DPNR Recommends Denial of St. John Trucking Rezoning; Lawmakers Weigh Compromise

The V.I. Department of Planning and Natural Resources has recommended denial of a St. John rezoning request that would allow a commercial trucking operation to house vehicles and equipment in a residential area, though lawmakers appear willing to explore whether restrictions or other conditions could offer a compromise. Bill 36-0307 seeks to rezone Parcel No. 17-D-5 Estate Adrian, No. 18, Cruz Bay Quarter, St. John, consisting of 0.83 acres, from R-1, Residential-Low Density, to B-3, Business Scattered. The proposed rezoning would allow the establishment of a commercial trucking operation, including equipment storage facilities for water delivery and construction. During Friday’s Committee of the Whole meeting, Planning Technician Keshoi Samuel said a public meeting on the request produced “strong and unified public opposition to the proposed rezoning.” Residents raised concerns about whether the trucking operation would be compatible with the surrounding residential neighborhood. O...