissioner Bland moved to adopt the agenda as presented. Commissioner Hairston
seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.

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4. Consent Agenda:
Commissioner Bland motioned to approve the consent agenda which included the
December 4, 2025 regular meeting minutes and the 2025 fourth quarter attendance
report. Commissioner Katzenbach seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
5. Public Comment:
Commissioner Norman opened the floor for public comments.
Scott Perkins, 1918 Dodson Road, stated he would like to speak in opposition to 2025REZ-06 and the proposed data center at 2233 Halifax Road. Mr. Perkins stated the
proposed development is too close to the existing residential neighborhood and that
the proposed streets built for access will negatively impact residents. Mr. Rush
questioned what would stop the developer from building structures directly adjacent to
residential development.
Randy Rush, 1961 Dodson Road, stated he was concerned about the impact of the
proposed 2025-REZ-06 rezoning on property values for neighboring residents. Mr. Rush
also noted construction traffic would have difficulty accessing the property from
Defense Road and asked that the Planning Commission recommend the developer
provide access from Halifax Road as originally proffered or that the proposal be denied.
Grant Northrup, 2023 Bannister Road, stated he was concerned about the impact of
2025-REZ-06 on property values in the area, noting no property value impact study was
completed. Mr. Rush stated he has concerns with the proposed Defense Road access
due to flooding issues and that no environmental or engineering study had been
presented. Mr. Northrup stated he was also concerned there is no mechanism to
enforce that access to and from the development from Townes Road would only take
place during emergencies.
Greg Kitchen, 1983 Dodson Road, asked whether the proposed data center
development in 2025-REZ-03 would involve a traffic light on Defense Road. Mr. Kitchen
stated he had concerns with the noise levels from the data center and did not
understand why the rezoning of 2233 Halifax Road needed to be expanded. Mr. Kitchen
asked whether there was a way to guarantee traffic from the data center would not use
Townes Road for access.
Merrilee Cohen, 1983 Dodson Road, stated a proposed data center would not create
many jobs and could displace 5,000 residents from their current employment. Ms.
Cohen stated she is also concerned about Native American artifacts that may be present
where the data center is proposed at 2233 Halifax Road.

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Maxine Wilson, 2787 South Crater Road, stated she is a Ramblewood resident and the
proposed data center at 2233 Halifax Road was incompatible with the neighborhood
which is currently quiet. Ms. Wilson stated she has concerns about safety and the
quality of life, traffic, and infrastructure in the area.
With no further comments, the public comment period was closed.
6. Public Hearings:
a. 2025-SUP-05: Consideration of a resolution recommending approval of a request by
Raymond Akoury, on behalf of RGC Investments C/O Hotrod Motorsports, for a special
use permit for multiple-family dwellings as authorized and controlled by the R-5
Multiple Dwelling District Standards at 1325 West Washington Street, Parcel ID
024230005, in the B-2 General Commercial District
Mr. Crews gave an overview of the request, explaining the applicant was seeking to
construct seven townhome-style apartments on the property along with an off-street
parking area and an open space area. Mr. Crews noted the request met the minimum
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance but staff had identified some concerns with
demand for parking, lack of greenspace, and resident amenities on the site due to the
relatively small area. Mr. Crews stated staff would also prefer to see higher-quality
building materials used than what is shown in the plans. Mr. Crews stated staff were
recommending nine conditions of approval for the project.
Raymond Akoury, RGC Investments, stated he had reviewed the proposed conditions
and had no objection to them. Mr. Akoury stated he was open to using Hardie Board
siding and wood-composite windows on the buildings if that should be conditioned.
Commissioner Hairston asked how waste would be managed on the site. Mr. Akoury
stated he could look to find a suitable place for a dumpster on site. Mr. Akoury was
asked about security and surveillance on the site and noted he could potentially install
cameras where the light poles are proposed. Mr. Akoury stated the proposed units
would initially be for rent but he was willing to look at a condominium ownership
configuration in the future. The Commission discussed the size of the site and the lack of
room for additional parking and landscaping on the site. The Commission stated the
common area did not appear large enough for a playground or anything other than
small amenities. Mr. Akoury stated he is willing to find areas where plantings could be
accommodated and to find amenities that would fit within the common area.
Commissioner Norman opened the public hearing.

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Mr. Crews stated one written comment had been received and provided to the
Commission which identified questions about fencing between the subject property and
the surrounding properties, and concerns about security, traffic, trash and the number
of units compared to the size of the lot.
Myron Haskins, 1329 Hinton Street, stated he opposed the request because the existing
development on Hinton Street comprises primarily single-family dwellings. Mr. Haskins
stated there is not enough room on the site for the proposed apartments and he had
concerns over access to the apartments, litter and loitering from residents of the
apartments, and the impact to property values. Mr. Haskins stated the proposed
apartments would create a lot of traffic on Hinton Street.
With no further comments, the public hearing was closed.
Mr. Akoury stated a fence was proposed along the Hinton Street frontage and noted
greenspace was planned behind the units as well as along West Washington Street.
The Commission discussed the concerns over the size of the lot and whether the
property would be able to meet the newly adopted requirements for parking lot
greenspace and overall canopy coverage. Mr. Akoury noted it may be challenging to
accommodate plantings in the parking lot due to the light poles required and the limited
space. Commissioner Katzenbach motioned to table the request until the City Arborist
could review the plans and determine if the site could comply with the landscaping
requirements. Commissioner Harley seconded the motion.
Commissioner Hairston made a substitute motion to recommend denial of the request
due to the proposed apartments not aligning with the scale and character of the existing
development in the area, particularly due to the proposed orientation of the buildings.
Commissioner Hairston noted the plans did not align with the Comprehensive Plan’s
principles for a Historic Core Neighborhood. Commissioner Bland seconded the motion,
which passed unanimously.
7. Old Business:
a. 2025-SUP-07: Consideration of a resolution recommending approval of a request by
Pedro Rosario for a special use permit to operate a stand-alone vehicle repair shop at
3857 South Crater Road, Parcel ID 101090005, in the B-2, General Commercial Zoning
District
Mr. Crews provided an overview of the request and the concerns that were raised at the
December 4, 2025 public hearing, including the aesthetic impact of the proposed use,
the current condition of the subject property, and the billboard on the site. Mr. Crews

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explained the applicant had updated the application and plans to show streetscape
improvements along the frontage of the property, including the installation of sidewalk,
replacement of the existing chain-link fence with a decorative iron fence with brick
columns and the planting of street trees for screening. Mr. Crews noted the applicant
had cleared the vehicles that were stored on the site except for a semi-trailer used for
storage. The applicant, Pedro Rosario, clarified the billboard on the property was
subject to a lease through October, 2028 and stated he would accept a condition of
approval requiring the billboard to be removed when the lease terminates. Staff
presented the conditions drafted for consideration.
Commissioner Katzenbach made a motion to recommend approval of the request with
the conditions as drafted along with a condition requiring plantings around the
perimeter of the property subject to review by the City Arborist. Commissioner Hairston
seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
b. 2025-SUP-06: Consideration of a resolution recommending approval of a request by
Donte Threatt, on behalf of Sweet Investments VA LLC, for a special use permit to
operate a nightclub at 2793 South Crater Road, Parcel ID 065110004, in the B-2 General
Commercial District
Following discussion on the number of individuals present with interest in the case,
Commissioner Hairston motioned to add thirty minutes of public comment period to the
discussion on that agenda item. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Katzenbach
and passed unanimously.
The applicant, Donte Threatt, addressed the Commission and stated he had tried to
make contact with the neighboring properties, particularly the churches and the Elite
Horsemen, as requested but had not been able to speak with them at length. Mr.
Threatt stated he wanted to clarify that the proposed club would be upscale with a
focus on serving an older clientele and committed to avoiding any issues or conflicts
with neighbors. Mr. Threatt stated concerns had been raised about what he had done
for the community and he noted he has worked with high school athletes and provided
scholarship opportunities through his church.
Commissioner Norman opened the floor for the public comment period.
Belinda Baugh, 3650 Beechwood Drive, Pastor of New Divine Worship Center, stated she
is opposed to the request, noting the worship centers uses the parking lot in conjunction
with the other surrounding uses and there would be parking conflicts with the addition
of the club use. Ms. Baugh stated there are individuals who travel in wheelchairs from
the Jesse Lee Apartments to the worship center and the additional traffic would raise
safety concerns.

