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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Actions 10-19-26 City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL 2:00 PM AGENDA The City of Roanoke is a safe, caring and economically vibrant community in which to live, learn, work, play and prosper. A vibrant urban center with strong neighborhoods set amongst the spectacular beauty of Virginia's Blue Ridge. NOTICE: City Council meetings will be televised live and replayed on RVTV Channel 3 on Thursdays at 7:00 pm, and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm; and video streamed through YouTube Live at youtube.com/RoanokeVa. Council meetings are offered with closed captioning for the deaf or hard of hearing. 1. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Alexander MacPhail, Rector, Christ Episcopal Church. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Welcome ANNOUNCEMENTS: 2. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: A proclamation declaring October 25 - 31, 2026 as National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. Mayor Cobb read and presented the proclamation to Desi Wynter, Housing Programs and Policy Manager, and Katie Kennedy, Lead Safe Roanoke Program Manager and staff in attendance. The Mayor advised that going forward, the 2:00 pm meeting would begin with the Council Members providing "shout-outs" or announcing community events recently attended. The Council Members made the following announcements: Council Member Nash “shouted out” the Excel Center located in Melrose Plaza and commented that they hosted a meeting to recruit more adult learners seeking high school diplomas. Council Member Volosin “shouted out” Senator Warner and Feeding Page 1 of 135 Southwest VA and asked everyone to make a donation to the food pantry. Council Member Powers "shouted-out" the Melrose Branch Library Fall Festival and the Fire-EMS department who visited local schools to educate them on fire safety. Council Member Hagen “shouted out” the Bear Theatre production of Death by Design, a murder mystery comedy written by local playwright Stacy Upton. Council Member Sanchez-Jones "shouted out" GO Fest organizers and the Champs Boxing Gym for a successful event this past weekend. Vice-Mayor McGuire "shouted out" the GO Fest organizers, thanked poll workers for their hard work and advised that early voting has begun. Mayor Cobb "shouted out" the Blue Ridge Literacy annual celebration and encouraged everyone to get the booklet produced titled "Writing from the Heart." 3. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: The City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. If deemed appropriate, matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to the City Council. Kimberly Tulou, appeared before the Council representing PedalSafe ROA with several requests for the Council to reinforce the safe routes to school initiative and the Safety Action Plan previously adopted. 4. CONSENT AGENDA: (APPROVED 6-0, Council Member Sanchez-Jones was not present when the vote was recorded) C-1. A communication from Mayor Joseph L. Cobb, Chair, Roanoke City Council Personnel Committee, requesting that Council convene in a closed meeting to discuss annual performance evaluations of Council-Appointed Officers, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Concurred in the request. C-2. A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney regarding the City's rights, obligations, and risks under applicable Virginia statutes governing employee relations, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(8), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Concurred in the request. C-3. A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning contract obligations involving a City-owned facility in the Central part of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(8), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Concurred in the request. Page 2 of 135 C-4. Reports of qualification of Jeffrey Wood as a member of the Youth Services Citizen Board for a three-year term of office commencing July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2029; and Timothy Parry as a member of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals for a term of office ending June 30, 2029. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Received and filed. REGULAR AGENDA: 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. 6. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS: Presentation of the Roanoke Cultural Endowment Update. Shaleen Powell, Executive Director, Roanoke Cultural Endowment, Spokesperson. (Sponsored by Mayor Cobb and Council Member Volosin) Received and filed. 7. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICERS AND THE CITY MANAGER: 1. City Manager: BRIEFING: Arts and Culture Plan 2026 - 15 minutes. ITEMS RECOMMENDED FOR ACTION: a. Acceptance and appropriation of the FY2027 Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Highway Safety Grant - Roanoke Traffic Safety Awareness Campaign. Adopted Ordinance No. 43483-101926. (7-0) COMMENTS OF THE CITY MANAGER. None. PUBLIC MATTERS FOLLOW-UP Carol Corbin, Communications Manager, reported on the following matters from the September 21 and October 5, 2026, Meetings: Bus Rider At the September 21 meeting, a resident inquired about a direct route on the 15 bus to the Valley View Walmart. The resident also reported her concern to the GRTC Board, which operates the Valley Metro bus system. Valley Metro officials are looking into the possibility of future route modifications and will follow up with the resident. In the meantime, Valley Metro confirmed that the resident can take any bus to the transfer station, and get on the 11 bus, for drop off at Walmart. Passengers with a qualifying disability can also contact Valley Metro for more information about paratransit services. Meals Tax A resident spoke at the September 21 meeting with questions about City meals tax revenue and deferred maintenance projects. The August 2026 Monthly Page 3 of 135 Financial Report, along with a breakdown of completed and in-progress City HVAC projects and elevator modernization work, were provided to the resident by the City’s FOIA Officer. Safe Streets for All Also at the September 21 meeting, a representative from a local organization brought concerns about the age of the City’s Street Design Manual. Public Works reports that it is in the process of updating its published manual. However, the department is following design practices that are based primarily on the latest applicable federal and state standards and supplemented by recognized industry guidance such as the National Association of City Transportation Officials. 2. CITY ATTORNEY: None. 3. DIRECTOR OF REAL ESTATE VALUATION: None. 8. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES: 1. Comments on certain Authorities, Boards, Committees and Commissions in which City Council serve as liaisons or appointees. Mayor Cobb remarked that he attended the Virginia Municipal League Conference in Norfolk, Virginia and the conference contained many great topics and good networking with various sized communities. 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: None. 10. INTRODUCTION AND CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS: 1. Resolution designating a Voting Delegate and Alternate Voting Delegate for the Annual Business Meeting of the National League of Cities City Summit. Adopted Resolution No. 43484-101926. (7-0) 2. Resolution appointing a Director of the Economic Development Authority for the City of Roanoke. Adopted Resolution No. 43485-101926. (7-0) 11. MOTIONS AND MISCELLANEOUS BUSINESS: 1. Inquiries and/or comments by the Mayor and Members of City Council. Council Member Volosin suggested that the Council create a Railroad Transition Committee of people with an interest in the merger of Norfolk Southern and Union Pacific and facilitate information; and to create a committee for the Onzlee Ware Plaza as state funding would be received for a plaza at the courthouse. Mayor Cobb advised that, with the concurrence of the Council, a process be identified for appointing folks to said committees. Vacancies on certain authorities, boards, commissions and committees appointed by Council. Appointed Emily Clark as Secretary of the Building and Fire Code Board of Appeals, per code requirements. Appointed Dina Imbriani as a member of the Board of Zoning Appeals for a term of office ending December 2026; and an additional three-year term of office commencing January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2029. Page 4 of 135 Appointed Colbert Boyd as a member of the City Planning Commission for a term of office ending December 2026; and an additional four-year term of office commencing January 1, 2027, and ending December 31, 2030. 12. RECESSED - 3:15 p.m. The City Council Meeting will stand in recess; and thereafter reconvene at 7:00 pm, in the City Council Chamber, Room 450, Noel C. Taylor Municipal Building. City of Roanoke, Virginia CITY COUNCIL 7:00 pm City Council Chamber 215 Church Avenue, SW 13. CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL. All present. The Invocation was delivered by The Reverend Vannie Harrell, Lead Pastor, Church Alive International. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Joseph L. Cobb. Welcome 14. PRESENTATIONS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates — Presentation of the Annual Report. Sondra Rorrer and Mark Kary, Members, Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates; and Molly Hunter, Neighborhood Services Coordinator, presented the annual report and activities of the board. Recognition of the City of Roanoke 2026 Leadership College Graduates. Withdrawn. 15. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Request of Julie Phillips to rezone the property located at 0 Janette Avenue SW, from ROS, Recreation and Open Space District, to RM-2, Residential District. Lisa Rigazio, Agent, Spokesperson. Adopted Ordinance No. 43486-101926. (7-0) 2. Request of Lawson Company Incorporated to rezone three parcels identified as 0 Franklin Road SW, respectively, from MX, Mixed Use District, to RM-2, Residential District. Chris Burns, Agent, Spokesperson. Adopted Ordinance No. 43487-101926. (7-0) 3. Request of Echo Sentinel Group, LLC, to repeal all conditions proffered as part of a previous rezoning at 3509 Peters Creek Road NW. (Withdrawn) 4. Public Hearing to Consider Boundary Amendments to Enterprise Zone One A. Adopted Resolution No. 43488-101926. (7-0) 16. HEARING OF CITIZENS UPON PUBLIC MATTERS: Page 5 of 135 The City Council sets this time as a priority for citizens to be heard. If deemed appropriate, matters will be referred to the City Manager for response, recommendation or report to the City Council. Ben Byrd, appeared before the Council and read parts of the Virginia Constitution and advised that the City of Roanoke should withdraw membership from the Virginia Regional Industrial Facility Authority. Catie Leigh, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to a previous occasion when she spoke before the Council and advised that words should matter. David Hoopes, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to extending bicycle lanes and reminded the Council of their commitment to providing safer streets through the adoption of the Safety Action Plan in May 2026. Jennifer Joy Trukowski, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the sale of Woodhaven property for a data center and advised that the City needed honesty and transparency from its Council members. Grayson Cotes, appeared before the Council and commended Vice-Mayor McGuire and Council Member Nash for speaking out for what was right and advised that he had active litigation against the City of Roanoke and City Council. Julie Bivins appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to the vote that took place during the September 8, City Council's closed meeting and suggested that Council Member Sanchez-Jones present a public statement on the matter since she is running for reelection. Jason Porter, appeared before the Council and spoke with regard to updating old policies of the Western Virginia Water Authority that act as hidden barriers, making it difficult for water connections and using accessory dwelling units (ADUS) as rental properties. 