After some last-minute fine-tuning of the language by the Planning Commission, Lexington residents will have a chance to weigh in on the proposed mixed use zoning district. “I think it’s time to let this one go out,” said Commissioner John Driscoll. “This needs to get vetted by a larger group.” The new zoning designation would allow developers to present plans for multiple business or residential buildings that would be given some flexibility in zoning requirements provided they met certain conditions set forth by the Planning Commission. The proposed district would apply to the area between the Lexington Fire Department and the Econolodge on South Main Street and between Sheetz and Kroger on East Nelson Street. Both areas are currently zoned for commercial use.
The Lexington City Planning Commission is recommending that City Council not approve a conditional use permit for a donut shop in The HUB of Lexington on South Main Street.