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Teresa Steele, 715 Ann Street, stated she supported the request, noting the club would
create jobs and meet a need for entertainment venues in the city, particularly for older
residents.
Karl Pulliam, 5500 Hair Road, Disputanta, stated he is president of the Elite Horseman
Club and opposes the request. Mr. Pulliam stated the Elite Horseman has events on
Saturday and Sunday evenings with at least 100 people. Mr. Pulliam stated he works
with the worship center on sharing the parking, but there is not enough parking for the
proposed club.
Allen Roney, 19294 Turkey Egg Road, Dinwiddie, stated he supports the request and
believes the parking area is big enough to support the proposed club. Mr. Roney stated
the community needs to support growth.
Maxine Wilson, 2787 South Crater Road, In His Presence Apostolic Ministry, stated the
applicant had not contacted her and she remained opposed to the request. Ms. Wilson
stated the location was not appropriate for the use and noted concerns over gun
violence.
Gaylord Daniels, 2836 Homestead Drive, stated he supports the request and noted the
applicant had provided security and management plans. Mr. Daniels stated the building
would be soundproofed and that he felt the neighbors should welcome the new use.
Lash Barksdale, 2787 South Crater Road, stated he is the adjacent property owner and
opposes the request. Mr. Barksdale says he was not contacted by the applicant. Mr.
Barksdale stated his tenants were in their building first and the proposed use was not
appropriate due to the parking conflicts and adjacent apartments.
D’Angelo Nicholson, 22241 Jordan Heights Drive, stated he supports the request and
there is a need for entertainment venues in the city. Mr. Nicholson stated the
community needs to work together and support growth.
Joyce Vinson, 1608 Kings Road, stated she was contacted by Mr. Threatt but unable to
talk at the time and there was no further communication. Ms. Vinson stated she
opposed the request and the applicant was not helping to grow the city. Ms. Vinson
stated she would rather see a STEM center.
Janet Wright, 360 Kings Road, stated she is a member of In His Presence Apostolic
Ministry and opposed to the request due to safety concerns and the incompatibility of a
club so close to a church.

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With no further comments, Commissioner Norman closed the public comment period.
Commissioner Hairston stated he felt there was not enough information on the request
and he felt the Police Department should review the request and make a
recommendation to the Planning Commission. Mr. Crews stated the applicant had
provided management and security plans in accordance with the Zoning Ordinance.
Commissioner Katzenbach stated she agreed there was a need for entertainment uses in
the city but shared the concerns of the adjoining property owners about noise, conflicts
over parking, and incompatibility between uses.
Commissioner Bland motioned to recommend denial of the special use permit request,
noting the concerns over parking, noise, and impacts to neighbors as well as the
applicant’s failure to talk with the neighboring properties prior to the meeting.
Commissioner Harley seconded the motion, which passed 4-1 with Hairston dissenting.
8. New Business:
There was no new business for discussion.
9. Secretary/City Staff Reports:
Due to time constraints, Mr. Crews did not present a secretary/staff report.
10. Announcements/Commissioner Reports:
There were no additional announcements or Commissioner reports.
11. Adjournment:
The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 p.m. on motion by Commissioner Hairston.

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Planning Commission Chair

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City of Petersburg
Planning Commission Special Meeting Minutes
January 15th, 2026

Members Present:
Fenton Bland
Alvin Cannon, Vice-Chair
Thomas Hairston
Dianne Harley
Kirsten Katzenbach
Tony McDaniel
James Norman
Aku Reinhardt

Members Absent:
Marshall Ford, Chair
Others Present: Jared Crews, City Planning Staff
1. Call to Order:
The City of Petersburg Planning Commission Special meeting held on Thursday, January
15th, 2026, was called to order by Vice-Chair Cannon at 6:05 p.m.
2. Roll Call:
A quorum was established by Mr. Crews
3. Adoption of the Agenda:
Vice-Chair Cannon called for any changes to the agenda. Commissioner Bland moved to
approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Bland seconded the motion, which
passed unanimously.
4. Old Business:
a. 2025-REZ-06: Consideration of a resolution recommending approval of a
request by Alexander Graham, Jr., on behalf of the Warrenton Group, to rezone
property at 2088 Defense Road, 1918 Townes Road, and 1926 Bogese Drive,
Parcel IDs 070080002, 069070001, 077010801, from the A Agricultural and R-1A

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Single-Family Residence Districts to the M-1 Light Industrial District with
proffers and to amend the existing proffers for property at 2233 Halifax Road,
Parcel ID 076030800, in the M-1 Light Industrial District:
Mr. Crews gave an overview of the request and reminded the Commission the
request had been tabled following the December 4, 2025 public hearing with the
Planning Commission requesting the applicant to hold a meeting with the
community to address questions and concerns. Mr. Crews stated the applicant had
responded by attending the Ward 7 meeting on January 13 and presenting
additional information and holding a question-and-answer period. Mr. Crews stated
about twenty individuals spoke about the request at the Ward 7 meeting and voiced
concerns about the proposed development.
Mr. Crews stated that issues raised at the public hearing and the Ward 7 meeting
include noise, light, traffic impacts to surrounding community, environmental
impacts, incompatibility with surrounding residential developments, insufficient
buffers, lack of community engagement, site access, and street capacity for
construction traffic. Mr. Crews stated there were several additional written
comments provided prior to the meeting which had been printed and brought for
the Commission, including a petition opposing the request. Mr. Crews noted the
applicant had also provided written responses to concerns that have been identified.
Bandele McQueen, was present on behalf of Warrenton Group. Mr. McQueen stated
the Warrenton Group has worked with city staff to provide proffers that would
create a sufficient buffer between the data center development and to ensure safe
access to the property with minimum impact to the surrounding community. The
Commission asked the developer to clarify the access into the development during
construction and operation. Mr. McQueen stated construction traffic would enter
the site either by Defense Road or Halifax Road depending on the time of day and
size of vehicles and the Townes Road access to the site would only be used in cases
of emergency.
Commissioner Katzenbach stated it had come to her attention that the option
agreement between the city and the applicant on the purchase of the property had
expired January 7, 2025 and asked whether the applicant had an updated
agreement. Warren Williams of the Warrenton Group stated an amendment to the
agreement was currently being considered by the city. Commissioner Katzenbach
stated she had asked that the City Attorney attend the meeting to provide guidance
on whether the Planning Commission had standing to make a recommendation on
the request.

