MINUTES PAGE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION March 11, 2025 Members Present Catherine Grech, Secretary, District 1 Jared Burner, Chairman, District 3 William Turner, Vice Chairman, District 5 Members Absent Chris Adams, District 2 Staff] Present Josh Hahn Tracy Clatterbuck Cassie Richards Call to Order Chairman Burner called the March 11, 2025 Page County Planning Commission Regular Meeting to order in the Board of Supervisors (BOS) Room located at the Page County Government Center, 103 S Court Street, Luray, Virginia at 7:00 p.m. The call to order was followed by The Pledge of4 Allegiance and a Moment ofSilence. Chairman Burner reminded all commissioners and speakers to please turn on and/or speak into the microphones. Mr. Hahn conducted an attendance roll call. Adoption of Agenda Ms. Grech made the motion to adopt the agenda, as presented, and Mr. Turner seconded the motion. Chairman Burner asked all those in favor to signify by saying "aye," and there were audible "ayes." He asked all those opposed to signify like sign, and there was no opposition voiced. Chairman Burner stated the minutes were adopted as amended. Citizen Comments on Agenda Items Mr. Hahn noted nobody had signed up to speak. New Business A. Adoption of Minutes- February 25, 2025 Chairman Burner allowed some time for any necessary changes to be noted. Ms. Grech noted that the Call to Order section could probably be stated in a more general way, in the future. She made a motion to adopt the minutes, as presented, and Mr. Turner seconded the motion. Chairman Burner asked all those in favor to signify by saying "aye," 9 and there were audible "ayes. He asked all those opposed to signify like sign, and there was no opposition voiced. Chairman Burner stated the minutes were adopted as presented. B. Daniel Housden- Special Use Permit for Commercial Workshop (Introduction) Ms. Clatterbuck read the staff memo for the special use permit (SUP) application dated March 4, 2025. Mr. Hahn read portions ofthe Page County Comprehensive Plan section of that staff memo. There was discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan's "Development Guidelines" and how the Plan may not adequately address certain commercial types of operations in agricultural areas in this section. There was discussion on how noise and dust would be mitigated. Regarding dust, Ms. Grech expressed concerns about whether the dust and machinery could create an additional fire hazard. She asked stafft to contact the Building Planning Commission Minutes- March 11, 2025 Official or Emergency Services regarding fire risk and the need for fire extinguishers. Ms. Grech made a motion to schedule a public hearing on the special use permit for the April 8, 2025 Regular meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Turner. Chairman Burner asked Mr. Hahn to conduct a roll call. The motion passed, unanimously (3-0). Unfinished Business A. Zoning Ordinance Amendments: Banquet/Event Facilities Mr. Hahn read portions of the staff report with the subject "Chapter 125- Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments Related to Event Venues" dated March 7, 2025. He summarized the history ofthe proposed ordinance amendments, including what had taken place at recent Board ofs Supervisors meetings regarding this proposal as well as recent actions regarding the Festivals Ordinance. He also summarized concerns oft the County Attorney, as made to staffa and relayed to the Board of Supervisors at the February 3, 2025 work session, which was described in the March 7, 2025 staff memo. In addition to the staff memo, Mr. Hahn relayed the following feedback he had received from three Board Members: One Board Member preferred outdoor event venues not be allowed unless there was a pavilion or similar structure, along with permanent restroom facilities adequate for the number of guests. This Board Member's primary concern seemed to be safety during bad weather, as it is unlikely for events (especially weddings) to be cancelled last second. One Board Member thought outdoor events venues should be allowed, but the County should be careful in allowing event venues in conjunction with short-term tourist rentals. One Board Member thought outdoor events could be allowed, provided adequate tents are used to provide shelter in bad weather. However, language should be included to require the tent be removed within a certain number of days of the event, limit the number of events that are outdoor, and other measures used to mitigate adverse impact of surrounding property owners, including effective screening. Ms. Grech expressed concern about eliminating language related to temporary restroom facilities. State requirements for permanent restrooms may change. There was general discussion about outdoor event. There was also discussion about potentially changing the minimum acreage requirement. Next steps were discussed. Mr. Hahn noted that the County Attorney would be present at the March 25, 2025 work session and could speak directly to his concerns about the current proposal. B. Zoning Subcommittee Report Ms. Grech provided an update on the Zoning Subcommittee. They are currently working on the Use Matrix, reviewing the Industrial use category. The next meeting is March 18, 2025 at 4 p.m. C. Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee Report Ms. Grech provided an update on the Comprehensive Plan Subcommittee. They met on March 61 to discuss Agriculture, and they heard perspectives from a few farmers. They also met on Page 2 of3 Planning Commission Minutes- March 11, 2025 March 13 to discuss goals and policies for Transportation and Agriculture. The next meeting is April 3, 2025 at 6 p.m. Open Citizen Comment Period Mr. Hahn noted nobody had signed up to speak. Chairman's Report Chairman Burner had no report. Clerk's Report Mr. Hahn noted that Board Chairman Weakley will be present at the March 25, 2025 meeting to discuss his perspective on functional rights-of-way. Ms. Clatterbuck mentioned she has an upcoming SUP application for a banquet/event facility, and Ms. Richards mentioned she has another upcoming SUP application for banquet/event facility. Adjourn Mr. Turner made a motion to adjourn. Ms. Grech seconded the motion. Chairman Burner adjourned the meeting at 7:58 p.m. GedçBuan Jayéd Burner, Chairman Page 3 of3