17. RECESS FOR CONTINUATION OF CLOSED MEETING - 8:25 P.M. 18. RECONVENED - 9:07 P.M. Certification of Closed Meeting. (6-0, Council Member Sanchez-Jones was not present when the vote was recorded) ADJOURNED - 9:08 P.M. Page 6 of 135 CITY OF ROANOKE CITY COUNCIL 215 Church Avenue, S. W., Suite 452 Roanoke, Virginia 24011-1536 Telephone: (540) 853-2444 Fax: (540) 853-1145 E-mail: joseph.cobb@roanokeva.gov October 19, 2026 The Honorable Mayor and Members of the Roanoke City Council Roanoke, Virginia Dear Mayor Lea and Members of Council: I wish to request a Closed Meeting to discuss the annual performance of the Council- Appointed Officers, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711 (A)(1), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. Sincerely, Joseph L. Cobb, Chair City Council Personnel Committee JLC:ctw JOSEPH L. COBB Mayor Council Members Nicholas S. Hagen S. Terry McGuire Phazhon T. Nash Evelyn W. Powers Vivian Sanchez-Jones Peter J. Volosin Page 7 of 135 Office of the City Attorney To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council Subject: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney regarding the City's rights, obligations, and risks under applicable Virginia statutes governing employee relations, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(8), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. The City Attorney is requestion that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney regarding the City's rights, obligations, and risks under applicable Virginia statutes governing employee relations, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(8), Code of Virginia (1950), as amended. Laura Carini, City Attorney Page 8 of 135 Office of the City Attorney To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council Subject: A communication from the City Attorney requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning contract obligations involving a City-owned facility in the Central part of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(8), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. The City Attorney is requesting that City Council convene in a closed meeting to consult with legal counsel regarding a certain legal matter requiring the provision of legal advice by the City Attorney concerning contract obligations involving a City-owned facility in the Central part of the City of Roanoke, pursuant to Section 2.2-3711(A)(8), Code of Virginia, (1950), as amended. Laura Carini, City Attorney Page 9 of 135 Page 10 of 135 Presentation to Roanoke City Council October 19, 2026 Page 11 of 135 Today’s Discussion Overview Sherman P. Lea, Jr. Board Member Board Treasurer Executive Director Page 12 of 135 October is Page 13 of 135 About RCE Mission: to cultivate a legacy of stability, engagement, and vitality for arts and culture in the City of Roanoke through advocacy and grant making. •Art on 1st •Art Project Roanoke •5 Points Music Foundation •Center in the Square •CommUNITY Arts Reach •Dr. Robert L.A. Keeley Healing Arts Program •Exit, Pursued by a Bear Theatre •Grandin Theatre •Harrison Museum of African American Culture •Roanoke History & O. Winston Link Museums •Jefferson Center •Local Colors •Mill Mountain Theatre •Mill Mountain Zoo •Opera Roanoke •Roanoke Ballet Theatre •Roanoke Symphony Orchestra •Roanoke Valley Sister Cities •Roanoque Baroque •Science Museum of Western Virginia •Southwest Virginia Ballet •The Spot on Kirk •The Studio School •Taubman Museum of Art •Virginia Museum of Transportation Page 14 of 135 2025 RCE Annual Report Page 15 of 135 Financial Update Page 16 of 135 Fundraising Progress GOAL As of September 30, 2026 $20 millionpublic + private contributions Page 17 of 135 Campaign Progress as of September 30, 2026 Page 18 of 135 • $2.25 million • $7.25 million •⚬2026 Year -to -Date Return: 8.2% ($621,060)⚬Current Asset Allocation⚬Investment Management Firm w/ Local Office •$6 million • Page 19 of 135 Moving Forward Page 20 of 135 Page 21 of 135 •⚬Qualifying gifts through December 31, 2026⚬Dollar -for -dollar match⚬Up to $250,000 in matching funds • •⚬January 28, 2027 | Richmond, Virginia • Page 22 of 135 Page 23 of 135 Thank you Page 24 of 135 City Manager's Report Submitted by: Ross Campbell, PE, Director Department of Public Works October 19, 2026 Title: Acceptance and appropriation of the FY2027 Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Highway Safety Grant - Roanoke Traffic Safety Awareness Campaign. Adopted Ordinance No. 43483-101926. (7-0) Background: The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) administers pass-through grant funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to support activities that improve roadway safety in Virginia. The City’s Transportation Division has applied for this grant annually for the past seven years, funding campaigns such as Every Corner is a Crosswalk, No Need to Speed – Together We Can Make Our Streets Safer, No Need to Speed – Keep Students Safe, Change Lanes to Pass, Keep Each Other Safe, and Focused Driving, Safe Arriving. In 2026, staff submitted an eighth DMV Highway Safety Grant application to fund the Roanoke Traffic Safety Awareness Campaign. This campaign aims to enhance roadway safety by increasing awareness of high-risk corridors and intersections identified through crash data and educating motorists, motorcyclists, micro-mobilty users and pedestrians on behaviors that can reduce crash likelihood and severity. It addresses DMV safety funding priorities, pedestrian and bicycle safety, builds on prior DMV safety initiatives and is informed by the City of Roanoke Vision Zero Safety Action Plan. The campaign focuses on education and outreach and aims to achieve a 20% reduction in injuries, severe injuries, and fatalities from 2025 levels. Considerations: The DMV approved the City’s application and awarded $300,000 to launch this citywide media and education campaign. The grant will allow the Transportation Division to hire a consultant to develop and implement the campaign, including producing materials and purchasing media. A 25% match, of $75,000 is required, which will be met through the DMV’s Paid Media one-to-one match policy and staff time spent managing the campaign. Recommended Action: Accept the FY2027 DMV Highway Safety Grant, the Roanoke Traffic Safety Awareness Campaign, and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute the grant agreement and related documents as approved as to form by the City Attorney. Adopt the accompanying ordinance to set a revenue estimate of $300,000 from grant revenue and allocate the same amount into accounts established by the Director of Finance in the Grant Fund. Page 25 of 135 Valmarie Turner, City Manager Page 26 of 135 Page 27 of 135 Page 28 of 135 Page 29 of 135 C ECE LI A F. MCCO Y, CMC City Clerk Kermit Hale 2222 Blenheim Road SW Roanoke , Virginia 24015 Dear Mr. Hale : CITY OF ROANOKE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 215 Church Ave nu e, S. W ., Room 456 Roanok e, Vir ginia 24011 -1536 Te leph one: (540) 853-254 1 Fax: (540) 853-11 45 E-ma il : cle r k@roa nokeva .gov October 20 , 2026 CECELIA T. WE BB, CMC De pu ty City Cler k RUT H VISUETE PEREZ, CMC Ass ista nt Depu ty City Clerk At the City Council meeting on Monday , October 19 , 2026 , you were reappointed to serve on the Economic Development Authority. Your four-year term will commence on October 21 , 2026 , and end on October 20 , 2030. Enclosed are your appointment letter and two copies of the Oath or Affirmation of Office form. The oath must be processed before you may begin serving on the board. The deadline to complete your oath is November 30, 2026 . Please complete the following: 1. Bring both copies of the oath form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court to take the oath. The office is located on the third floor of the Roanoke City Courts Facility at 315 Church Avenue, 5.W. The Clerk w ill keep one copy on file. 2. Ask the Clerk to send the second copy of the completed form to the City Clerk 's Office . A copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act is being sent to you by email , as required by state law. Board members are required to read and become familiar with this information. Thank you for your willingness to serve the City of Roanoke. We appreciate your commitment to the work of the Economic Development Authority. Enclosures Sincerely , C~J-.~ Cecelia F. McCoy , CMC C ity Clerk pc : Whitney Jennings , Board Secretary , Economic Development Authority Page 30 of 135 Page 31 of 135 CECE LIA F. MCC O Y, CMC City Clerk Dina lmbriani 2219 Carter Road SW Roanoke , Virginia 24015 Dear Ms . lmbriani : CITY OF ROANOKE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 215 Church Avenue , S. W., Room 456 Roanoke , Virginia 24011-1536 Telephon e: (5 40) 853-2541 Fa x: (540) 853 -1145 E-mail: cl erk @ro a nokeva .gov October 20 , 2026 CEC ELI A T . WE BB, CMC Deputy City Clerk RUTH VISU ET E P EREZ, CMC Ass ista nt Depu ty Ci ty Clerk At the City Council meeting on Monday , October 19, 2026, you were appointed to serve on the Board of Zon ing Appeals . You were appointed for a term of office ending December 31 , 2026 ; and for an additional three-year term of office commencing January 1, 2027 and ending December 31, 2029 . Enclosed are your appointment letter and two copies of the Oath or Affirmation of Office form. The oath must be processed before you may begin serving on the board. The deadline to complete your oath is November 30 , 2026. Please complete the following : 1. Bring both copies of the oath form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court to take the oath. The office is located on the third floor of the Roanoke City Courts Facility at 315 Church Avenue, S.W. The Clerk will keep one copy on file. 2 . Ask the Clerk to send the second copy of t he completed form to the City Clerk 's Office . 