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Public hearing: special permit for a private school at 1301 Abrams Road
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What this is
Council will hold a public hearing on Zoning File 24-02, a request to allow a private school inside an existing building on an 8.6-acre lot zoned Local Retail LR-M(2) at 1301 Abrams Road, on the east side of Abrams Road north of Walnut Street.
Why it matters
Neighbors and nearby businesses will have the opportunity to comment before council decides whether to allow a private school at this location.
Council action
Motion to deny the request as presented
Moved by Ken Hutchenrider. Seconded by Curtis Dorian.
5 yes · 1 no
| Arefin Shamsul | Yes |
| Curtis Dorian | Yes |
| Dan Barrios | No |
| Joe Corcoran | Yes |
| Ken Hutchenrider | Yes |
| Jennifer Justice | Yes |
Timeline
- July 10, 2026 Agenda posted — April 22, 2024 meeting
- April 22, 2024 Vote taken — April 22, 2024 meeting · Denied 5-1
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — April 22, 2024
Hold public hearing
Official agenda language
PUBLIC HEARING, ZONING FILE 24-02, A REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF A SPECIAL PERMIT FOR A PRIVATE SCHOOL ON AN 8.6-ACRE LOT CURRENTLY ZONED LOCAL RETAIL LR-M(2) LOCATED WITHIN AN EXISTING BUILDING AT 1301 ABRAMS ROAD, ON THE EAST SIDE OF ABRAMS ROAD, NORTH OF WALNUT STREET.
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