Rising Tide flows again Jun 18, 2008
You can t do spot zoning, unfortunately, he said. We have to figure out a way and figure to do a zoning that will work for this particular project without hurting us adversely down the road. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Proposed zoning change would benefit Kaya hotel plan Jun 12, 2008
For many in opposition, the issue was not just the grandness of the hotel but the possibility of spot zoning. Against the zoning change and the proposed hotel, Stash Horowitz, vice president of the Association of Cambridge Neighborhoods, said spot zoning was changing a zoning ordinance in one small area for the benefit of one landowner to avoid carefully considered height and density levels ... While City Councilor Sam Seidel believed Porter Square could handle greater density, he was concerned... (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Spotsy approves office buildings Spotsylvania's Board of Supervisors gave a thumbs up to office buildings planned for Mine Road. Jun 11, 2008
Neighbors say the office park causes "spot zoning" because it splits residential properties ... Mine Road resident Jay Mason said approving this rezoning will set a precedent and make it difficult for supervisors to deny rezoning they consider to be spot zoning. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
County weighs zoning north of Lolo: Commissioners want to ensure proper studies, improvements required for controversial gravel pit May 30, 2008
Deputy County Attorney Mike Sehestedt does not believe this is spot zoning because it's a large chunk of land and would be zoned in accordance with the growth plan, which is residential. It is unlikely that interim zoning would last longer than one year, Sehestedt said. (Missoulian, MT)
Council denies rezoning May 30, 2008
The Jackson County Banner - Local News. The Seymour Common Council denied rezoning for six duplexes, approved an ordinance concerning land-use variances, discussed Recycle to Ride and the noise ordinance, and accepted compliance with statement of benefits from 18 local industries at the May 27 meeting. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Planning Board and schools takes center stage at Town Meeting May 23, 2008
I'm against it because it is spot zoning, said Brown. Last up for the night was the schools, asking the floor to pass article 24, funding for school improvements and equipment. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Related says court ruling irrelevant to land use hearing May 21, 2008
"Spot zoning and due process violations were neither raised nor tried in this DOAH proceeding -- and they could not have been," the Related filing says. A call to Related attorney John Shubin was not immediately returned. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
As it grows, Genzyme makes its presence felt May 17, 2008
O'Neil said of the articles, "This is sort of what we call spot zoning.". The sole benefactor to the proposals, said O'Neil, was Genzyme. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Zoning plan eases permit rules for downtown homeowners May 15, 2008
Zeamer said one resident bordering the new district objected to the changes at Town Meeting last week, and others had questioned if the changes were a case of spot zoning. But Sherman said the Planning Board views the new district as a pilot project as it studies how to more broadly address zoning shortcomings in this part of town. (Holliston Tab, MA)
New Fareway advances on vote May 15, 2008
He stated that while he disliked what he considered spot zoning from the beginning, he considered the matter of the placement already agreed upon. "I am left now dumbfounded," he said. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Planning Board looks at billboard proposal May 15, 2008
Some Planning Board members expressed concerns that allowing a sign on one spot along the highway would be considered spot zoning, which is illegal ... You have to be careful about spot zoning. (Chelmsford Independent, MA)
Peer review says Walgreens road plan to improve traffic May 13, 2008
sharon setz wrote on May 13, 2008 7:17 AM:" This is so incredible to me...this is an absolute bribe! Who cares if the 700k will improve the traffic? The company hired was paid for by the developers? Are they doing this out of the kindness of their hearts? No, they are doing it because they have already bribed the city council with traffic improvements! It is an outrage!! Aren't there any legal avenues to stop this city manager and council from this kind of activity? Why do we have zones if the... (Courier Publications, ME)
Judge panel nixes Miami-Dade OK of Related project May 13, 2008
The majority in the 11th Judicial Circuit of Florida cited four issues as the basis for its ruling: Miami Mayor Manny Diaz's ex parte communication with the developer after the commission's approval; the commission's vote resulted in spot zoning; a substantial square footage change in the application without public review; and a violation of procedural order during the application's review ... "The commission departed from the essential requirements of the law in allowing the rezoning of an... (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Framingham historic home measure stands up at TM May 12, 2008
