S-26-027 Firefly Energy LLC (White)
FIREFLY ENERGY LLC
SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION FOR
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION ACCESS
PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, VIRGINIA
PARCEL # 2379-43-7346 (WHITE)
Firefly Energy LLC
98 San Jacinto Blvd, Suite 750
Austin, TX 78701
July 2026
FIREFLY ENERGY LLC
SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION
PARCEL # 2379-43-7346 (WHITE)
PRE-APPLICATION DOCUMENTATION
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT P.O. Drawer D • 53 N. Main Street
Chatham, Virginia 24531 Phone (434) 432-1767 Email: permits@pittgov.org
Special Use Permit Pre-Application
Information & Applicant Acknowledgment
Purpose of the Pre-Application Meeting
Before submitting a Special Use Permit (SUP) application, applicants should understand the SUP
process, required materials, timeline, and responsibilities. Reviewing this information with staff—
whether informally or during a scheduled appointment—serves as the County’s pre‑application
meeting. While many applicants prepare and represent their own requests successfully, applicants
should be aware that more complex projects may benefit from assistance from a surveyor,
engineer, planner, or attorney. Professional assistance is not required, but may help ensure
accuracy and completeness depending on the project’s complexity.
Staff Assistance & Applicant Responsibilities
To ensure a fair and consistent review process, Community Development staff must remain neutral
and cannot assist in drafting, shaping, or justifying an application. Applicants are responsible for
preparing all narrative responses, plans, and supporting materials required for their petition.
Community Development staff may:
• Explain ordinance requirements, review criteria, and the public hearing process.
• Clarify application procedures, expectations, and deadlines.
• Identify missing or incomplete items during the completeness check.
Community Development staff may not:
• Draft, edit, or suggest wording for narratives, hardship statements, or justifications.
• Advise applicants on how to satisfy review criteria or improve their case.
• Prepare site plans, drawings, or supporting documents, or evaluate likelihood of approval.
If you need assistance beyond explanations of the ordinance or process—such as help preparing
justification narratives, identifying the best approach to satisfy the review criteria, or preparing
technical documents—you will need to hire a qualified professional (such as a planner, engineer,
surveyor, or land-use attorney). County staff cannot serve in a consulting role for any applicant.
Overview of the SUP Process
Step 1: Application Submittal
Applications must be submitted as a complete package by 4:00 PM six (6) weeks prior to the
scheduled Planning Commission hearing date. Incomplete packets cannot be accepted. Public
hearing dates will not be scheduled, and may be delayed, if the application is not deemed
complete in time to meet required public notice and advertising deadlines. Applications must
include required signatures, supporting documentation, and applicable fees.
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Submittal Requirements
• SUP Application Form (complete, with required notarized signatures)
• Statement of Justification
• Sign Posting Affidavit
• Required fees: $400 application fee ($5,000 for Solar Energy Facilities), postage fee, $5 per
zoning sign
• Additional materials if applicable: Concept Plan, Plat/Survey, Deed, Metes-and-bounds
description
Posting Requirements
Applicants must post zoning signs at least 14 days prior to the Planning Commission meeting and
maintain visibility through the Board of Supervisors meeting where final action is taken. Signs must
be removed within 14 days after the final hearing. The sign must be erected within 10 feet of the
boundary line that abuts a public road and positioned so it is clearly visible from the road, with the
bottom of the sign not less than 2.5 feet above the ground. Failure to comply with posting
requirements may result in deferral.
Step 2: Staff Review
After acceptance, staff prepares required public notices and sign(s) for the applicant to post,
conducts a site visit as appropriate, and coordinates with other County departments or outside
agencies (e.g., VDOT) as needed. Staff may request additional information. A report is then
prepared for the Planning Commission and the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Step 3: Planning Commission Review
The Planning Commission typically meets on the first Tuesday of each month to conduct a public
hearing on the request. The applicant or their designated agent must attend and will be given an
opportunity to present the request and answer questions. Staff provides its report, and public
comments are accepted. The Commission may recommend approval, denial, or deferral.
