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36-0118

An act amending Official Zoning Map No. STZ-1 1, St. Thomas to rezone Parcel No. 100-1C Estate Taarneberg, King’s Quarter, St. Thomas from R-3 (Residential-Medium Density) to B-1 (Business-Central Business District)

2025-2026 Regular Session

Rezones Estate Taarneberg parcel in St. Thomas from residential to commercial district use, enabling business development in previously residential area.

Sent to Lt. Governor
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Bill Summary · 36-0118

Legislative bill overview

This bill rezones a specific parcel of land (100-1C Estate Taarneberg) in St. Thomas from medium-density residential use to central business district use. The rezoning change has already been approved by the Governor and sent to the Lt. Governor for final action.

Why is this important

Zoning changes directly affect land value, property tax potential, and neighborhood character. This conversion from residential to commercial use could facilitate business development on the parcel but may also alter the residential character of the King's Quarter area and impact neighboring property owners' interests.

Potential points of contention

  • Neighborhood impact: Converting residential-zoned land to commercial use may concern residents in the area about increased traffic, noise, and changes to neighborhood character
  • Property owner implications: Neighbors with R-3 zoned properties may see their property values or development options affected by commercial adjacency
  • Community input: The legislative record doesn't clarify whether affected residents and stakeholders were consulted during the zoning change process

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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