3. Complete the Virginia Conflict of Interest and Ethics Advisory Council Disclosure of Real Estate Holdings form . A handwritten signature is required. You may submit the form by email (scan and attach), in person , or by mail. A copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act is being sent to you by email , as required by state law . Board members are required to read and become familiar with this information. Thank you for your willingness to serve the C ity of Roanoke . We appreciate your commitment to the work of the Board of Zoning Appeals . S incerely , ~J. ~ Cecelia F. McCoy , CMC C ity Clerk Page 32 of 135 CECE LI A F. MCCOY, CMC City C lerk Colbert Boyd 2508 Round Top Road NW Roanoke , Virginia 24012 Dear Mr. Boyd: CITY OF ROANOKE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 215 Church Avenue, S. W., Room 456 Roanoke , Virginia 24011-1536 Telephon e: (540) 853-2541 Fax: (540) 853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov October 20 , 2026 CECE LI A T . WE BB, CMC De puty City Clerk RUT H YISUETE PEREZ, CMC Assistant Depu ty City Clerk At the City Council meeting on Monday , October 19 , 2026, you were appointed to serve on the City Planning Commission . You were appointed for a term of office ending December 31 , 2026 ; and for an additional four-year term of office commencing January 1, 2027 and ending December 31 , 2030. Enclosed are your appointment letter and two copies of the Oath or Affirmation of Office form. The oath must be processed before you may begin serving on the board . The deadline to complete your oath is November 30, 2026. Please complete the following : 1. Bring both copies of the oath form to the Clerk of the Circuit Court to take the oath . The office is located on the third floor of the Roanoke City Courts Facility at 315 Church Avenue, S.W. The Clerk will keep one copy on file . 2. Ask the Clerk to send the second copy of the completed form to the City Clerk 's Office . 3. Complete the Virginia Conflict of Interest and Ethics Advisory Council Disclosure of Real Estate Holdings form . A handwritten signature is required . You may submit the form by email (scan and attach), in person, or by mail. A copy of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act is being sent to you by email , as required by state law . Board members are required to read and become familiar with this information . Thank you for your willingness to serve the City of Roanoke . We appreciate your commitment to the work of the City Planning Commission . Sincerely , C~J-.~ Cecelia F. McCoy , CMC City Clerk Page 33 of 135 ROANOKE NEIGHBORHOOD ADVOCATES SUMMARY CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council Meeting: October 19, 2026 Subject: FY26 Annual Report: Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates On behalf of the Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates, we are pleased to provide this Fiscal Year 2026 summary report of their activities and attendance at City Council, as required by City Code. Respectfully submitted, Molly Hunter, Neighborhood Services Coordinator Page 34 of 135 ROANOKE NEIGHBORHOOD ADVOCATES SUMMARY Membership The Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates board (RNA) serves as the formal liaison between neighborhood organizations, residents, and the City Council of Roanoke. RNA is a Council-appointed board and is positioned to reinvigorate, build the capacity of, and strengthen communication with volunteer neighborhood organizations. RNA members include those citizens representing the interests of the neighborhood organizations, the private sector, nonprofit service organizations, local government, and interested citizens. RNA met 13 times during fiscal year 2026 (FY26): 12 regular monthly meetings and one special meeting to review neighborhood award nominations. Throughout FY26, RNA meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. RNA elects board officers annually in November. In January 2026, RNA began holding its regular monthly meetings at various locations around town – Roanoke City Public Schools Community Empowerment Center, Williamson Road Library, Belmont Library, and Melrose Library – increase the board's visibility and accessibility. Below is the FY26 attendance record for the RNA members who were on the board as of early September 2026: Board Member Attendance FY26 for the RNA has been a much more stable year than FY25. In terms of board member continuity, RNA has benefited greatly from a growing core of stable board members but has struggled to keep its ninth seat filled. A number of candidates Page 35 of 135 approved by City Council have either not attended meetings, withdrawn their applications after approval, or have been disqualified because they do not live in the City of Roanoke. To ensure that candidates are qualified and have the capacity to serve on the board, RNA would like to provide recommendations to Council and/or meet with potential candidates. In FY26, the RNA lost 3 members to early resignations. A fourth RNA member, Alicha Grubb, reached her maximum number of terms and rotated off the board. Throughout the fiscal year, RNA gained 4 new members, 2 of whom remain on the board. One existing vacancy needs to be filled. In September 2026, RNA adopted the first update to its strategic business plan since 2021. Moving forward, RNA plans to revisit and update the strategic business plan annually. Grants The Neighborhood Grant program provides grants to eligible City neighborhood and community organizations to support capacity-building and neighborhood improvement and development projects. RNA reviews and approves applications for the grant program. Each year, City Council sets aside $42,200 in the general fund for the Neighborhood Grant Program. During FY26, RNA received 20 eligible neighborhood grant applications during FY26. RNA approved funding for 17 applications from 14 different organizations across the city. # Applications Total $ value requested # Funded Total $ value funded Spark Plug ($1,000 or less) Neighborhood Development (more than 7 $47,101.00 8* $35,850.00 19 $56,588.33 17 $42,000.00 *One spark plug grant request was funded for more than $1,000, turning it into a Neighborhood Development Grant request. In FY26, RNA accepted grant requests throughout the year, voting on small "spark plug" requests monthly and large Neighborhood Development Grants "NDG" requests quarterly. Spark plug grants are intended to serve as small, start-up funds for neighborhood organizations looking to grow, start, or restart. They are commonly used to pay for neighborhood meeting promotional materials, nonprofit registration expenses, and special event costs. For the past several years, RNA has set the spark plug grant limit at $1,000. Because of rising costs, RNA has decided to increase the spark plug Page 36 of 135 grant limit to $2,000 starting in FY27. RNA accepts spark plug grant applications throughout the year. NDGs may be used for a specific, one-time neighborhood improvement project. Projects commonly focus on neighborhood safety, beautification, and community gatherings. In FY26, RNA set the limit for NDG requests at $8,000 but opted to increase it to $15,000 starting in FY27. The number of grant requests decreased from FY25 to FY26, and the share of spark plug grants grew relative to neighborhood development grants. Increasing grant program participation is a focus area in RNA’s updated strategic business plan. Neighborhood Award Program The Neighborhood Award Program organized by RNA is designed to celebrate and recognize the achievements of Roanoke’s various neighborhood and community groups and value of community they embody. Throughout each year, RNA accepts nominations for eight different neighborhood awards. In the winter, RNA selects winners, who are recognized at a community gathering organized by RNA. The 2025 neighborhood awards were presented to their winners at a February 2026 event at the Roanoke City Public Schools Community Empowerment Center. The event was augmented by an Arts Connect Neighbors artist-led activity, which was well received. Overall, the atmosphere was friendly and energetic, making it a successful event that RNA hopes to replicate in February 2027. 2025 Neighborhood Award Winner Neighborhood-City Partnership Award) Economic Neighborhood-Community Partnership Neighborhood Page 37 of 135 8 Neighborhood Champion (formerly Neighborhood All-Star Award) Old Southwest, Inc. Neighborhood Month Program In the spring, RNA facilitates Neighborhood Month, which takes place each year in May. In 2026, RNA organized a low-cost program to encourage neighborhood and community organizations across Roanoke to participate by holding their own events. In exchange, RNA held a grant drawing for participating neighborhood organizations and a gift card raffle for community members who reported attending neighborhood month events. It was the second year RNA organized this specific program for Neighborhood Month. Throughout May 2026, 15 different neighborhood and community groups participated in RNA’s Neighborhood Month program by organizing 22 different events. 22 individuals also entered a participation gift card drawing for attending a Neighborhood Month event. Neighborhood and community group participation in RNA’s 2026 neighborhood month program increased 50% compared to 2025. Individual participation increased 70%. The RNA plans to repeat the program in 2027. Block Party Kit Program The RNA block party kit includes a few small tables, chairs, a tent, and some yard games. Recognized neighborhood groups can reserve items from the kit for use at their events, free of charge. The kit makes it possible for neighborhood groups to hold public events that would otherwise not be possible, because regular equipment rental costs are beyond the budget of many small neighborhood and community groups. The block party kit was used 27 times during FY26, a 59% increase from FY25. This increase can be attributed to the July 2025 relocation of the block party kit from the Public Works Service Center to a storage unit to improve convenience for pick-up and drop-off. RNA pays for the storage unit rental out of its budget. Relocating the kit has been a huge success; usage is up, and complaints about pick-up and drop-off have dropped to zero. Budget RNA has an annual budget of $4,474.00, which it uses to cover program expenses, including catering and trophies for the annual neighborhood awards, renting the storage unit for the block party kit, and prizes for neighborhood month program participation. The board also spent about $120 in FY26 on food at RNA meetings, and $375 to participate in the 2026 Neighborhoods USA virtual conference. Expense Amount Date Page 38 of 135 Down payment for 2025 (Feb. 12, 2026) Neighborhood Awards catering from Leo's Catering Co. $492.00 12/19/2025 Main payment for 2025 (Feb. 12, 2026) Neighborhood Awards catering from Leo's Catering Co. $1,148.00 12/19/2025 