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Mr. Crews stated he had spoken with the City Attorney prior to the meeting and
believed that the Planning Commission was able to move forward with a
recommendation. Commissioners Katzenbach and Bland mentioned they had
spoken with a City Council member and believed they were not able to make a
recommendation. Mr. Crews stated he had asked the Attorney specifically whether
the Planning Commission could make a recommendation and was told yes, noting
the negotiation of the option agreement between the City and Warrenton Group
was a City Council matter outside the Planning Commission purview.
Vice-Chair Cannon stated he would allow for a 15-minute public comment period on
the request.
Randy Rush, 1961 Dodson Road, stated he was concerned that not enough people in
the community were aware of the request and that residential property would be
rezoned to industrial. Mr. Rush stated the Planning Commission did not have time to
review the petition they received.
Cyndi Perkins, 1918 Dodson Road, asked why traffic construction would be allowed
to enter the site from Halifax Road but Halifax Road could not be used after the
project was approved. Ms. Perkins stated the applicant had written that Norfolk
Southern was in support of the project and asked why the rezoning was necessary.
Ms. Perkins asked why the additional properties needed to be rezoned if no
structures were proposed on them.
Grant Northup, 2034 Bannister Road, stated the proposed gatehouse shown on the
plans is well inside property boundaries and asked how the developer could control
access from Townes Road without having a gate at the end of the road. Mr.
Northrup stated he feels the proposed proffer language about structures on the
newly-acquired parcels read as voluntary and that language could not be enforced
on future owners.
Greg Kitchen, 1983 Dodson Road, stated he didn’t understand why the additional
properties were needed for the development. Mr. Kitchen asked whether Townes
Road and Bannister Roads would be upgraded to commercial streets.
Merrilee Cohen, 1983 Dodson Road, stated construction traffic would be using a
residential neighborhood and stated she had used Artificial Intelligence to look up
the dangers of data centers and the proposed data center campus is larger than any
data center she has heard of. Ms. Cohen stated data centers strain electric and
water resources and create environmental impacts.

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James Beck, 1977 Vesonder Road, stated his property is closest to the proposed data
center development. Mr. Beck stated he understands Townes Road is existing rightof-way but doesn’t understand why the properties adjoining the proposed access
along Townes Road needed to be rezoned to the M-1 District. Mr. Beck stated the
rezoning will decrease the property values in the area. Mr. Beck asked why the city
could not just build Townes Road without the rezoning.
Arnold Westbrook, 1737 Ramblewood Road, stated he was speaking as a resident
and not a member of City Council. Mr. Westbrook stated change is hard but the City
has missed development opportunities in the past. Mr. Westbrook noted school
systems and city resources have suffered as people have left the city due to lack of
opportunity. Mr. Westbrook stated the Warrenton Group is seeking to be a good
neighbor to the city and provide proffers that will avoid negative impacts to the
community. Mr. Westbrook noted construction traffic is already traveling through
Ramblewood due to the ongoing residential development and noted the traffic for
the data center project would be routed outside Ramblewood.
With no further comments, Vice-Chair Cannon closed the public comment period.
Commissioner Katzenbach asked whether the Warrenton Group would be the owner
and operator of the proposed data center. Mr. McQueen stated whether or not
Warrenton Group remained owner of the property or sold it would depend on the
user of the facilities, noting some users prefer to lease data center spaces while
others prefer to purchase the property.
Commissioner Hariston stated he had opposed the city allowing data centers, but
the decision had been made to allow them and he did not feel it was appropriate to
for city officials to oppose them where deals were already in place.
Commissioner Norman made a motion to recommend approval of the rezoning
request with the proffers as presented. Commissioner Aku seconded the motion,
which passed in a 5-1 vote with Commissioner Katzenbach dissenting.
Commissioners Hairston and McDaniel abstained from the vote.
5. Adjournment:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:03 p.m.

Planning Commission Chair

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City of Petersburg
Department of Planning and Community Development
135 N Union St, Room 304
Petersburg, VA 23803
(804) 733-2308

MEMORANDUM
DATE:

February 5, 2026

TO:

Planning Commission

FROM:

Planning and Community Development

RE:

2026-SUP-01: Consideration of a resolution recommending approval of a request
by Ibrahim Al Tamimy, on behalf of 601 E Wyth St LLC, for a special use permit to
operate a stand-alone vehicle repair shop at 601 East Wythe Street, Parcel ID
012270012, in the B-2, General Commercial Zoning District

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The applicant is requesting to operate a stand-alone vehicle repair shop at 601 East Wythe
Street in the B-2, General Commercial Zoning District. A Special Use Permit is required to
operate a stand-alone vehicle repair shop in the B-2 District. The subject property is designated
as Community Mixed-Use on the Future Land Use Map of the PetersburgNEXT Comprehensive
Plan. The proposed use, if permitted, will be controlled by the Zoning Ordinance as well as any
conditions recommended by Planning Commission and accepted by City Council. Staff is
recommending denial of the request as submitted.

CHRONOLOGY OF EVENTS:
1. December 10, 2025 – Planning and Zoning staff met with the applicant on site to discuss
the proposed use and the special use permit process.
2. January 6, 2026 – Staff received petition by applicant for special use permit to operate
stand-alone vehicle repair shop at 601 East Wythe Street.

BACKGROUND:
The subject property is a 0.23-acre lot located on the North Side of East Wythe Street at the
intersection of South Little Church Street. The applicant is seeking to establish a stand-alone
vehicle repair shop within the existing structure on the property. Per Article 23, Section 4(23)
of the Zoning Ordinance, a special use permit must be granted for stand-alone vehicle repair

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shops in the B-2 Zoning District. Council may grant approval of special use permits when the
public health, safety, moral and general welfare will not be adversely affected by a use, and
provided that necessary safeguards will be provided to protect surrounding property, persons,
and neighborhood values.
The existing building on the property was built in 1946. It is approximately 1,500 square feet
with three garage bays. The building has been used as a vehicle repair shop as well as a
carwash in the past, but it has not been used in over two years, meaning there is no legal
nonconforming status. Staff visited the site on December 10, 2025 and observed the building
needs significant repairs and renovations before it would be safe to occupy and use.
The application was accompanied by architectural renderings and a concept plan showing the
layout of the site along with proposed improvements. The plans indicate shrubs and trees will
be planted along the East Wythe Street frontage and the existing parking area will be repaired,
repaved, and restriped to establish employee and visitor parking. The plans also show the
installation of pedestrian-scale lighting for the parking area. The existing entrances from East
Wythe Street and South Old Church Street will be retained. The nonconforming sign structure
currently on the site is shown as removed in the plans.
The plans state all work will occur indoors and no outdoor storage of materials, equipment, or
vehicles for repair is permitted. The plans also state no vehicle repair will occur, meaning the
use of the facilities would be limited to proactive servicing such as lubricating and inspecting
vehicles.
Staff Considerations:
Upon review of the application and site plan, staff have identified several items that warrant
consideration:
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There are inconsistencies between the application and plans submitted and the use of
the property as explained by the applicant in person.
o The plans indicate no vehicle storage will occur on the site, but the applicant
has stated repeatedly that he intends to store vehicles from his existing vehicle
sale and service business at 610 East Washington Street. In the application, the
applicant notes the new facility will be like the business at 601 East Washington
Street, which includes significant vehicle storage.
o The plans indicate only vehicle service uses will occur, but the applicant has
mentioned several uses including vehicle repair and sales and tire sales on the
property.
Over the last several years, City Council has emphasized the importance of the major
corridors of the city and the desire to avoid uses that may have a negative visual
impact while encouraging uses that will revitalize the corridors. There are already
several vehicle repairs shops, tire shops, and used car sales lots along East Wythe and
East Washington Street in the area surrounding the subject property which have an

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observable impact on the aesthetics of the heavily traveled corridors.
In similar cases considered, facilities have been functional at the time of application and
the special use permits were requested due largely to the nonconforming status of the
use, but in this case, the building needs significant repair before the facility being safely
operational.

