Washington County Planning Commission holds hearing to discuss new zoning ordinance

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Washington County’s officials work to accommodate the growth in the area without affecting the rural parts of the county through a new proposed zoning ordinance.

The Washington County Planning Commission held a hearing on August 28 to go over the new plan which essentially designates land around most major roadways in the county for commercial use.

This would change the current ordinance that was adopted in 2006 which says all property in unincorporated Washington County is zoned for agricultural and residential use.

The hearing gave residents the chance to give feedback and opinions on the project. The proposal will go before the Washington County Quorum Court next month.

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