Town Meeting member Betty Muto, meanwhile, questioned whether the proposal constituted spot zoning while making her case for reconsideration. Town Meeting member Linda Romero, however, dismissed the calls for reconsideration. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Neighbors are against Spotsylvania office proposal Rezoning for Mine Road medical offices scheduled for a vote Tuesday; supervisors must decide whether project is good growth or spot zoning May 12, 2008
Rezoning for Mine Road medical offices scheduled for a vote Tuesday; supervisors must decide whether project is good growth or spot zoning ... Is a proposal for two medical office complexes off Mine Road sensible growth or spot zoning ... Residents who live near the proposed project call it spot zoning, which is when land in an existing neighborhood is singled out and placed in a different use from that of neighboring property. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Voters OK majority of warrant May 10, 2008
Brad Reed of Randall Road, a former Planning Board member, was concerned that the Wireless Overlay District, Article 11, amounted to spot zoning and would defeat the protection of putting cell towers on large parcels far from abutters. Planning Board Chairman Larry Delaney said the district does not guarantee a tower will be built and does not change existing provisions. (Bolton Common, MA)
CIA pursues dorm plan May 8, 2008
Town Supervisor Pompey Delafield was initially reluctant to cooperate with the request, because, he said, "spot zoning" - changing a specific plot of land without addressing the entire comprehensive plan - is considered highly unethical, and could even result in legal problems. However, Delafield did concede to create a separate commission, tasked with the responsibility of sifting through the problem and arriving at a solution. (Hyde Park Townsman, NY)
Third strike for 'Angenica Woods' May 6, 2008
But Zoning Board member Barbara Shefftz and others said that the proposal struck them as a textbook example of impermissible spot zoning. Needing a two-thirds majority to prevail, the proposal fell well short. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
Legal snafu derails vote on waterfront property May 3, 2008
Szarmach claims in his lawsuit that the commission was "spot zoning," and failed to give him proper notification about the meeting. Schultz said spot zoning is considered five acres or less, and also said "it's not the commission's job" to notify affected residents or business owners of the meeting. (Valley News, CT)
Judge denies Indian Lake lawsuit Apr 19, 2008
He called the amended ordinance a classic case of spot zoning. Spot zoning occurs when a small area of land or section in an existing neighborhood is singled out and placed in a different zone from that of neighboring property ... In Pennsylvania spot zoning is illegal. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Spot zoning issue concerns supervisors Apr 17, 2008
Planner Keith Dennis said there was the possibility the spot zoning could lead to more requests ... Supervisor Paul Newman said he had problems with spot zoning and had been told by the former deputy county attorney John MacKinnon that all spot zoning was illegal ... Deputy County Attorney Britt Hanson said the regulations against spot zoning only prevent those that would be incompatible with current uses. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Mistake means city will likely hold extra hearing Apr 10, 2008
That request was denied during a Dec. 20, 2007, meeting of the planning commission due to concerns about spot zoning. The Hajdaszes and Waterhouses again went before the planning commission March 6 with a request to rezone the property to light industrial instead of commercial. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Griffin School apartments no longer to be 55-and-older Apr 3, 2008
The Pission does not do spot zoning, but Mr. Seacrist has confidence that everything could be resolved satisfactorily to the town. "Our goal is to get that place cleaned up," said Mr. Seacrist, referring to the school's current boarded-up condition. (Town Times, CT)
Chatham shoots down Twin Pines Apr 3, 2008
Mary Catherine Plaster, who lives near the former school, warned council against "spot zoning" and presented a petition signed by about 50 people opposed to Twin Pines. "I'm very much against you devaluing our neighborhood," she said. (Chatham Star Tribune, VA)
WALES SPEED ZONING CODE CHANGE Apr 3, 2008
In many cases, Klinck said, the plan eliminates "spot zoning.". The proposed zoning changes target land on Route 78 from between Hunters Creek and Merlau roads; on Route 16 in South Wales from where Cazenovia Creek crosses underneath Olean Road to the Holland town line on the south. (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
Rockland neighbors say they will never tire in fight against Walgreens Mar 31, 2008