ADJACENT ZONING/USES:
All properties adjoining 601 East Wythe Street are also within the B-2, General Commercial
Zoning District. The property is adjoined to the north by the Royal Inn hotel and the Best Inn is to
the west across South Old Church Street. The King Motel and Studio 622 apartments are located
to the south across East Wythe Street and Bethany Baptist Church is to the east. As noted, there
are a number of automobile-oriented uses like tire shops, repair shops, and car sales lots,
including the applicant’s existing business in the surrounding areas.

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CONSIDERATIONS:
The subject property is located in a Community Mixed-Use area on the Future Land Use Map of the
PetersburgNEXT Comprehensive Plan. Community Mixed-Used areas are described as centers of

commerce and amenities which create a vibrant street life and contribute to Petersburg’s
overall economy. According to the plan “these areas are walkable, dense, and interconnected
environments of entertainment, shopping, personal services, restaurants, hotels, offices, the
arts, and residential use.”
Primary land uses in Community Mixed-Use areas include infill development, hospitality uses,
multi-family dwellings, offices, personal services, and small commercial uses. Development
principles for Community Mixed-Use areas include use of compact development patterns,
provision of trails, bike routes, and recreational amenities, and preservation of open space and
the existing tree canopy.
The property is also located on one of the city’s main corridors. The Comprehensive Plan states
that these corridors are important travel routes and commercial destinations which strongly
influence the city’s “accessibility, attractiveness, and economic vitality,” It goes on to say
“Corridors are not only passageways through Petersburg but are defined places that should be
managed to maximize their potential to not only invite visitors in, but welcome them to stay.”
Improving the conditions, character, and quality of these corridors should be a primary planning
focus.

PUBLIC INPUT:
As of the writing of this report, staff have received no telephone calls, emails, or letters in
support of or in opposition to the request.

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POSSIBLE CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL:
Should the special use permit be approved, Planning staff would recommend the following
conditions of approval:
1. The site shall be developed in substantial conformance with the application and
Architectural Site Plan prepared by Purecraft Homes titled “601 Wythe St Service
Center” dated December 31, 2025. This shall include the following:
a. All site improvements shown on the site plan, including the parking lot repairs,
landscape screening, lighting, and on-site amenities shall be in place prior to the
issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the facility.
b. The facility shall adhere to the “Operational & Use Restriction” section, including
restrictions on storage, hours of operation, hazardous materials, and noise levels.
c. The parking area shall be reserved for employees and visitors; vehicles shall not
be stored on the site overnight.
d. All vehicle service uses shall be occur within the existing building.
2. The business shall be limited to routine service and maintenance uses and shall not
include vehicle sales, storage or sales of tires, towing or storage of vehicles, or vehicle
repair consisting of the serving or rebuilding of engines and transmissions, vehicle
suspensions, vehicle electrical, hydraulic, or fuel systems, or the provision of major
overhauls and maintenance.
3. The expansion of the building footprint or the addition of any uses beyond what is
defined in the application and plans or otherwise allowed by-right in the B-2, General
Commercial Zoning District, shall require a new special use permit.
4. In addition to the landscape plantings shown on the site plan, landscape plantings shall
be provided along the South Old Church Street frontage where possible; plantings shall
be subject to review and approval by the City Arborist and shall be installed prior to the
issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the facility.
5. The property shall be kept and maintained in a clean, orderly manner; no open, outdoor
storage of materials, including tires, is permitted.
6. The existing nonconforming sign on the site shall be removed as part of site
development. Any new signage will be permitted in compliance with the requirements
of the Zoning Ordinance.
7. Any new owner or operator of the property must certify with the Zoning Administrator
that the party will be undertaking the same or like endeavor and that their operation
will remain in compliance with the approved Special Use Permit.
8. The permit may be revoked by the City of Petersburg City Council or its designated agent
for failure by the applicant(s) to comply with any of the listed conditions or any provision
of Federal, State, or local regulations

RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends denial of the special use permit as presented.

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While the application and plans provided indicate a willingness to mitigate the impacts of the
use through modest streetscape and site improvements, the applicant has repeatedly
mentioned use of the site for sales, storage, and repair as an extension of his existing business
at 610 East Washington Street during conversations with staff. If the special use permit is
approved and the applicant does not abide by the conditions of approval, compliance would
have to be pursued through a violation process which could be timely.
Additionally, the proposed use does not appear to align with the guidance of the Comprehensive
Plan, particularly in a Community Mixed-Use area along a major corridor. Uses in the Community
Mixed-Use areas should promote vibrancy with a focus on serving residents and visitors in a
pedestrian-oriented way. The plan emphasizes the need to improve the character of major
corridors and calls for maximizing potential of properties in terms of attractiveness and
economic vitality. The surrounding area already includes several vehicle repair, sales, and
service facilities and while the proposed use could be viewed as a personal service, staff believe
this site would be better suited for one of the primary uses identified in the Comprehensive Plan
as appropriate for Community Mixed-Use areas.

ATTACHMENTS
Presentation
Resolution
Application
Location Map
Architectural Site Plan and Renderings
Zoning Map
Future Land Use Map
Comprehensive Plan Excerpt – Community Mixed-Use
List of Adjoining Property Owners

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PLANNING
COMMISSION
MEETING
FEBRUARY 5,
2026

Consideration of a resolution recommending
approval of a request by Ibrahim Al Tamimy, on
behalf of 601 E Wyth St LLC, for a special use
permit to operate a stand-alone vehicle repair
shop at 601 East Wythe Street, Parcel ID
012270012, in the B-2, General Commercial
Zoning District

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Subject Property

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Request and Background
• Subject property is 0.23 acres located in B-2, General
Commercial District
• Applicant seeking to operate stand-alone vehicle repair shop
in existing ~1,500 s.f. building
• Legal nonconforming status for former shop on property
expired and special use permit is required
• Special use permits may be granted public health, safety,
and welfare will not be adversely affected and if safeguards
are in place to protect surrounding property, persons, and
neighborhood values
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Application and Plans
•Application accompanied by layout and elevation plans
• Proposed site improvements include repaving/resurfacing and striping
parking area, shrubs along Wythe Street frontage, lighting, and benches
• Repairs to building, but no expansion of footprint
• Existing site entrances to be used
•Plans include notes on compliance and use limitations:
• No vehicle repair, meaning only servicing (lubricants, inspections, etc.)
• No outdoor storage of materials, equipment, or vehicles
• Daytime hours of operation and compliance with noise ordinance

•Application notes use would be similar to existing business at 610 East
Washington

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Adjoining Zoning/Uses

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Comprehensive Plan
Considerations
•Designated as Community Mixed-Use on Future Land Use Map;
• Centers of commerce and amenities which create a vibrant street life
and contribute to Petersburg’s overall economy
• “Walkable, dense, and interconnected environments of
entertainment, shopping, personal services, restaurants, hotels,
offices, the arts, and residential use”
• Land uses encouraged include hospitality uses, multi-family
dwellings, offices, personal services, and small commercial uses
•Property located on designated corridor:
• Corridors are defined places that strongly influence city’s
“accessibility, attractiveness, and economic vitality”
• Corridors can vary depending on surrounding uses, but improving
the conditions, character, and quality of these corridors should be a
primary planning focus
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Staff Considerations
•City Council has emphasized the need to improve major corridors and
gateways by limiting uses with negative visual impacts and encouraging
uses that revitalize the corridors
• There are several vehicle repair and sales facilities in the vicinity on East
Wythe and Washinton Streets which create an impact on the character
of the corridor
•Existing building needs significant repairs before being safely operational

•Inconsistencies between application and use described by applicant:
• Plans indicate no vehicle storage, but applicant has described proposed
business as extension of his facilities at 610 East Washington Street
• Plans state only proactive vehicle servicing would occur (e.g. lubrication,
inspections, etc.) while applicant has indicated desire for additional uses
such as repair, tire sales, car sales

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Conditions for Consideration
1.

