Morgantown Zoning Decisions: July 2026

In July 2026, Morgantown held 1 public meeting covering zoning matters. 3 zoning decisions had a recorded outcome this month: 2 approved (67% approval rate), 1 denied. Activity was down 7% compared to June (207 activity items across 2 meetings).

Zoning Decisions This Month

Conditional use for halfway house at 1493 University Avenue (Abundant Life)

Denied.

Abundant Life Recovery Housing Network sought conditional use under section 1331.05 for a halfway house use in the R2 district at 1493 University Avenue (former fraternity/sorority house, 33-bed capacity, ~30 residents). Represented at the hearing by Reverend Doctor Matthew Johnson. WVU (VP Erin Neumeier and General Counsel Stephanie Taylor) and St. John University Parish opposed on location/safety grounds; numerous residents and supporters testified in favor. Montegalia County Commission (chairman Mr. Bloom) submitted a letter of concern. Findings of fact were not accepted; the Board denied on findings that the applicant failed to demonstrate the most appropriate use of land is encouraged and that value of surrounding buildings will be conserved. Denied, with Mr. Martin in favor.

See the vote tally and conditions for this decision →

Parking lot variance at 699 Burroughs Street (Advantage Health)

Approved.

Advantage Health sought variance relief from sections 1365 and 1367 regarding parking lot island/landscaping requirements and to allow gravel instead of concrete/asphalt for a temporary loop road behind the building, in the B2 service business district. Related to DOH condemnation on Van Voorhis affecting the property entrance. Findings of fact and variance both approved.

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Sign variance at 200 Belmar Avenue (Matt Wise)

Approved.

Matt Wise sought variance relief from section 1369.07 regarding sign size standards in the R2 district. Proposed 35 square foot wall sign (Greek letters for a fraternity) exceeds the 12 square feet permitted by right, requiring a variance of 23 square feet. Not illuminated; material permitted. Findings of fact and variance both approved.

See the vote tally and conditions for this decision →

Top Keywords This Month

• variance: 64 instances
• conditional use: 44 instances
• zoning: 30 instances
• residential: 15 instances
• commercial: 4 instances

What to Watch

• Conditional use mentions were up 389% from June.

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