sharon setz wrote on Mar 30, 2008 9:02 PM:" Of course the 700k bribe will solve some of the problems created when we accepted the bribes from Wal Mart and Home Depot. I clearly remember being told that when another lane was added to the entrance of Home Depot it would mean no traffic back-up would occur...but as anyone who lives here knows, the traffic backs up from Wal Mart/Home Depot all the way through the light and down to Dow Furniture ALL summer long. Isn't there some little caveat called... (Courier Publications, ME)
Zoning district would stymie gravel pit Mar 26, 2008
He accused the district s backers of gerrymandering the boundaries to get needed support and said the push amounts to spot zoning because it only excludes one use. He also noted the company s materials are a needed commodity in the area. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Ringgold enhancing daily life: city recreation areas coming together Mar 26, 2008
According to Council member Terry Crawford, the council could not approve the request because it is within a R-2 section and a change would be illegal spot zoning. Approve a request for Ringgold United Methodist Church conditional use for a preschool on Sparks Street. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Planning commission adds requirements to Supernaw CPA office to address concerns Mar 22, 2008
carlotta wrote on Mar 20, 2008 8:38 PM:" This sounds like spot zoning. At least there were numerous restrictions. Look at Cheboygan County's firestorm passage of similar items like a lumberjack show location and dog kennels where none ever were in the vicinity before. Now there's an issue with affecting surrounding property values! And those property values are unlikely to be considered as diminished for tax purposes. Bet there's a good story behind how people get on these boards. ". Leave a... (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Potential buyers for Northern Bait property back out Mar 20, 2008
As a result of the hearing, the commission recommended that the property remain zoned agricultural, based on the "potential influence on the neighboring property owners, the impacts of possible future industrial use and to avoid the resulting spot zoning.". The city council received the recommendation during their meeting Tuesday night and deliberated on the issue further. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Dover Knolls returns: Town board assumes authority over site plan review Mar 7, 2008
"How will you avoid spot zoning?". Attorneys for the town board from the firm of Hogan and Rossi assured both residents and the board that the amendment would not create an instance of spot zoning. (Henrietta Post, NY)
Developers unveil plan for junkyard Mar 6, 2008
He also said the amendment may be interpreted as spot zoning, which is illegal under state law ... Like Nelson, she raised the spot zoning issue and questioned the gravity of the developer's hardship. (Conshohocken Recorder, PA)
Four post bond after arrests at juice bar Mar 4, 2008
Belt or spot zoning would require state-level legislation, and local lawmakers have indicated they would try to help if this is the way county leaders with such a proposal. Before commenting read the News Tribune Forum's Thanks. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
City officials consider rezoning near Bailey Lake Feb 21, 2008
At the Jan. 8 city council meeting, however, City Attorney Randi Osberg felt the changes could be considered spot zoning, and therefore, the council did not immediately grant the rezoning request. In order to rectify the situation, planning commission chairman Joe Atwood submitted a letter with his recommendation, which was considered at the council meeting Tuesday, Feb. 12. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Village Board focuses on planning department report Feb 21, 2008
The committee thinks they have come up with good ideas for usage of these properties, without discriminatory or spot zoning. It also brings in the design element. (Pawling News Chronicle, NY)
Upscale apartment complex receives go-ahead Feb 15, 2008
He added that he feels the rezoning is not a spot zoning issue since it is residential ... Council member John Reinhart said he felt it was spot zoning and asked that council use a master plan to locate apartment complexes in the future. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
MARILLA BOARD REZONES LAND FOR FARM Jan 19, 2008
Unknown to the Youngers when they bought the Coleman Road parcel several years ago, the property was surrounded by agriculturally zoned land, but their property was zoned RR in a quirk of spot zoning adopted by that 1990s Town Board, thus preventing the Youngers from legally operating the nursery and tree farm on the site ... "Spot zoning is something that we should not probably do," Foss quoted Town Attorney Nathan Neill as telling him after Foss conceded that the board was considering an... (East Aurora Advertiser, NY)
More of this story Jan 12, 2008
"Define it as a proper industrial area, or define it as residential, and we'll deal with it. We just don't want to end up landlocked, and we don't want to see spot zoning.". Gallo added that residential development in recent years, while leading to complaints about his business' trucks and noise, have also brought much-needed street improvements. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Learning to apply the land use policy Dec 21, 2007