The site shall be developed in substantial conformance with the application and
Architectural Site Plan prepared by Purecraft Homes titled “601 Wythe St Service
Center” dated December 31, 2025. This shall include the following:
a) All site improvements shown on the site plan, including the parking lot
repairs, landscape screening, lighting, and on-site amenities shall be in place
prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the facility.
b) The facility shall adhere to the “Operational & Use Restriction” section,
including restrictions on storage, hours of operation, hazardous materials,
and noise levels.
c) The parking area shall be reserved for employees and visitors; vehicles shall
not be stored on the site overnight.
d) All vehicle service uses shall be occur within the existing building.

2.

The business shall be limited to routine service and maintenance uses and shall
not include vehicle sales, storage or sales of tires, towing or storage of vehicles,
or vehicle repair consisting of the serving or rebuilding of engines and
transmissions, vehicle suspensions, vehicle electrical, hydraulic, or fuel systems,
or the provision of major overhauls and maintenance.

3.

The expansion of the building footprint or the addition of any uses beyond what
is defined in the application and plans or otherwise allowed by-right in the B-2,
General Commercial Zoning District, shall require a new special use permit.
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Conditions cont.
4.

In addition to the landscape plantings shown on the site plan, landscape
plantings shall be provided along the South Old Church Street frontage
where possible; plantings shall be subject to review and approval by the
City Arborist and shall be installed prior to the issuance of a certificate
of occupancy for the facility.

5.

The property shall be kept and maintained in a clean, orderly manner;
no open, outdoor storage of materials, including tires, is permitted.

6.

The existing nonconforming sign on the site shall be removed as part of
site development. Any new signage will be permitted in compliance
with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.

7.

Any new owner or operator of the property must certify with the Zoning
Administrator that the party will be undertaking the same or like
endeavor and that their operation will remain in compliance with the
approved Special Use Permit.

8.

A permit may be revoked by the City of Petersburg City Council or its
designated agent for failure by the applicant(s) to comply with any of
the listed conditions or any provision of Federal, State, or local
regulations.
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Planning Commission Options
•Recommend approval of special use permit with conditions as
drafted
•Recommend approval of special use permit with amended
conditions
•Recommend denial of the special use permit
Staff recommendation: Denial of special use permit based on
Comprehensive Plan guidance and concerns over impacts to
surrounding area and corridor

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A RESOLUTION RECOMMENDING APPROVAL OF A PETITION FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO OPERATE
A STAND-ALONE VEHICLE REPAIR SHOP AT 601 EAST WYTHE STREET PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
012270012 IN THE B-2, GENERAL COMMERCIAL ZONING DISTRICT

WHEREAS, the City of Petersburg Zoning Ordinance establishes zoning districts and permitted uses
within each district, including uses subject to the approval of a special use permit; and
WHEREAS, the City received a petition from Ibrahim Al Tamimy, on behalf of 601 E Wyth St LLC, owner
of 601 property at East Wythe Street, located in the B-2, General Commercial Zoning District for a
special use permit to operate a stand-alone vehicle repair shop pursuant to Article 23, Section 4 of the
Zoning Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the applicant will be improving the existing parking area and providing plantings and lighting
along the street frontage; and
WHEREAS, the applicant intends to develop the subject property in accordance with the application and
architectural site plan entitled “601 Wythe St Service Center" dated December 31, 2025, including
limitations on the intensity of the use and storage of vehicles on site; and
WHEREAS, the Comprehensive Plan designates the property as Community Mixed-Use on the Future
Land Use Map and the property is within a designated corridor; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission have considered a number of conditions as listed below to mitigate
potential adverse impacts to surrounding properties and general welfare; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of Titles 15.2-2204 and 15.2-2285 of the Code of Virginia, as
amended, a public hearing was advertised and held, in accordance with applicable laws;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Planning Commission does hereby recommend approval of a
petition for a Special Use Permit to operate a stand-alone vehicle repair shop at 601 East Wythe Street
subject to the following conditions:
1. The site shall be developed in substantial conformance with the application and Architectural
Site Plan prepared by Purecraft Homes titled “601 Wythe St Service Center” dated December 31,
2025. This shall include the following:
a. All site improvements shown on the site plan, including the parking lot repairs,
landscape screening, lighting, and on-site amenities shall be in place prior to the
issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the facility.
b. The facility shall adhere to the “Operational & Use Restriction” section, including
restrictions on storage, hours of operation, hazardous materials, and noise levels.
c. The parking area shall be reserved for employees and visitors; vehicles shall not be
stored on the site overnight.
2. All vehicle service uses shall be occur within the existing building.
3. The business shall be limited to routine service and maintenance uses and shall not include
vehicle sales, storage or sales of tires, towing or storage of vehicles, or vehicle repair consisting
of the serving or rebuilding of engines and transmissions, vehicle suspensions, vehicle electrical,
hydraulic, or fuel systems, or the provision of major overhauls and maintenance.

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4. The expansion of the building footprint or the addition of any uses beyond what is defined in the
application and plans or otherwise allowed by-right in the B-2, General Commercial Zoning
District, shall require a new special use permit.
5. In addition to the landscape plantings shown on the site plan, landscape plantings shall be
provided along the South Old Church Street frontage where possible; plantings shall be subject
to review and approval by the City Arborist and shall be installed prior to the issuance of a
certificate of occupancy for the facility.
6. The property shall be kept and maintained in a clean, orderly manner; no open, outdoor storage
of materials, including tires, is permitted.
7. The existing nonconforming sign on the site shall be removed as part of site development. Any
new signage will be permitted in compliance with the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
8. Any new owner or operator of the property must certify with the Zoning Administrator that the
party will be undertaking the same or like endeavor and that their operation will remain in
compliance with the approved Special Use Permit.
9. The permit may be revoked by the City of Petersburg City Council or its designated agent for
failure by the applicant(s) to comply with any of the listed conditions or any provision of Federal,
State, or local regulation.

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Petersbug, Virginia
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City Boundary
Parcels

Title:

Date: 1/26/2026

DISCLAIMER:This drawing is neither a legally recorded map nor a survey and is not intended to be used as such. The
information displayed is a compilation of records,information, and data obtained from various sources, and City of
Petersburg is not responsible for its accuracy or how current it may be.

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MEMBER NUMBER: 7cc5c8b5f1
ISSUED FOR PERMIT REVIEW

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CLIENT
IBRAHIM AL TAMIMY
[email protected]
(804)661-5366

RESIDENTIAL
DESIGNER
MARLOW JONES, JR
[email protected]
(757)504-0223

name
address
phone

CONTRACTOR

COPYRIGHT NOTICE © 2025 PURECRAFT HOMES. THESE DESIGNS ARE THE PROPERTY OF THE DESIGNER AND MAY NOT BE REPRODUCED, MODIFIED, OR USED WITHOUT WRITTEN CONSENT. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

601 WYTHE ST SERVICE CENTER
2025-068
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12/31/2025

601 E WYTHE STREET, PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA 23803

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THESE DRAWINGS ESTABLISH THE COLLABORATIVE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE DESIGNER AND THE CLIENT,
WITH THE DESIGNER PROVIDING CREATIVE SOLUTIONS AND EXPERTISE TO FULFILL THE CLIENT’S VISION AND
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.