Domino's pizza order for Jan. 29, 2026 RNA special meeting to select neighborhood award winners $101.06 1/29/2026 2025 neighborhood awards food supplies (knives, forks, spoons, drinks, etc.) $14.18 2/10/2026 Virtual NUSA 2026 conference registration (x3) $375.00 4/29/2026 Pre-order 2026 neighborhood award trophies $560.00 6/1/2026 2026 neighborhood month prizes (16 $50 DRI gift cards) $856.00 6/8/2026 6-month pre-payment (June 1, 2026 - November 30, 2026) for A Friendly Storage block party kit storage unit $450.00 6/8/2026 Snacks for June RNA meeting $19.71 6/10/2026 6-month pre-payment (December 1, 2026 - May 30, 2026) for A Friendly Storage block party kit storage unit $450.00 6/11/2026 Total $4,465.95 In FY27, RNA expects to use some of its budget to replace block party kit items that have reached the end of their useful life due to normal wear and tear. Strategic Business Plan At its September 10 meeting, RNA adopted the first update to its strategic business plan since 2021. Moving forward, RNA will review the plan annually as a working document. The current business plan outlines priorities for calendar years 2026 through 2028. The business plan outlines the following 4 priorities: 1. strengthening RNA capacity and internal effectiveness, 2. rebuilding and strengthening relationships with neighborhood leaders, 3. improving advocacy and two-way communication, and 4. supporting neighborhood capacity and grant program success. The business plan lists strategies, key actions, and measures of success for each priority. A copy of the full business plan is included alongside this report. Highlights include creating an RNA role/responsibility description by the end of 2026 and establishing quarterly action plans to track and guide progress. RNA also plans to deliver two mid- Page 39 of 135 year written updates to Council. In addition to RNA’s mandatory annual report, RNA will also begin reviewing final neighborhood grant report forms during regular RNA meetings. c: Valmarie Turner, City Manager Angelia Vernon, Assistant to the City Manager Desi Wynter, Housing Programs and Policy Officer Page 40 of 135 Roanoke Neighborhood Advocates July 2025 through June 2026 Page 41 of 135 Current RNA membership •Cameron Chase, Chair •Rachel Hale, Vice Chair •Jessica Mahuron, Secretary •Nadirah Wright •Mark Kary •Sondra Rorrer •Oneida Huntington •Vacancy •Vacancy Page 42 of 135 FY26 RNA budget breakdown Some notes about FY26 •Board spend about $120 on food at monthly RNA meetings •$375 to participate in 2026 NUSA virtual conference Expectations for FY27 •Major expenses remain the same •Catering and trophies for neighborhood awards •Block party kit storage unit rental •Neighborhood month prizes •Replace aging block party kit items FOOD, $120.77 NEIGH. AWARDS, $2,214.18 NUSA, $375.00 BLOCK PART KIT, $900.00 NEIGH. MONTH, $856.00 $4,465.94 SPENT OUT OF $4,474 BUDGET Page 43 of 135 Neighborhood Grants: Fiscal Year 2026 (July 1, 2025 – June 30,  2026)•17 grants to 14 different organizations •Spark Plug ($1,000 or less) •9 grants •$9,487.33 granted total •NDG (more than $1,000) •8 grants •$35,850.00 granted total Page 44 of 135 FY26 Grant Projects By The Numbers  Highest Funded Projects •I Heart SE – Dale Ave mural –  $10,000 •Neighbors in South Roanoke –  Neighborhood sign replacements –  $8,000 •The Hope Center – Community empowerment workshop – $4,000 •I Heart SE – Mural repairs – $4,000 Quick Highlights •4 National Night Out events supported across the city •$2,100 awarded for neighborhood groups to file 501(c)(3) paperwork •2 brand new grant recipients Multiple-Time Grantees •I Heart SE – 2 grants  totaling $14,000 •The Hope Center – 2  grants totaling $5,000 •Wasena Neighborhood Forum – 2 grants totaling  $2,916.50 Page 45 of 135 Neighborhood Awards•2025 presented to recipients at February 2026 event at RCPS Empowerment Center •All nominees recognized and invited to the event •Awards event featured an Arts Connect Neighbors artist-led activity •8 awards distributed Page 46 of 135 Neighborhood Month 2026 •Neighborhood Month event calendar •15 different neighborhood and community groups organized 22 events •Individual participation raffle •22 entries total •Prizes: 16 $50 gift cards to local  businesses Page 47 of 135 Block Party Kit •Usage increased 59% from FY25 •Aging equipment needs to be replaced in FY27 •New location and process has caused complaints to drop to zero! Page 48 of 135 Looking ahead Strategic business plan •Priority 1: Strengthen RNA capacity and internal effectiveness •Priority 2: Rebuild and strengthen relationships with neighborhood leaders •Priority 3: Improve advocacy and two-way communication •Priority 4: Support neighborhood capacity and grant program success Board Membership •Work with Council to fill vacancies Page 49 of 135 CITY OF ROANOKE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 215 Church Avenue, S. W., Suite 456 Roanoke, Virginia 24011-1536 Telephone: (540) 853-2541 Fax: (540) 853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov October 20, 2026 Lisa Rigazio, Agent 1622 Belvedere Boulevard Silver Spring, Maryland 20902 Dear Ms. Rigazio: I am enclosing copy of Ordinance No. 43486-101926 to rezone certain property located at 0 Janette Avenue, SW, Roanoke, Virginia, bearing Official Tax Map No. 1031113 (the “Property”), from ROS, Recreation and Open Space District, to RM-2, Residential District as set forth in the Zoning Amendment Original Application dated August 28, 2026. The abovereferenced measure was adopted by the Council of the City of Roanoke at a regular meeting held on Monday, October 19, 2026, and is in full force and effect upon its passage. Sincerely, Cecelia T. Webb, CMC Deputy City Clerk Enclosure pc: Julie Phillips, Owner, 8677 Reservoir Road Fulton, Maryland 20759 Redgate Avenue, LLC, 500 Alton Road, Unit 1503, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 Barry T. Burton, 417 Janette Avenue SW, Roanoke, Virginia 24016 Hunt Capital, LLC, 15235 E. Lone Mountain Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85262 Nicholas D. Leblanc, 175 Emerite Drive, Lafayette, Louisiana 70506 Carilion Clinic Properties, LLC, PO Box 12385, Roanoke, Virginia 24025-2385 The Honorable Brenda Hamilton, Circuit Court Clerk Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager Angie O’Brien, Deputy City Manager Laura Carini, City Attorney Kelvin Bratton, Director of Real Estate Valuation Luke Pugh, City Engineer Katharine Gray, Interim Director, Planning Building and Development Emily Clark, Secretary, City Planning Commission CECELIA F. MCCOY, CMC City Clerk Page 50 of 135 Page 51 of 135 Page 52 of 135 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council Meeting: October 19, 2026 Subject: Application by Julie Phillips to rezone the property located at 0 Janette Avenue SW; bearing Official Tax Map No. 1031113, from ROS, Recreation and Open Space District, to RM-2, Residential District. Summary: By a vote of 5-0, with Commissioner Wolfe absent and one seat vacant on the Commission, the Commission recommends approval of the zoning amendment request. The Commission finds the Original Application is consistent with the general principles within the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, and the Zoning Ordinance as the property will be developed and used in a manner that supports the goals and purposes of these plans and regulations. Application Information: Rezone to RM-2, Residential District Julie Phillips Lisa Rigazio, Rigazio Designs Architecture City Staff Person: Katharine Gray, Principal Planner Address: 0 Janette Ave SW Official Tax No: 1031113 Site Area: +/- 0.51 acres Relevant Plans: Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan Proposed Land Use: Future Land Use: Filing Date: Original Application: August 28, 2026 Page 53 of 135 2 Public Notification and Outreach: Required Public Notice – State of Virginia Code ● Cardinal News and Roanoke Rambler Legal Advertisement (runs twice) ● Letters to Property owners abutting subject property (includes across street/alley) ● Direct notice by mail includes neighboring localities if applicable Required Public Notice – City of Roanoke Zoning ● Posting a sign on the subject property with hearing date and contact for additional PBD Outreach Beyond State/City Code Requirements ● Posting applications - applications received are posted on the PBD Board & Commission page, providing instant access to the full application and supporting documentation ● CivicSend Notices - Email notification subscription to share information with citizens and stakeholders according to their preferences. Land Use Applications touch the inbox of subscribers at least 2 times – 1) Application filed; 2) Agenda and Staff Report Posting; 3) Amended Information, if applicable ● Neighborhood Leaders and Civic Stakeholders Email Notice – Direct email to leaders to share information; coincides with CivicSend Notices ● CivicSend Notices to stakeholders subscribed to notices from the Planning PBD Recommended Applicant Outreach ● All applicants are strongly advised to discuss project with area neighborhood organizations and/or civic leagues and Applicant Outreach ● Background: The property at 0 Janette Ave SW was developed as a diamond-shaped traffic calming device called Calvin Place similar to Argonne Circle at King George Ave and 4th Street to the north. In the 1970’s the Roy L. Webber Expressway was constructed and two blocks of the neighborhood along the southern edge of the neighborhood between Janette Ave and Bluff Ave along 4th St SW were razed. The original diamond shaped property surrounded by streets was impacted by Page 54 of 135 3 this development, reduced to a triangular shape, and later transferred to private ownership. The property is currently vacant with frontage along Janette Ave to the northwest, abutting a private easement along a private street to the northeast, and abuts the Roy L. Webber expressway to the south. Most of the property is covered with grass with few trees. The current owner of the property desires to build dwellings on the property, but as dwellings are not permitted in the current ROS, Recreation Open Space District, they are requesting to rezone to RM-2, Residential District, to build a cottage court development with seven cottages. Proposed Use/Development: The proposed rezoning to RM-2, Residential District, would facilitate the development of a cottage court. The concept plan depicts a central courtyard with five cottages along the northeastern property line and two cottages in the southwestern corner. The property is located within the Historic Neighborhood Overlay District (H-2). All exterior alterations and new construction are subject to review and approval by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) prior to submitting a building permit application to the City Permit Center. The applicant presented the preliminary concept review to the ARB, receiving overall concept level approval, before proceeding with the zoning amendment process. If the property is rezoned, the applicant would submit final plans to