It amounts to spot zoning. It messes up pretty good policy. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Council passes land use amendment Dec 20, 2007
Six people spoke against the land use amendment, including Sue Ravenscroft, who called the amendment "a tortured exercise in stealth spot zoning." ... "We are following the wrong process here," he said, mentioning an inappropriate use of city staff, committing what he considered to be spot zoning, and interpreting the land use policy plan "any way we see fit.". (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Town proposes resolution to dispute with Culinary Institute Dec 20, 2007
Town Supervisor Pompey Delafield said the board would look into the matter, but could not accommodate the institution immediately because simply moving a parcel of land from one district to another is spot zoning and is forbidden by state law. The town board elected to form a committee to look into the matter more rigorously. (Hyde Park Townsman, NY)
The wrong thing is the right thing Dec 19, 2007
Councilmember Riad Mahayni, on the other hand, objected, on the grounds that such an amendment would amount to spot zoning. For policy's sake, that also would be the wrong thing. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Commission sets gravel pit hearing Dec 14, 2007
The county is researching whether interim zoning would lead to spot zoning, which is illegal, or whether interim zoning would actually affect JTL's proposed project because the ball is already rolling on it. Gallatin County commissioners recently rejected an interim zoning request by neighbors who wanted to halt a number of gravel pits proposed for the Gallatin Gateway and Amsterdam-Churchill areas. (Missoulian, MT)
Zoning commission discusses apartments in industrial zones Dec 14, 2007
Commission member Barry Berson commented during the meeting that due to the site sizes described in the draft amendment, it was moving away from the concept of spot zoning. The draft establishes a limit of 16 units per acre, a minimum width of 20 feet for interior streets and a maximum building height of 60 feet. (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
Neighbors to appeal Fairview Inn ruling Dec 12, 2007
Neighbors sued the city, saying the change amounted to spot zoning. Mark and Anita Modak-Truran live at 735 Fairview St., across from the inn. (The Clarion-Ledger)
DEQ: Zoning, not opinion, rules gravel pit near Lolo Dec 9, 2007
Deputy County Attorney Mike Sehestedt is looking into whether zoning only a small part of Lolo could be challenged as spot zoning. It's a stopgap measure to prevent an operation that was never anticipated, Shults said. (Missoulian, MT)
Gravel pit proposal brings out the town Dec 5, 2007
It's arguable that zoning a small area could be considered spot zoning, said Deputy County Attorney Mike Sehestedt. Zoning a large area could affect all development in the entire region. (Missoulian, MT)
Council reconsiders zoning request Dec 1, 2007
Opponents of the rezoning say it is spot zoning and not conducive to the surrounding area. Several are worried that property values would decrease, crime and traffic would increase and that the nearby bosque could be damaged by increased storm runoff. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
City approves controversial zoning request Nov 20, 2007
Residents against the rezoning argued that is was spot zoning and not conducive with the surrounding area. Several were worried that property values would decrease, crime and traffic would increase and that the nearby bosque could be damaged by increased storm runoff. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Letters to the Editor Nov 10, 2007
We do not want spot zoning in Fulton or R3 on Third and Broadway ... To grant it would be an example of spot zoning for special interest. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Wanted: Developers to give Fourth and Jackson a fresh look Nov 9, 2007
The Moderate wrote on Nov 9, 2007 5:22 AM:" This sounds like "spot zoning". I thought LK in Council Members were against "spot zoning". Or at least that is what they said when some guy was trying to get his property rezoned to Local Business for his Gun Shop. ". Darwin wrote on Nov 9, 2007 5:18 AM:" My condolences to the nice people who've built their families in this neighborhood only to watch it become a very different place. I can't imagine having to be afraid to walk down my street at night.... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
A troubling development Nov 1, 2007
The site mentions the Arshads by name, includes pictures of their house and the property, and questions whether a zoning change affecting this one property would constitute the illegal practice of "spot zoning.". Two neighbors attended the recent ARPC meeting. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Mahayni stands up for what he believes Oct 31, 2007
Mahayni voted in favor of the grocery store in its first proposal, which failed the full council, but against a second reworked proposal, which passed the full council, because it looked to him like spot zoning. It is true of public service that if you vote your own opinion sometimes you're going to make people mad. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Mahayni: Professional life brings experience Oct 28, 2007