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Door Type (see door schedule)

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Window Type (see window schedule)

2. ALL CONSTRUCTION WORK SHALL BE DONE IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE BUILDING CODES AND
ORDINANCES OR AGENCIES HAVING JURISDICTION OVER THIS PROJECT.
4. ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN PROJECT SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION TO PROTECT PERSONNEL, TENANTS,
AND BUILDING OCCUPANTS. REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE, BUT SHALL NOT BE LIMITED TO OSHA PART 1926 LATEST
EDITION.
5. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL ARRANGE ALL INSPECTIONS AND TESTS AS SPECIFIED OR REQUIRED BY
THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT AND SHALL PAY ALL COSTS AND FEES FOR SAME. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL SECURE
ALL BUILDING PERMITS AND UPON COMPLETION OF THE PROJECT (PRIOR TO FINAL PAYMENT) DELIVER TO THE
OWNER A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY OR USE FROM THE BUILDING DEPARTMENT.
6. ALL PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL WORK SHALL BE PERFORMED BY STATE LICENSED CONTRACTORS.
CONTRACTORS SHALL SUBMIT ALL REQUIRED PERMITS, CERTIFICATES, AND SIGN-OFFS TO OWNER AND
RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER FOR THEIR RECORDS.

8. CONTRACTOR SHALL FIELD VERIFY ALL MEASUREMENTS, LOCATIONS, AND CHARACTERISTICS OF ALL WORK
AND EQUIPMENT (WHETHER SUPPLIED BY THE OWNER OR OTHERS) WITH THE SUPPLIER OR MANUFACTURER
PRIOR TO THE START OF RELATED WORK.

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11. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL KEEP THE CONSTRUCTION SITE FREE AND CLEAR OF ALL DEBRIS AND
KEEP OUT ALL UNAUTHORIZED PERSONS. UPON COMPLETION OF WORK, THE ENTIRE CONSTRUCTION AREA IS TO
BE THOROUGHLY CLEANED AND PREPARED FOR OCCUPANCY BY OWNER. ALL MATERIALS AND DEBRIS RESULTING
FROM THE CONTRACTOR'S WORK SHALL BE REMOVED FROM THE SITE AND DISPOSED OF PROPERLY. CARE SHALL
BE TAKEN DURING CONSTRUCTION THAT NO DEBRIS OR MATERIALS ARE DEPOSITED IN ANY RIGHT OF WAY AREA.
12. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR PROTECTING ALL EXISTING AND NEW CONDITIONS
AND MATERIALS ON THE SITE. ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY OR DURING THE EXECUTION OF THE WORK IS THE
CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY AND SHALL BE REPAIRED TO THE OWNER'S SATISFACTION AT THE
CONTRACTOR'S EXPENSE.
13. ANY VARIATIONS FROM INDICATED DIMENSIONS OR CONDITIONS SHALL BE BROUGHT TO THE IMMEDIATE
ATTENTION OF THE RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER.
14. NO CHANGES ARE TO BE MADE WITHOUT THE APPROVAL OF THE RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER.
15. NO CUTTING OR DAMAGE TO BUILDING STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS
AUTHORIZATION FROM THE RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER.

WILL BE ALLOWED WITHOUT WRITTEN

16. PROVIDE BRACING, BLOCKING, AND/OR STRUCTURE AS REQUIRED TO FACILITATE INSTALLATION OF ALL
WALL AND MILLWORK MOUNTED EQUIPMENT, IN NEW AND EXISTING WALLS.THE
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR DETERMINING THE SUPPORT REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN THE INTEGRITY OF THE WALLS AND
THE SECURITY OF THE EQUIPMENT.
17. ALL WOOD BLOCKING SHALL BE FIRE RETARDANT TREATED. PROVIDE WOOD BLOCKING IN ALL STUD WALLS
AT MILLWORK AND SPECIAL ITEM ANCHORING POINTS. WOOD BLOCKING SHALL BEMOISTURE
MOISTURE TREATED IF
LOCATED IN DAMP LOCATIONS OR ADJACENT TO CONCRETE OR MASONRY CONSTRUCTION . IF WOOD BLOCKING
IS NOT PERMITTED BY CODE, THEN METAL STRIPS SHALL BE USED.
18. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR FIELD DIMENSIONS OF ALL MILLWORK, GLASS, DOOR OPENINGS,
AND OTHER STRUCTURES PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF FABRICATION.
19. ALL WORK SHALL CONFORM IN QUALITY TO ACCEPTED INDUSTRY STANDARDS. ALL MILLWORK SHALL
CONFORM TO A.W.I. PREMIUM GRADE STANDARDS, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
20. THE MATERIALS USED FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SPACE SHALL NOT CONTAIN ASBESTOS, P.C.B, OR ANY OTHER
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OF ANY TYPE. MANUFACTURERS' NAMES AND TRADEMARKS SHALL NOT BE
PROMINENTLY VISIBLE TO THE PUBLIC.
21. ALL WALLS TO BE LAID OUT AT 90-DEGREE ANGLES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
22. THE SCOPE OF WORK OF ALL TRADES IS TO INCLUDE ALL MATERIALS AND LABOR REQUIRED TO TOTALLY
COMPLETE THE PROJECT AND BE FUNCTIONALLY CONSISTENT WITH THE DESIGN INTENT AS EXPRESSED IN THE
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS.
23. ALL UTILITIES SHALL BE CONNECTED TO PROVIDE GAS, ELECTRIC, AND WATER TO ALL EQUIPMENT
WHETHER SAID EQUIPMENT IS IN CONTRACT OR NOT. EQUIPMENT SHALL BE GUARANTEED TO FUNCTION
PROPERLY UPON COMPLETION.
24. ALL APPLIANCES, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, HARDWARE, ETC. SHALL BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH
MANUFACTURER'S SPECIFICATIONS AND PROCEDURES.
25. THERMOSTATS SHALL NOT BE LOCATED IN THE CENTER OF A WALL, ON AN ACCENT/SPECIALTY WALL, OR IN A
LOCATION WHICH CONFLICTS WITH FURNISHINGS WITHOUT THE ARCHITECT'S APPROVAL.
26. WRITTEN WORDS TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER DRAWN LINES. LARGE-SCALE DETAILS AND PLANS TAKE
PRECEDENCE OVER SMALLER DETAILS AND PLANS.
27. MINOR DETAILS NOT USUALLY SHOWN OR SPECIFIED BUT NECESSARY FOR PROPER AND ACCEPTABLE
CONSTRUCTION, INSTALLATION, OR OPERATION OF ANY PART OF THE WORK AS DETERMINED BY THE RESIDENTIAL
DESIGNER SHALL BE INCLUDED IN THE WORK AS INDICATED ON THE DRAWINGS.
28. ALL ARCHITECTURAL DRAWINGS AND CONSTRUCTION NOTES ARE COMPLIMENTARY. WHAT IS INDICATED AND
CALLED FOR BY ONE SHALL BE BINDING AS THOUGH CALLED FOR BY ALL. NO DEVIATION FROM THE DRAWINGS
SHALL BE MADE WITHOUT THE RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION.
29. ALL WORK SHALL BE GUARANTEED FOR ONE YEAR AFTER FINAL APPROVAL. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR
SHALL SIGN THE WRITTEN GUARANTEE AS PROVIDED BY THE OWNER. THE GUARANTEE SHALL COVER ALL
GENERAL AND SUBCONTRACTOR WORK. ALL DEFECTS DISCOVERED DURING THIS PERIOD SHALL BE REPAIRED TO
THE OWNER'S SATISFACTION AT THE CONTRACTOR'S EXPENSE.
30. ALL DIMENSIONS ARE TO FACE OF STUD OR CENTERLINE OF STRUCTURE UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.
31. DOOR AND WINDOW DETAILS ARE INDICATED ON THE DOOR AND WINDOW SCHEDULES. DOOR AND WINDOW
DIMENSIONS ARE TO CENTERLINES OF UNITS UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED.

