What I'm learning about Zoning...

The text below is a direct quote from the City of Jackson's website. You can view it by clicking here.

And, I post it here, because Walt Wofford and I are applying for a special exception for 1104 N Jefferson St. Jackson, MS. We'd like to open a completely new Professional Real Estate office (called... NeighborHouse) for the betterment of the Belhaven neighborhood, the preservation and appreciation of comparable sales and to work as a resource center in real estate transactions for not only the Belhaven neighborhoods, but for the entire Tri-County area. So, here's what we are filing for - A Special Exception. And, it's safe for the neighborhood because:

• The designation only follows with ownership of the building.  So, if we sell it the Special Exception must be reevaluated.
• The Special Exception is annual-ably renewable.  In other words - If the people of Belhaven dislike the anything that is happening in this location the special exception won't be renewed.
• It's the higher use of a what is seen as a problem property.

So, here's what the city of Jackson says about Special Exception, and if you'd like to pop in and sign our petition it should be live on our blog www.theneighborhouse.blogspot.com by Saturday April 4th. 

"What is a Special Exception, Variance, or Use Permit?

Special Exceptions, Variances and Use Permits all require the same action as a rezoning. Please refer to the Zoning Action Application for additional information needed.

Special Exceptions are permitted on some properties whereby residential structures may be used for professional offices. Exterior alterations to the structure are prohibited, off-street parking can not be in the front yard, and landscaping screening is required.

How can I find out how my property is zoned?
To verify the zoning of property and uses permitted, contact the Land Development Division front desk (601-960-2037). The Official Zoning Map is available online in PDF format."


Commerce Street Overlay District
Fortification Street Rezoning Project
C-4 Down Mixed Use Zoning District Map
For More Information Contact:
Land Development Division
200 S. President St., Room 204
Jackson, MS
601-960-2037 or jwarnsley@city.jackson.ms.us