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Worsham Hamlet Faces Rejection | Richmond News
A controversial mixed-use development called Worsham Hamlet, promising up to 64 homes and shops on 35 acres in Powhatan County, faced its first public vote — and lost. The planning commission voted 3 to 2 to deny the rezoning, citing concerns over traffic, density, and the project’s mismatch with the county’s rural character. While county staff supported approval and commissioners highlighted housing needs for families and schools, opponents feared the development’s scale and impact. The final decision now rests with Powhatan supervisors, who will decide the fate of this ambitious — and…
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