the ARB for review and approval. The ARB would review the project for siting and relationship to the street, form, scale, massing, materiality, and landscaping that would be compatible with the surrounding historic neighborhood. Considerations: Compatibility with Surrounding Land Uses: The subject property sits at the southernmost edge of the Old Southwest neighborhood and historic district overlooking the Roy L. Webber expressway. The frontage of the property is Janette Ave SW along the northwestern border of the property with apartments, duplexes and single unit detached dwellings across the street. The northeastern border of the property abuts single unit detached dwellings with a nursing home and commercial uses beyond. The proposed cottage court development with seven individual cottage units around a courtyard adds an additional housing type within the surrounding residential area. Page 55 of 135 4 Zoning District Land Use North RM-1: Residential Two-unit dwellings, Single-unit South ROS-Recreation and Open Space Roy L. Webber Expressway, East West RM-2: Residential buildings, and Large Apartment The future land use plan from the City Plan 2040 designates this area for Natural Space/Open Space/Recreation/Agriculture. Applicability/Appropriateness of Proposed Zoning District: The subject property currently has the base zoning district of ROS, Recreation and Open Space that does not allow any form of dwelling. The proposal is to rezone the property to RM-2 Residential District. The purpose of the RM-2 district is to provide for all housing types with an emphasis on townhouses, cottage courts, and apartment buildings. This district is generally mapped in areas near or adjacent to neighborhood and other commercial centers, but also may be applied to existing apartment buildings in neighborhood contexts. The property proposed for rezoning is also located within the local historic district. City Plan 2040 designates the property proposed to be rezoned to RM-2 District with future land use designations of Natural Space/Open Space/Recreation/ Agriculture reflective of the original property use. RM-1, Residential District, is the predominant zoning designation west of Franklin Road and south of Marshall Ave SW with small pockets of RM-2, Residential District, scattered throughout the community and particularly located along the southernmost edge of the neighborhood. The rezoning to RM-2, Residential District, is appropriate for the location within the community and will be subject to additional review as regulated by the local historic district regulations. Based on the configuration of the parcel, the RM-2, Residential District is the residential district with the least density that would allow the proposed cottage court development shown in the concept plan. Availability of Other Property: There is limited vacant land in the area surrounding the property with no property available in the immediate surrounding area with zoning that would facilitate development of this density and scale. The proposed residential development is at a higher density than would be permitted on the vacant residential land. Page 56 of 135 5 Consistency with Comprehensive Plan: City Plan 2040 and Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan guide this property for development that is sensitive to the existing context of historic homes. IE Priority Three: Neighborhood Choice Policy 4: Develop varied and affordable housing options in each neighborhood Comprehensive Plan1, Interwoven Equity Theme There are many housing types within the immediate area, including single dwelling buildings, two dwelling buildings, and apartment buildings between four to twelve units. The proposed development provides a smaller additional housing opportunity in the area that would not correspond with yard maintenance like the existing housing stock and LBE Priority Four: Housing Policy 3: Enable a range of housing types in each part of the community to achieve inclusive, livable Comprehensive Plan2, Livable Built Environment The proposed development plan would increase housing opportunities within the neighborhood. Policy 2: Improve pedestrian systems (sidewalks/crosswalks/etc.). Plan3, Livable Built Environ- create sidewalk both internal to the development and along Community Design Policies: Historic Preservation: Old Southwest’s character stems from its historically significant architecture, streetscapes, and public spaces. The historic character of Old Southwest must be preserved, protected and enhanced. Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, p. 594 The proposed cottage court residential development is of a different development pattern from the adjoining residential area, however, the historic overlay regulations provide assurance that the develop- ment will be appropriate for the surrounding historic Use future land use map to evaluate Old Southwest Neighborhood 5 The future land use plan specifies for the property to 1 City Plan 2040, Interwoven Equity Theme, City of Roanoke, 2020 2 City Plan 2040, Livable Built Environment Theme, City of Roanoke, 2020 3 City Plan 2040, Livable Built Environment Theme, City of Roanoke, 2020 4 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 5 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 Page 57 of 135 6 the private property to be used for dwellings, a cottage court development, as proposed, retains the central green space with view from the public street Infill development should be compatible with adjoining development. Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, p. 616 The historic overlay regulations provide assurance that the development will be appropriate for the surrounding historic Residential Development Policies A variety of housing options should be available in Old Southwest, including detached single-family, town homes, condominiums, Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, p. 617 The proposed cottage court development is a newly that will provide an additional housing type within the Policies: Streetscapes: The streetscapes of Old Southwest are important to maintaining the historic character of the neighborhood. Emphasis shall be placed on the compatible design of sidewalks, street lighting and planting strips. Maintenance of existing streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters shall be improved, including preservation of original or historically significant infrastructure such as stone curbs and brick gutter Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, p. 638 The proposed development adds sidewalk along the residential frontage while leaving the remaining curbing property. Comments on Application: Planning Commission Work Session: The Planning Commission discussed the proposed rezoning at their work session on September 11, 2026 with no particular items to be addressed. 6 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 7 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 8 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 Page 58 of 135 7 Interdepartmental Comments: General comments were provided from the Fire department, Transportation division, and the Planning Building and Development department related to: site access, fire code standards, water availability, building and zoning subdivision requirements, and the permitting process. These comments will be addressed during the development review process. Public Comments: None received. Public Hearing: No comments received. Conclusions and Recommendations: The principal consideration is whether the proposed change is consistent with City Plan 2040 and the Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan. Both of the plans support the increased housing opportunity within the neighborhood developed in a manner that is sensitive to the existing neighborhood context. As the property is within the H-2 Historic District, any proposed development will be subject to review and approval by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) that will ensure a development pattern and form that is complementary to the surrounding historic neighborhood. While the proposed change will no longer match the park or green space use, that particular use has not been created during the two decades following the neighborhood plan creation and the proposed development type incorporates green space into the development. On balance, the Original Application is found to be consistent with the general principles within the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, and the Zoning Ordinance as the property will be developed and used in a manner that supports the goals and purposes of these plans and regulations. ___________________________ Pamela Smith, Chair City Planning Commission Enclosure: Attachment A, Zoning District Map Page 59 of 135 8 Distribution: Ms. Valmarie Turner, City Manager Lavar Youmans, Assistant City Manager Beverly Walkup, Interim Director of Planning Building and Development Katharine Gray, Planning Commission Agent Laura Carini, City Attorney Julie Phillips, Property Owner/Applicant Lisa Rigazio, Rigazio Designs Architecture Page 60 of 135 Attachment A Page 61 of 135 Page 62 of 135 Page 63 of 135 Page 64 of 135 Page 65 of 135 Page 66 of 135 Page 67 of 135 Page 68 of 135 Page 69 of 135 Page 70 of 135 Page 71 of 135 Page 72 of 135 Page 73 of 135 Page 74 of 135 Page 75 of 135 Page 76 of 135 Page 77 of 135 Page 78 of 135 Page 79 of 135 SYMBOL LEGEND E- M A I L : M A I L @ L U M S D E N P C . 