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THE PROJECT INCLUDES THE ADAPTIVE REUSE OF AN EXISTING
COMMERCIAL BUILDING TO OPERATE AS A SERVICE CENTER
AT 601 E WYTHE STREET, PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA. WORK
INCLUDES SITE IMPROVEMENTS SUCH AS RESURFACING AND
STRIPING OF THE PARKING AREA, INSTALLATION OF
FRONTAGE LANDSCAPING AND BEAUTIFICATION ELEMENTS,
AND THE ADDITION OF PEDESTRIAN-SCALE SITE LIGHTING TO
ENHANCE SAFETY AND VISUAL QUALITY. MINOR EXTERIOR
AND INTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS MAY BE PERFORMED AS
REQUIRED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, WITH NO EXPANSION OF
THE BUILDING FOOTPRINT OR OUTDOOR STORAGE PROPOSED.

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9. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL LAY OUT ALL WORK AND BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL DIMENSIONS AND
CONDITIONS FOR TRADES SUCH AS ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, ETC.
10. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR/CONSTRUCTION MANAGER SHALL PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ACCESS TO THE
PREMISES AT ALL TIMES.

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7. THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS, BE FAMILIAR WITH THE EXISTING CONDITIONS,
AND BRING ANY DISCREPANCIES TO THE ATTENTION OF THE ARCHITECT PRIOR TO SUBMISSION OF CONSTRUCTION
PROPOSAL AND BEFORE COMMENCEMENT OF THE WORK. THE DRAWINGS REFLECT CONDITIONS REASONABLY
INFERRED FROM THE EXISTING VISIBLE CONDITIONS BUT CANNOT GUARANTEED BY THE RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER.
DRAWINGS MAY BE SCALED FOR ESTIMATING PURPOSES AND FOR GENERAL REFERENCE ONLY. FOR ALL OTHER
DIMENSIONS OR LOCATIONS CONSULT THE RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER OR REFER TO DIMENSIONS ON DRAWINGS.
VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS IN THE FIELD.

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IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CODE OF VIRGINIA § 54.1-402, A
LICENSED ARCHITECT IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THE DESIGN OF
SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES, DUPLEXES, OR OTHER RESIDENTIAL
STRUCTURES OF UP TO TWO STORIES. THESE DRAWINGS HAVE
BEEN PREPARED BY A QUALIFIED RESIDENTIAL DESIGNER AND
ARE INTENDED FOR USE WITHIN THE SCOPE OF RESIDENTIAL
PROJECTS AS PERMITTED BY VIRGINIA LAW.

601 E WYTHE STREET, PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA 23803

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GENERAL PROJECT NOTES
THIS SITE PLAN IS SUBMITTED IN SUPPORT OF A SPECIAL USE PERMIT (SUP) FOR A SERVICE CENTER USE AT 601 E
WYTHE STREET, PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA.
THE PROPOSED SERVICE CENTER IS A LOW-IMPACT COMMERCIAL USE CONSISTING OF OFFICE-BASED AND LIGHT
SERVICE OPERATIONS.
ALL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE SHALL OCCUR ENTIRELY WITHIN THE EXISTING BUILDING.
NO EXPANSION OF THE EXISTING BUILDING FOOTPRINT IS PROPOSED UNDER THIS APPLICATION.
THE PROPOSED USE IS COMPATIBLE WITH SURROUNDING COMMERCIAL AND MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT ALONG THE
CORRIDOR.

SITE LAYOUT, ACCESS, & PARKING
EXISTING PAVED AREAS WILL BE REPAIRED, RESURFACED, AND RESTRIPED TO ACCOMMODATE EMPLOYEE AND
VISITOR PARKING AS SHOWN.
PARKING SPACES ARE INTENDED FOR STANDARD PASSENGER VEHICLES ONLY.
NO LOADING DOCKS, TRUCK BAYS, FLEET STORAGE, OR HEAVY VEHICLE CIRCULATION IS PROPOSED.
SITE ACCESS SHALL UTILIZE EXISTING CURB CUTS; NO NEW CURB CUTS ARE PROPOSED UNLESS REQUIRED BY THE
CITY.
VEHICULAR CIRCULATION IS DESIGNED TO ALLOW SAFE AND EFFICIENT INGRESS AND EGRESS TO PUBLIC RIGHTSOF-WAY.

LANDSCAPING & BEAUTIFICATION
LANDSCAPING IMPROVEMENTS ARE PROPOSED ALONG THE STREET FRONTAGE TO ENHANCE THE SITE’S VISUAL
APPEARANCE AND STREETSCAPE CHARACTER.

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601 WYTHE ST SERVICE CENTER
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PROPOSED LANDSCAPING SHALL INCLUDE NATIVE AND URBAN-TOLERANT TREE SPECIES SUITABLE FOR STREET AND
COMMERCIAL ENVIRONMENTS.
99' - 0"

ACCEPTABLE TREE SPECIES MAY INCLUDE WILLOW OAK (QUERCUS PHELLOS), NUTTALL OAK (QUERCUS TEXANA),
OVERCUP OAK (QUERCUS LYRATA), RED MAPLE (ACER RUBRUM), DISEASE-RESISTANT AMERICAN ELM (ULMUS
AMERICANA CULTIVARS), EASTERN REDBUD (CERCIS CANADENSIS), SERVICEBERRY (AMELANCHIER CANADENSIS),
SWEETBAY MAGNOLIA (MAGNOLIA VIRGINIANA), OR CRAPE MYRTLE (TREE FORM), SUBJECT TO CITY APPROVAL.

8' - 0"

APPROX. PROP. LINE

ALL LANDSCAPING SHALL BE INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH CITY STANDARDS AND BEST
PRACTICES.

5' - 0"

26' - 0"

16' - 0"

601 E WYTHE STREET, PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA 23803

SHRUBS AND GROUNDCOVER PLANTINGS SHALL BE LOW-MAINTENANCE AND ARRANGED TO PROVIDE SCREENING,
SHADE, AND AESTHETIC ENHANCEMENT.

EXISTING BUILDING

LIGHTING & SAFETY
SITE LIGHTING IS PROPOSED TO ENHANCE PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICULAR SAFETY AND SECURITY.
ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTING SHALL BE DOWNWARD-DIRECTED, SHIELDED, AND NON-GLARE
PRODUCING TO MINIMIZE IMPACTS ON ADJACENT PROPERTIES.
NO FLASHING, ANIMATED, OR EXCESSIVELY BRIGHT LIGHTING IS PROPOSED.
24' - 0"

HOURS OF OPERATION SHALL BE LIMITED TO STANDARD DAYTIME BUSINESS HOURS.
NO OUTDOOR STORAGE OF MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT, OR VEHICLES IS PERMITTED.

NEW ASPHALT PAVING

NO VEHICLE REPAIR, MECHANICAL WORK, MANUFACTURING, OR INDUSTRIAL PROCESSING SHALL OCCUR ON SITE.

