Summary
A church that's been renting Kings Fork High School for five years wants to turn the old New Dominion film studio into its permanent home. The rezoning and use permit head to City Council June 17 — commissioners heard only support.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jun 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
The church will renovate the existing building rather than build new; demolition of old film sets and parking improvements are planned.
The congregation gains a permanent home and the Hill Point community gains a civic use compatible with the comprehensive plan.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Meeting Agendas (Regular) - Jun 17, 2026
The Mount @ Suffolk won rezoning and a use permit for 1000 Film Way, putting a vacant six-acre studio site back into community use for worship, mentoring and outreach with a 256-seat sanctuary cap.
Planning Commission Meeting Agendas - May 21, 2026
A church that's been renting Kings Fork High School for five years wants to turn the old New Dominion film studio into its permanent home. The rezoning and use permit head to City Council June 17 — commissioners heard only support.
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