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W., Suite 456 Roanoke, Virginia 24011-1536 Telephone: (540) 853-2541 Fax: (540) 853-1145 E-mail: clerk@roanokeva.gov October 20, 2026 Chris Burns, Agent Westwood Professional Services, Inc. 1208 Corporate Circle Roanoke, Virginia 24018 Dear Mr. Burns: I am enclosing copy of Ordinance No. 43487-101926 to rezone certain property located at 0 Franklin Road, SW, Roanoke, Virginia, bearing Official Tax Map Nos. 1030503, 1030504, and 1030505, respectively (the “Property”), from MX, Mixed Use District, to RM-2, Residential District as set forth in the Zoning Amendment Amended Application No. 1, dated September 18, 2026. The abovereferenced measure was adopted by the Council of the City of Roanoke at a regular meeting held on Monday, October 19, 2026, and is in full force and effect upon its passage. Sincerely, Cecelia T. Webb, CMC Deputy City Clerk Enclosure pc: Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, Inc., 301 Elm Avenue SW, Roanoke Virginia 24016 1401 Franklin Road LLC, PO Box 21807, Roanoke, Virginia 24018 Roanoke Med Office District, Healthcare Realty Solutions, LLC, 6000 Fairview Road, Suite 1200, Charlotte, North Carolina 28210 Lawson Company Incorporated, Histre Partners LLC, 631 Campbell Avenue, SE, Suite 1, Roanoke, Virginia 24013 Fourteen Fourteen Franklin, LLC, PO Box 134, Penhook, Virginia 24137 Two Bros Capital, LLC, 1321 3rd Street, SW, Roanoke, Virginia 24016 CECELIA F. MCCOY, CMC City Clerk Page 92 of 135 Chris Burns, Agent Westwood Professional Services, Inc. Page 2 pc: Landes, LLC, 1309 Third Street, SW, Roanoke Virginia 24016 Timothy Ian Mattox, 3330 Mowles Road, Salem, Virginia 24153 BNR Investments, LLC, 1321 3rd Street, SW, Roanoke, Virginia 24016 Rick B. Funderburke, 1325 Third Street, SW, Roanoke, Virginia 24016 Holmor, LLC, 6651 Drunkard Road, Jetersville, Virginia 23083 The Honorable Brenda Hamilton, Circuit Court Clerk Valmarie H. Turner, City Manager Angie O’Brien, Deputy City Manager Laura Carini, City Attorney Kelvin Bratton, Director of Real Estate Valuation Luke Pugh, City Engineer Katharine Gray, Interim Director, Planning Building and Development Emily Clark, Secretary, City Planning Commission Page 93 of 135 Page 94 of 135 Page 95 of 135 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council Meeting: October 19, 2026 Subject: Application by Lawson Company Incorporated to rezone property located at three parcels identified as 0 Franklin Road SW; bearing Official Tax Map Nos. 1030503, 1030504, and 1030505, respectively, from MX, Mixed Use District, to RM-2, Residential District. Summary: By a vote of 5-0, with Commissioner Wolfe absent and one seat vacant on the Commission, the Commission recommends approval of the zoning amendment request. The Commission finds the Amended Application No.1 is consistent with the general principles within the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, and the Zoning Ordinance as the property will be developed and used in a manner that supports the goals and purposes of these plans and regulations. Application Information: Rezone to RM-2, Residential District Lawson Company Incorporated Agent: Chris Burns, Westwood Professional Services, Inc. City Staff Person: Katharine Gray, Principal Planner Address: 0 Franklin Road SW Official Tax No: 1030503, 1030504, and 1030505 Site Area: Relevant Plans: Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan Proposed Land Use: Future Land Use: Mixed Use Filing Date: Original Application: August 28, 2026 Page 96 of 135 2 Public Notification and Outreach: Required Public Notice – State of Virginia Code ● Cardinal News and Roanoke Rambler Legal Advertisement (runs twice) ● Letters to Property owners abutting subject property (includes across street/alley) ● Direct notice by mail includes neighboring localities if applicable Required Public Notice – City of Roanoke Zoning ● Posting a sign on the subject property with hearing date and contact for additional PBD Outreach Beyond State/City Code Requirements ● Posting applications - applications received are posted on the PBD Board & Commission page, providing instant access to the full application and supporting documentation ● CivicSend Notices - Email notification subscription to share information with citizens and stakeholders according to their preferences. Land Use Applications touch the inbox of subscribers at least 2 times – 1) Application filed; 2) Agenda and Staff Report Posting; 3) Amended Information, if applicable ● Neighborhood Leaders and Civic Stakeholders Email Notice – Direct email to leaders to share information; coincides with CivicSend Notices ● CivicSend Notices to stakeholders subscribed to notices from the Planning PBD Recommended Applicant Outreach ● All applicants are strongly advised to discuss project with area neighborhood organizations and/or civic leagues and Applicant Outreach ● Background: The property at 0 Franklin Road SW is located in an area along Franklin Road that has seen many changes within the past 100 years. Franklin Road roughly follows the path of the Carolina Road, a Native American trading path that was later used by settlers in the 1700-1800’s. Sanborn maps of 1907 depict large single unit dwellings populating the area. By 1919 the maps show conversion of some dwelling units across Franklin to Jefferson Hospital (predecessor to Page 97 of 135 3 Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital) and housing for nurses with additional duplexes in the surrounding. By 1951 the maps depict several apartment buildings and duplexes added to the neighborhood fabric. The neighborhood entered an era of decline with all the houses on this block facing Franklin Road being razed between 1963 and 1971. Parking lots, vacant parcels, and a single new medical clinic built in 1986 replaced the previous housing. The property under review is vacant or contains parking lots. The current owner of the property desires to build dwellings on the property again, but as the number of dwellings and form of development desired is not permitted in the current MX, Mixed Use District, they are requesting to rezone to RM-2, Residential District, to build three apartment buildings with 23 dwelling units around a central courtyard. Proposed Use/Development: The proposed rezoning to RM-2, Residential District, would facilitate the development of apartment buildings on the property. The concept plan depicts a central courtyard with three multistory apartment buildings. The apartment buildings are located at the southernmost and northernmost portions of the development flanking the central courtyard. These buildings face Franklin Road with a 30ft setback reflective of the Franklin Road corridor. A third building sits at the easternmost portion of the site at the back of the courtyard. Pedestrian, bike, and multimodal access are located along the Franklin Road frontage with vehicular, refuse collection, and parking access located off the rear alley. The property is located within the Historic Neighborhood Overlay District (H-2). All exterior alterations and new construction are subject to review and approval by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) prior to submitting a building permit application to the City Permit Center. The applicant presented the preliminary concept review to the ARB, receiving overall concept level approval, before proceeding with the zoning amendment process. If the property is rezoned, the applicant would submit final plans to the ARB for review and approval. The ARB would review the project for siting and relationship to the street, form, scale, massing, materiality, and landscaping that would be compatible with the surrounding historic neighborhood. Considerations: Compatibility with Surrounding Land Uses: The subject property sits in the heart of the historic district along the eastern side of Franklin Road in the 1300-1400 block. Franklin Road is a corridor that was largely redeveloped for commercial and institutional uses, beginning in the early 1900’s with Jefferson Hospital (northwest of this property) and Page 98 of 135 4 accelerating in the 1960’s and 70s with the razing of older properties and construction of large commercial buildings. The buildings immediately along Franklin Road include medical clinics, large office buildings, churches, and large-scale apartment buildings. The proposed cluster of apartment buildings with 6-9 units each compliments the use and scale of the existing buildings along the corridor. Zoning District Land Use North MX: Mixed Use Off-site parking, with medical South building, general or East West The future land use plan from the City Plan 2040 designates this area for Mixed Use. Applicability/Appropriateness of Proposed Zoning District: The subject property currently has the base zoning district of MX, Mixed Use District, that would only permit four dwelling units per interior parcel. The proposal is to rezone the property to RM-2, Residential District. The purpose of the RM-2 District is to provide for all housing types with an emphasis on townhouses, cottage courts, and apartment buildings. This district is generally mapped in areas near or adjacent to neighborhood and other commercial centers, but also may be applied to existing apartment buildings in neighborhood contexts. The property proposed for rezoning is also located within the local historic district. City Plan 2040 designates the property proposed to be rezoned to RM-2 District with future land use designations of Mixed Use reflective of the current mixture of property use within the area including medical clinics, large office buildings, and apartment buildings. Churches also populate the neighborhood. MX, Mixed Use District, is the predominant zoning designation along and east of Franklin Road and south of Elm Ave SW with pockets of RM-2, Residential District, and IN, Institutional District, scattered throughout the community. The rezoning to RM-2, Residential District, is appropriate for the location within the community and will be subject to additional review as regulated by the local historic district regulations. Based on the configuration of the parcel, the RM-2, Residential District is the residential district with the least density that would allow the proposed apartment cluster development shown in the concept plan. Page 99 of 135 5 Availability of Other Property: There is limited vacant land in the area surrounding the property with no property available in the immediate surrounding area with zoning that would facilitate development of this density and scale. The proposed residential development is at a higher density than would be permitted on the vacant land. Consistency with Comprehensive Plan: City Plan 2040 and Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan guide this property for development that is sensitive to the existing context of historic buildings. IE Priority Three: Neighborhood Choice Policy 4: Develop varied and affordable housing options in each neighborhood Comprehensive Plan1, Interwoven Equity Theme There are many housing types within the immediate area, including: single dwelling buildings, two dwelling buildings, and apartment buildings between six units. The proposed development provides a larger scale missing middle housing in the area with immediate LBE Priority Four: Housing Policy 3: Enable a range of housing types in each part of the community to achieve inclusive, livable neighborhoods that prosper over time. Action Items: Encourage the development of larger Missing Middle housing buildings near neighborhood centers and Comprehensive Plan2, Livable Built Environment Theme The proposed development plan would increase housing opportunities within the neighborhood and create the opportunity for larger Missing Middle housing along a long- standing commercial corridor within the neighborhood. Policy 2: Improve pedestrian systems (sidewalks/crosswalks/etc.). Plan3, Livable Built Environ- create sidewalk internal to the development and enhance the Community Design Policies: Historic Preservation: Old Southwest’s character stems from its historically significant architecture, Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, p. 594 The proposed missing middle housing residential development is of development pattern reflective of the existing 1 City Plan 2040, Interwoven Equity Theme, City of Roanoke, 2020 2 City Plan 2040, Livable Built Environment Theme, City of Roanoke, 2020 3 City Plan 2040, Livable Built Environment Theme, City of Roanoke, 2020 4 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 Page 100 of 135 6 must be preserved, protected and enhanced. historic overlay regulations provide assurance that the development will be appropriate for the surrounding historic Use future land use map to evaluate rezoning requests Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, p. 605 The future land use plan specifies for the property to be used for office/residential use. The rezoning to RM-2 will remove the office use possibility, but allow for the larger scale missing middle house encouraged along Residential Development Policies Infill development should be compatible with adjoining development. Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, p. 616 The historic overlay regulations provide assurance that the development will be appropriate for the surrounding historic A variety of housing options should be available in Old Southwest, including detached single-family, town homes, condominiums, Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, p. 617 The proposed apartment cluster will provide a larger missing middle housing type within the neighborhood. Transportation and Infrastructure Policies: Streetscapes: The streetscapes of Old Southwest are important to maintaining the historic character of the neighborhood. Emphasis shall be placed on the compatible design of sidewalks, street lighting and planting strips. Maintenance of existing streets, sidewalks, curbs and gutters shall be improved, including preservation of original or historically significant infrastructure such as stone curbs and brick gutter pans. Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, p. 638 The proposed development increases pedestrian, bike, and transit availability with the proposed apartments clustered around a courtyard fronting on Franklin Road. Vehicular access and parking are located off the alley. 5 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 6 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 7 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 8 Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, City of Roanoke, 2004 Page 101 of 135 7 Comments on Application: Planning Commission Work Session: The Planning Commission discussed the proposed rezoning at their work session on September 11, 2026, with no particular items to be addressed. Interdepartmental Comments: General comments were provided from the Fire department, Transportation division, and the Planning Building and Development department related to: site access, fire code standards, water availability, building and zoning subdivision requirements, and the permitting process. These comments will be addressed during the development review process. Public Hearing: No comments received. Conclusions and Recommendations: The principal consideration is whether the proposed change is consistent with City Plan 2040 and the Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan. Both plans support the increased housing opportunity within the neighborhood developed in a manner that is sensitive to the existing neighborhood context. As the property is within the H-2 Historic District, any proposed development will be subject to review and approval by the Architectural Review Board (ARB) that will ensure a development pattern and form that is complementary to the surrounding historic neighborhood. While the proposed change will no longer match the mixed-use designation, the use allowed will match the existing uses at a scale that is appropriate along the Franklin Road corridor. On balance, the Amended Application No.1 is found to be consistent with the general principles within the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Old Southwest Neighborhood Plan, and the Zoning Ordinance as the property will be developed and used in a manner that supports the goals and purposes of these plans and regulations. ___________________________ Pamela Smith, Chair City Planning Commission Page 102 of 135 8 Enclosure: Attachment A, Zoning District Map Distribution: Ms. Valmarie Turner, City Manager Lavar Youmans, Assistant City Manager Beverly Walkup, Interim Director of Planning Building and Development Katharine Gray, Planning Commission Agent Laura Carini, City Attorney Lucas Thorton, Lawson Company Incorporated Chris Burns, Westwood Professional Services, Inc. Page 103 of 135 Attachment A Page 104 of 135 Page 105 of 135 Page 106 of 135 Page 107 of 135 Page 1 of 3 Franklin Road Missing Middle – Rezoning Narrative: Introduction: Lawson Company Incorporated (Owner/Applicant) is requesting a zoning amendment on three (3) City of Roanoke tax parcels that are currently zoned MX, Mixed Use District to allow for the construction of 3 buildings with multi-family dwellings. Existing Tax Parcel and Zoning Summary: Tax Parcels: 1030503, 1030504, & 1030505 Property Owner: Lawson Company Incorporated Existing Zoning: MX, Mixed Use District Proposed Zoning: RM-2, Residential District The total area to be rezoned is approximately 0.81 acres. This is comprised of the entirety of Tax Parcels 1030503, 1030504, and 1030505. Tax Parcel 1030505 consists of an existing parking area. Tax Parcel 1030504 consists of a portion of the existing parking area and turf. Tax Parcel 1030503 is currently vacant. Community Vision and Details: The Franklin Road Missing Middle development within the City of Roanoke is planned to be located on three (3) parcels along Franklin Road SW. There is an existing public alley located at the rear of the parcels that will be utilized for vehicular access. The proposed project utilizes the available property to provide a development with appropriate density and scale to help address the existing housing shortage and the “missing middle housing.” This project will add much-needed housing choice to the Roanoke market with the goal not simply to add more units, but to diversify the available housing options available to residents in different stages of life and income. “Missing Middle” housing is already found throughout many of Roanoke’s older, most walkable neighborhoods, including Old Southwest. Modern zoning has made this scale of building harder to replicate. This project is continuing a pattern that already exists in the City, at a scale that most don’t register as “density” because the massing is more similar to houses than modern apartment buildings. A Site Concept Plan is included with this application indicated as Exhibit A. This plan provides a general overview of the proposed exterior improvements for the project including placement of buildings, parking areas, exterior hardscape areas, and green spaces. Three buildings are proposed on the site with a total of 23 residential units. Vehicular access and parking will be provided on-site as it is a necessary component of this type of development, but it will be secondary to the creation of pedestrian connections and amenity areas. Access to the on-site parking areas is being provided from the existing alley located at the rear of the site. The placement of the buildings and the split parking design will minimize visual impact and integrate these parking spaces into the design of the site. The site development will utilize the existing topography to create a focus on pedestrian connectivity and usable interior landscape areas. Connections will be provided to the buildings, parking areas, and existing Page 108 of 135 Page 2 of 3 sidewalk along Franklin Road. The landscape and amenity areas are a critical part of the project, not an afterthought. The proposed plan will allow the constraints of the site to be utilized as opportunities to enhance the proposed development. The proposed buildings will be built into the existing topography to create a tiered site design that will make the outdoor spaces more usable, active, and functional for residents of this community. The project is located within the Historic Neighborhood Overlay District, H-2. “The purpose of the Historic Neighborhood Overlay District is to identify, preserve, enhance, and maintain those architectural and historic landmarks, structures, and districts which are listed, or are eligible for listing, on the Virginia Landmarks Register or the National Register of Historic Places, or which have local significance. Moreover, the H-2 Overlay District is intended to encourage new construction that is compatible with the district and to develop and maintain appropriate settings and environments for such landmarks, structures, and districts.” As part of the H-2 district, a Certificate of Appropriateness is required for any new building construction and for any future alteration to the structures. The buildings proposed by this plan will be subject to this requirement and will require review by the Architectural Review Board (ARB). Preliminary building information has been provided to the ARB and has received positive feedback and some of this information is included within the rezoning package to provide the vision for what these buildings will look like. The building design will strike an appropriate balance between compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood and buildings, honoring the characteristics of the Historic District, and also introducing some more modern design elements that will work together seamlessly and cohesively. Following the rezoning, the building designs will be further developed and formally submitted to the ARB for the Certificate of Appropriateness as part of the building permit process. The project will be served by public water and sanitary sewer utility services by the Western Virginia Water Authority (WVWA). According to WVWA GIS, there is an existing 8” public sanitary sewer main located in Franklin Road the site and flowing from north to south. According to WVWA GIS, there is an existing 16” public waterline located in Franklin Road. The development will include standard improvements related to stormwater management and other dry utilities to serve the project. Future Land Use: City Plan 2040 Future Land Use (FLU) map identifies this area as Mixed Use. According to the land use categories description, Mixed Use “combines residential and light commercial uses like offices and limited retail and restaurant. Commercial buildings assume residential scales and forms.” The proposed request is consistent with this FLU designation. The proposed RM-2 zoning and multi-family dwellings is appropriate within the Mixed Use designation and in this location along the Franklin Road corridor. This project supports the FLU by providing a use that is complementary to the goals of the Comprehensive Plan and complementary to the surrounding uses. Page 109 of 135 Page 3 of 3 Neighborhood Planning: The site is located within the Old Southwest neighborhood planning district which has a variety of uses located within this planning area including residential and commercial uses. This neighborhood includes 3 sub-areas which includes the Mixed-Use District, which is located east of Franklin Road. This area includes a mixture of office and residential uses, including a number of modern buildings. The location of this project is adjacent to the busy Franklin Road corridor, which makes this site ideal for the proposed multi-family