"One of the worst things to do is spot zoning. Convenience commercial nodes are an integral part of the land use plan. If you want to address their criteria, that will be fine, it deals with the whole city. But this was something dictated by one area.". Mahayni said he supported the Wolford development from the beginning. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Ruling in Latta Village lawsuit favors plaintiffs Oct 27, 2007
The spot zoning allegation stems from the fact that the project is at odds with surrounding zoning and the town s plan. Since the zoning went forward the town has produced a new plan for the Beatties Ford Road corridor. (Huntersville Herald, NC)
Council blasts theft from city fire truck Oct 4, 2007
"This is spot zoning, pure and simple," Zahnle stated. Aldermen also adopted ordinances annexing land owned by LeRoy Brown into the southeastern portion of the city, and rezoning from agricultural to residential use property being purchased by Angie Barker at 2200 S. Johnson St.. (Macomb Journal, IL)
Fulton council to address zoning issues Oct 1, 2007
At the Sept. 17 planning and zoning meeting, a number of Adams' neighbors including Laura Ward, who spoke again Tuesday night argued against the proposal, citing concerns with spot zoning, increased traffic, frequent yard sales, a porch and yard constantly cluttered with furniture and a decline in the historical value of the neighborhood. Adams addressed all of those issues during her presentation Tuesday. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Parking is never really free’ Sep 30, 2007
Once again a spot zoning change for a single project for a well known developer with a good reputation is determining policy rather than measured study and community input. The issues here aren t the developer or even an apartment, but the suitability of an apartment of this size at this location and the standards this spot zoning change sets for the future ... It is well past time for the council to consider the overall best needs of all of our neighborhoods rather than pick away at them one... (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Committee delays decision on mining ordinance Sep 27, 2007
Industrial zoning of nonmetallic mining sites will result in spot zoning in the county, he predicted. The proposed changes would make a very restrictive ordinance, and the state s Department of Natural Resources already requires stormwater runoff control and air emissions control for dust. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Camden commission overturns P&Z ruling Sep 22, 2007
About 20 single-family residences at the 54-mile marker had protested the development and said it would bring with it 'spot zoning,' open up the ability to utilize the property in other ways and would have a negative overall impact on their community. The property owner said the lot where the storage units would be built is not visible to the residents and that the project was a way to earn extra income for retirement. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
P&Z to recommend Lakeview rezone Sep 19, 2007
Other neighbors, however, disagreed, many of them arguing that the change constituted spot zoning and also that putting in a business would detract from the neighborhood's historic value ... Both Albright and Dye also argued that rezoning Adams' property would constitute spot zoning ... his is spot zoning again, Baxter said. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Pizza shop, SoZo avoid rezoning Sep 14, 2007
Snyder said the commission was trying to avoid "spot zoning" the building; therefore, in order to change the building's zoning designation, the commission would have to alter the entire block's designation. "You can't just rezone one building," council member Craig Humphrey said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Panel denies rezoning for animal shelter on Southside Sep 12, 2007
Planning Commission member Maurice Webber moved to deny the request and Wayne West, citing the case would be spot zoning and not a firm commitment was made to purchase or lease the property, seconded his motion. have some reservations, said Phillip Long, another commission member. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Who wears the white hat in rezoning? Sep 7, 2007
Allowing the industry to put down roots amounted to a spot zoning, Snellville planners said ... For the reasons why this proposal is just another example of the spot zoning and insensible development for which Gwinnett has become known, visit the community web site at. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Commission approves rezoning Sep 7, 2007
Louisa County Assistant County Attorney Adam Parsons told he Commission that, because of the geography and the proximity to an existing industry, there shouldn t be any spot zoning issues. Johnson said the next step is to advise the Louisa County Board of Supervisors of the Commission s recommendation, which he plans to do at the next supervisors regular meeting Tuesday, then the supervisors would need to hold a public hearing. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