PARKING SPACE, TYP

98' - 10 1/2"

APPROX. PROP. LINE

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10' - 0"

NO HAZARDOUS MATERIALS SHALL BE STORED OR USED ON THE PROPERTY BEYOND TYPICAL OFFICE OR SERVICERELATED SUPPLIES.
NOISE LEVELS GENERATED BY THE USE SHALL BE CONSISTENT WITH THOSE OF A SMALL OFFICE OR PROFESSIONAL
SERVICE USE.
APPROVED TREE
SPECIES

COMPLIANCE NOTES

18' - 0"

Revisions

6' - 0"4"

NEW SHRUBS

ALL SITE IMPROVEMENTS SHALL COMPLY WITH APPLICABLE CITY OF PETERSBURG ZONING, BUILDING, FIRE, AND
ACCESSIBILITY CODES.

LANDSCAPE
LIGHTING POLE, TYP
Notes

24' - 0"
ANY FUTURE MODIFICATIONS TO SITE LAYOUT, PARKING, LIGHTING, LANDSCAPING, OR USE SHALL REQUIRE CITY
REVIEW AND APPROVAL.

1. PERMIT DRAWINGS
2.
3.

Scale

THIS SITE PLAN IS SUBMITTED FOR ZONING AND PLANNING APPROVAL PURPOSES AND DOES NOT SUPERSEDE
DETAILED CONSTRUCTION OR ENGINEERING DOCUMENTS.

EXISTING UTILITY POLE

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ARCHITECTURAL RENDERING NOTES
RENDERINGS ARE CONCEPTUAL AND ILLUSTRATE THE INTENDED ARCHITECTURAL CHARACTER,
SITE ENHANCEMENTS, AND BEAUTIFICATION IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE PROPOSED SERVICE
CENTER.
THE BUILDING DESIGN REFLECTS A LOW-PROFILE, MODERN COMMERCIAL AESTHETIC
COMPATIBLE WITH THE SURROUNDING CORRIDOR.
FRONTAGE LANDSCAPING INCLUDES NATIVE AND URBAN-TOLERANT TREES, SHRUBS, AND
GROUNDCOVER TO ENHANCE STREETSCAPE APPEARANCE AND SOFTEN SITE EDGES.
PAVED PARKING AREAS ARE IMPROVED TO CREATE AN ORGANIZED, CLEAN, AND VISUALLY
COHESIVE SITE.
PEDESTRIAN-SCALE, DOWNWARD-DIRECTED LIGHTING IS PROVIDED TO ENHANCE SAFETY,
VISIBILITY, AND SITE CHARACTER.
STREETSCAPE ELEMENTS AND PLANTINGS ARE INTENDED TO SUPPORT CITY BEAUTIFICATION
GOALS AND NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION.

601 E WYTHE STREET, PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA 23803

601 WYTHE ST SERVICE CENTER
2025-068

MEMBER NUMBER: 7cc5c8b5f1

Project No.

250068

12/31/2025
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3.

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RENDERINGS

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601 E WYTHE STREET, PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA 23803

601 WYTHE ST SERVICE CENTER
2025-068

MEMBER NUMBER: 7cc5c8b5f1

Project No.

250068

12/31/2025
Revisions

Notes
1. PERMIT DRAWINGS
2.
3.

Scale

ARCHITECTURAL
RENDERINGS

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STAMP/SEAL

601 E WYTHE STREET, PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA 23803

601 WYTHE ST SERVICE CENTER
2025-068

MEMBER NUMBER: 7cc5c8b5f1

Project No.

250068

12/31/2025
Revisions

Notes
1. PERMIT DRAWINGS
2.
3.

Scale

ARCHITECTURAL
RENDERINGS

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Petersbug, Virginia
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City Boundary
Parcels

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Title:

Date: 1/25/2026

DISCLAIMER:This drawing is neither a legally recorded map nor a survey and is not intended to be used as such. The
information displayed is a compilation of records,information, and data obtained from various sources, and City of
Petersburg is not responsible for its accuracy or how current it may be.

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CITY OF PETERSBURG
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COMMUNITY MIXED-USE
Community mixed-use areas are centers
of commerce and amenities for Petersburg
residents and visitors alike. These areas
are walkable, dense, and interconnected
environments of entertainment, shopping,
personal services, restaurants, hotels, o ices,
the arts, and residential uses. While the
footprint of community mixed-use areas should
not expand in a manner that overwhelms or
endangers historic core neighborhoods or
conservation areas, their use and intensity
may expand in ways that are compatible
with Petersburg’s historic and architectural
character and urban form. Community
mixed-use areas are appropriate areas for
commercial uses that are pedestrian-oriented,
enhance a vibrant street life, and contribute
to Petersburg’s overall economy. These areas
should also integrate pocket parks, street trees,
and urban gardens to promote an aesthetically
pleasing streetscape and promote air quality
and temperature reductions within identified
heat islands.
In some community-mixed use areas, such as
Old Towne, there may be few opportunities
for new development. Therefore, adaptive
reuse and infill are most likely to occur and
be most appropriate given the historic context
of the area. Any investment, however, should
ensure the preservation of historic structures
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and continue the architectural character of the
surrounding area. Renovations, infill, and new
construction within designated Local Historic
Districts should confrom to the Historic District
Design Guidelines and decisions of the ARB.
Where development and redevelopment occur
within a quarter of a mile of a designated
historic district, but are not regulated under
historic district overlays, adherence to the
City's Historic District Design Guidelines
should be considered.

Primary Land Uses
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Adaptive reuse
Infill development
Community hubs
Hospitality-oriented uses (e.g., hotels,
boutiques, galleries, restaurants)
Live-work units
Medical clinics (e.g., dentists, doctors,
therapists)
Multi-family residential dwellings
O ices
Parks and recreational spaces
Personal services (e.g., hair salons,
laundromats, pharmacies)
Places of worship
Small commercial (e.g., banks, specialty
food stores)
Small-scale manufacturing (e.g., makers’
spaces, studios, microbreweries)
Uses compatible48with Fort GreggAdams

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Planning + Development Principles
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Compact development patterns,
including cluster and traditional
neighborhood development, are
encouraged.
Connect existing and established
new trails, bicycle routes, and other
recreational amenities.
Incorporate use of public art, amenities
(i.e., benches, trash cans, street trees),
and wayfinding signage to orient
visitors and create a sense of place.
Implement tra ic calming measures.
Incorporate high-quality materials for all
buildings.
Open space should be integrated
and provide for community spaces
well-defined by streets and adjacent
buildings.
Preservation, renovation, reuse, and
adaptive use of existing structures is
encouraged.
Preserve the existing tree canopy
wherever possible and include native
plantings when new landscaping is
necessary.

PROPERTY ADDRESS
601 E WYTHE ST
23 S LITTLE CHURCH
613 E WYTHE ST
602 E WYTHE ST
612 E WYTHE ST
555 E WYTHE ST
548 E WYTHE ST
622 E WYTHE ST

OWNER
601 E WYTH ST LLC
ANAND M.S. MONICA ROYAL INN MOTEL
BETHANY BAPTIST CHURCH TRUSTEE
BHASIN VEENA
BHASIN VEENA
KHUZDAR LLC
MORRISON AND MARY BOATRIGHT
TRP WYTHE STREET OWNER LLC

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MAILING ADDRESS
12803 NIGHTINGALE DRIVE
11806 MIDDLE COFF DR
PO BOX 69
602 E WYTHE ST
602 E WYTHE ST
18099 SW 54TH ST
548 E WYTHE ST
11100 W BROAD ST

CITY, STATE, ZIP
CHESTER, VA 23836
CHESTER, VA 23836
PETERSBURG, VA 23804
PETERSBURG, VA 23803
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PETERSBURG, VA 23803
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