development. This site has commercial uses located to the north and south. Across the alley to the east is a mix of commercial and residential uses. The proposed project will fit in well with these existing uses and is appropriate in this location. City of Roanoke Development Regulations: This project will be developed in accordance with all applicable regulations including, but not limited to, the Roanoke City Zoning Ordinance and Roanoke City Stormwater Management Design Manual. The project is located within the Historic Neighborhood Overlay District. This district has specific requirements as defined in the City of Roanoke Zoning Ordinance which have been considered and will be followed as part of the Comprehensive Development Plan and Building Permit process. Transportation: As part of this project, we are providing trip generation calculations for the proposed development. Trip generation calculations are based on the ITE Trip Generation Manual, 12th Edition. Trip Generation Land Use AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour Weekday Proposed Development ITE Code Independent Variable Enter Exit Total Enter Exit Total Total Multi-Family Housing 220 22 Dwelling Units 2 7 9 7 4 11 137 Site-Generated Traffic As shown in the trip generation calculations, the proposed project is below the City of Roanoke Zoning Ordinance thresholds of 100 vehicle trips in the peak hour and 1,000 vehicle trips per day. Therefore, additional traffic analysis is not required or warranted. Summary: The project reinforces the goals of the base zoning district, future land use map, and meets the intent of the neighborhood plan for this area. The Roanoke area continues to need support to meet the demand of new housing units and new types of housing options. This new community will provide a new high-quality residential option for City residents along the existing Franklin Road corridor. Page 110 of 135 Page 111 of 135 Page 112 of 135 Page 113 of 135 Page 114 of 135 Page 115 of 135 2023-01-01 $105,700.00 $0.00 $105,700.00 2022-01-01 $105,700.00 $0.00 $105,700.00 IMPROVEMENTS: Primary Photo:Primary Sketch: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING DETAIL: 8/27/2026 4:51:12 PM2 of 3 Page 116 of 135 PROPERTY MAP: 8/27/2026 4:51:12 PM3 of 3 Page 117 of 135 Page 118 of 135 2023-01-01 $108,700.00 $0.00 $108,700.00 2022-01-01 $108,700.00 $0.00 $108,700.00 IMPROVEMENTS: Primary Photo:Primary Sketch: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING DETAIL: 8/27/2026 4:51:38 PM2 of 3 Page 119 of 135 PROPERTY MAP: 8/27/2026 4:51:38 PM3 of 3 Page 120 of 135 Page 121 of 135 2023-01-01 $163,200.00 $0.00 $163,200.00 2022-01-01 $163,200.00 $0.00 $163,200.00 IMPROVEMENTS: Primary Photo:Primary Sketch: RESIDENTIAL DWELLING DETAIL: 8/27/2026 4:52:21 PM2 of 3 Page 122 of 135 PROPERTY MAP: 8/27/2026 4:52:21 PM3 of 3 Page 123 of 135 Page 124 of 135 City Manager's Report Submitted by: Marc Nelson, Director Department of Economic Development October 19, 2026 Title: Public Hearing to Consider Boundary Amendments to Enterprise Zone One A. Adopted Resolution No. 43488-101926. (7-0) Background: Due to anticipated development of key properties not presently located within the City of Roanoke’s (City) Enterprise Zone One A (Zone), staff have identified the need to apply for boundary amendments to said Zone. If approved by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD), these amendments will add approximately 30.71 acres to the Zone while removing 41 acres from the Zone. A full list of property additions and deletions, as well as maps outlining these changes, is attached to this report. In accordance with DHCD regulations, a municipality’s permitted total maximum enterprise zone acreage is limited to seven percent of its total acreage, which for the City of Roanoke totals 1,922 acres. Amendments to zone boundaries and incentive programs are permitted once a year. Proposed amendments are due to DHCD by November 2nd, 2026. DHCD regulations require City Council to conduct a public hearing prior to submittal and approval of proposed amendments. Considerations: Recommended Action: Absent comments at the public hearing requiring further consideration, adopt a resolution to modify, as set forth above, the boundaries of Enterprise Zone One A, subject to approval by DHCD, with an effective date retroactive to a date approved by DHCD, as set forth above. Furthermore, authorize the City Manager to apply to DHCD for approval of the amendments referenced above and to take such further action and/or to execute such additional documents as may be needed to obtain or confirm such amendments and to meet the Program requirements throughout the life of the Zone. Valmarie Turner, City Manager Page 125 of 135 Page 126 of 135 Esri, NASA, NGA, USGS, FEMA, Sources: Esri, TomTom, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, © OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community Enterprise Zone Parcels Land Use Vacant Single Family Multi Family Commercial Other Roanoke City Enterprise Zone Vacant Acreage: 295 acres Single Family Acreage: 21 acres Multi Family Acreage: 11 acres Commercial Acreage: 1277 acres Other Acreage: 21 acres Right of Way Acreage: 284 acres Total Enterprise Acreage: 1902 acres Page 127 of 135 Esri, NASA, NGA, USGS, FEMA, Sources: Esri, TomTom, Garmin, FAO, NOAA, USGS, © OpenStreetMap contributors, and the GIS User Community Roanoke City Enterprise Zone 0 10.5 Miles ¯ Legend 2026 Proposed Additions - 30 acres 2026 Proposed Deletions - 41 acres Current Boundary - 1913 acres City Limits Sources: Esri, Vantor, Airbus DS, USGS, NGA, NASA, CGIAR, N Robinson, NCEAS, NLS, OS, NMA, Page 128 of 135 VITA, West Virginia GIS, Esri, HERE, Garmin, INCREMENT P, USGS, METI/NASA, EPA, USDA Roanoke City Enterprise Zone Legend Zoning CG: Commercial General CLS: Commercial Large Site CN: Commercial Neighborhood D: Downtown I-1: Light Industrial I-2: Heavy Industrial IN: Institutional INPUD: Institutional Planned Unit Dev MX: Mixed Use MXPUD: Mixed Use Planned Unit Dev R-5: Residential RM-1: Residential RM-2: Residential ROS: Recreation and Open Space UC: Urban Center UF: Urban Flex UC(c): Urban Center Conditional UF(c): Urban Flex Conditional ¯ 0 10.5 Miles Page 129 of 135 Name Address Acreage RINGANA - Parcel 1 2797 Frontage Road NW 25.3596 RINGANA - Parcel 2 2857 Frontage Road NW 5.1231 Boundless ABA 2202 Roanoke Ave SW 0.2294 Total 30.7121 Current Acreage 1913.0654 Additions 30.7121 Deletions 41 Total Acreage Utilization After Amendments 1902.7775 Allowable Acreage 1922 Page 130 of 135 Tax ID 6460101 6460109 1421308 Page 131 of 135 TAX ID ADDRESS ACREAGE OWNER ENTITY BUSINESS/USE 2200202 5401 Williamson Road 1.0047 Fort Knox Roanoke LLC Fort Knox - Self Storage 2200244 5411 Williamson Road 10.0243 Fort Knox Roanoke LLC Fort Knox - Self Storage 4311208 2133 Dale Ave SE 1.1984 Jetr LLC Vacant lot 4311206 2137 Dale Ave SE 1.5123 Jetr LLC Vacant lot 4311204 2121 Dale Ave SE 0.6793 Roanoke Zips LLC Car wash 4311209 2125 Dale Ave SE 0.8473 PS Southeast One Inc Self storage 4311207 2129 Dale Ave SE 1.6299 PS Southeast One Inc Self storage 4120901 1101 Jamison Ave SE 0.4918 Belmont Christian Church Trustees Belmont Christian Church 4120905 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.1116 TRS Belmont Christian Church Belmont Christian Church 4120906 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.1073 TRS Belmont Christian Church Belmont Christian Church 4120907 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.0924 TRS Belmont Christian Church Belmont Christian Church 4120908 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.1153 TRS Belmont Christian Church Belmont Christian Church 4120909 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.0986 TRS Belmont Christian Church Belmont Christian Church 4120910 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.097 TRS Belmont Christian Church Belmont Christian Church 4121101 0 11th ST SE 0.1817 TRS Belmont Christian Church Belmont Christian Church 4120819 1038 Bullitt Ave SE 0.1629 TRS Belmont Christian Church Belmont Christian Church 4121401 702 9th St SE 1.3134 Roanoke Ninth LLC CVS 4121410 702 9th St SE 0.2237 Roanoke Ninth LLC CVS 4121411 0 9th St SE 0.1785 Roanoke Ninth LLC CVS 4013002 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.0528 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4013003 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.0787 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4013004 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.0956 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4013009 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.0215 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4013010 0 6th St SE 0.1108 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4013011 0 Bullitt Ave SE 0.1221 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4013012 0 Bullitt Ave SE 0.1609 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4013014 612 Bullitt Ave SE 0.2478 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4013015 624 Bullitt Ave SE 0.8327 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4013018 632 Bullit Ave SE 0.1239 Gateway Project LLC Vacant Land 4120604 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.0985 BNE Restaurant Group III LLC Hardee's 4120605 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.1235 BNE Restaurant Group III LLC Hardee's 4120606 605 9th St SE 0.1241 BNE Restaurant Group III LLC Hardee's 4120607 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.1241 BNE Restaurant Group III LLC Hardee's 4120608 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.1225 BNE Restaurant Group III LLC Hardee's 4120609 0 Jamison Ave SE 0.1225 BNE Restaurant Group III LLC Hardee's Page 132 of 135 4120616 0 Bullitt Ave SE 0.1232 BNE Restaurant Group III LLC Hardee's 4120617 0 Bullitt Ave SE 0.1255 BNE Restaurant Group III LLC Hardee's 4120618 0 Bullitt Ave SE 0.1255 BNE Restaurant Group III LLC Hardee's 4120619 615 9th St SE 0.2482 Nath Bun Hardee's 2660425 3350 Melrose Ave NW Suite A 0.9115 Melrose Storage LLC Star City Self Storage  3042143 950 Orange Ave NE 1.5413 Thomas Holdings LLC Road Runner Express Car Wash 3042137 1020 Orange AVE NE 0.8912 Mark A Williams Doomsday Tactical 2011901 413 Old Gainsboro Rd NW 1.0828 CJC Global LLC Vacant Claytor Memorial Clinic 2011801 403 1st St NW 0.0277 Impact Housing Corporation Vacant Lawson Building 2011802 401 Gainsboro Rd NW 0.0484 Impact Housing Corporation Vacant Lawson Building 2011803 0 Gilmer Ave NW 0.0965 Impact Housing Corporation Vacant Lawson Building 3120918 2001 Plantation Road NE 4.0716 MG Roanoke / Plantation LLC Listed for lease 1050907 2221 Crystal Spring Ave SW 0.3101 Belle LY LLC Inactive Hotel Project 1050906 2217 Crystal Spring Ave SW 0.1721 South Roanoke Holdings LLC Inactive Hotel Project 5190104 3404 Brandon Ave SW 1.3478 Mama Jeans Barbecue LLC Mama Jeans 6530102 3695 Thirlane Rd NW 2.5215 Roanoke Star Hotel LLC Spark by Hilton Varied rights-of-way 4.7227 Proposed Sum 41.00 Page 133 of 135 Page 134 of 135 Page 135 of 135