A property developer has filed a proposal (RZN18-0008/ORD 1872) with the Town of Blacksburg to change the zoning of 1222 Patrick Henry Dr. from R5 to Planned Residential (PR). See more information at http://www.VoteNoOn1222.net.

We, the undersigned, are opposed to any rezoning of the property not currently envisioned by the Town of Blacksburg’s Comprehensive Plan because it will have a negative impact on our quality of life. Specifically, we reject any higher density residential development of this parcel as it will:

• cause more overflow parking in our neighborhood
• cause an inordinate amount of light pollution
• increase the amount of noise
• adversely impact our property values
• increase trash and broken glass along the path and in the green space/neighbor’s yards
• increase traffic congestion along Patrick Henry Drive, Progress Street, and Tom’s Creek Road
• set a precedent of increasing density on properties adjacent to single family homes