[CPEO-MEF] Development ban planned near Oceana Naval Air Station (VA)

[Lenny Siegel <lsiegel@cpeo.org>]

Commission approves plans for Oceana area

By JON W. GLASS
The Virginian-Pilot
December 15, 2005


VIRGINIA BEACH — The Planning Commission on Wednesday endorsed plans 
designed to balance the needs of the city's two big economic engines – 
Oceana Naval Air Station and the resort area.

In one move, the commission unanimously recommended approval of a 
proposed ban on new homes and most new businesses in Accident Potential 
Zone 1, the area outside Oceana where the risk of a jet crash is greatest.

In an 8-1 vote, the panel backed a sweeping change of development rules 
that city officials hope will transform the resort into a bustling, 
year-round attraction while preserving Oceana's mission.

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Lenny Siegel
Director, Center for Public Environmental Oversight
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