Step 4: Board of Zoning Appeals Action
The Board of Zoning Appeals typically meets on the second Monday of each month to conduct a
public hearing. The applicant or their agent must attend and will be given an opportunity to present
or respond to questions. The Board may approve or deny the request, and may impose conditions it
deems necessary in the public interest. The Board of Zoning Appeals may also defer or refer the
request back to the Planning Commission.
Step 5: Recordation of Final Action
A decision becomes effective immediately upon the Board of Zoning Appeals’ vote. Legal forms
documenting the action are filed the following morning. All case files remain available for public
review.
Concept Plan Information
A concept plan or site development plan is required for all Special Use Permit applications. The
Zoning Administrator will determine which type of plan is appropriate and the level of detail needed
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based on the nature and complexity of the request. In many cases, a concept plan is sufficient;
however, the Zoning Administrator may require a professionally prepared plan when greater
accuracy or clarity is necessary. If more detailed technical information is needed to fully evaluate
the proposal, a site development plan may be required instead of—or in addition to—a concept
plan.
A concept plan should provide a clear, scaled illustration of the proposed development, including
enough detail for staff, the Planning Commission, and the Board of Zoning Appeals to assess the
layout and key site features. At a minimum, a concept plan should show:
• Property boundaries and total acreage
• Adjacent streets or access points
• Existing and proposed structures and their general locations
• Natural or physical site features (such as streams, slopes, tree lines, or other constraints)
• General layout of parking, driveways, and internal circulation
• Proposed utility connections, if applicable
• Anticipated screening, buffering, or landscaped areas
Additional information—such as building elevations, unit counts, activity areas, or other
operational details—may be required when needed to fully understand the proposal. Specific items
may be waived if they are not applicable.
Site Development Plan Requirements
A site development plan may be required when the complexity of the proposed use, its potential
impacts, or technical considerations warrant a more detailed level of information than a concept
plan provides. Site development plans include engineered details necessary to evaluate grading,
drainage, utilities, circulation, public safety, and compliance with development standards.
When required, a site development plan should clearly depict:
• The precise layout and dimensions of all buildings, structures, and major site features
• Access points, driveways, parking areas, loading spaces, and internal circulation patterns
• Existing and proposed topography, grading, and contour changes
• Stormwater management, drainage systems, and erosion and sediment control measures
• Water, sewer, and other utility connections and infrastructure
• Landscaping, screening, buffering, open space areas, and any required improvements
• Provisions for emergency vehicle access and public safety
The Zoning Administrator may request additional engineering or design information when
necessary for a complete evaluation or may waive specific elements that are not relevant to the
proposed use. A site development plan must be detailed enough to demonstrate that the proposed
use can function safely and effectively and that potential impacts can be adequately addressed.
Requests to Defer, Reschedule, or Withdraw an Application
Public hearing dates follow state-mandated notice and advertising deadlines. Because of these
requirements, changes to a scheduled hearing must be formally acted upon by the Planning
Commission or Board of Zoning Appeals at their public meeting.
FIREFLY ENERGY LLC
SPECIAL USE PERMIT
PARCEL # 2379-43-7346 (WHITE)
SUP APPLICATION
PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY Zoning Ordinance Special Use Permit Application
Community Development Office
53 N. Main Street
P. O. Drawer D
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-1767
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT P.O. Drawer D • 53 N. Main Street
Chatham, Virginia 24531 Phone (434) 432-1767 Email: permits@pittgov.org
Applicant Information
Applicant Name(s):
Mailing Address:
City / State / Zip:
Phone: Email:
Property Owner Information (if different)
Property Owner Name(s):
Mailing Address:
City / State / Zip:
Phone: Email:
Owner consent must be notarized if not signed in the presence of Community
Development/Zoning staff.
Property Information
Property Location / Street Description:
GPIN(s):
Election District: Acreage/Size:
Requested Special Use
Existing Zoning District: Existing Use(s):
Proposed Special Use:
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Application Intake & Completeness Checklist – Staff Use Only
Case No.: Date Received:
Staff Reviewer: Complete Application? Yes ☐ No ☐
PC Hearing: BZA Hearing:
Action: Approved ☐ Denied ☐ Deferred ☐
Required Submittals
Please check each item included in your submission. Incomplete application packets will
not be scheduled.
Completed Special Use Permit Application Form including signed and notarized
Applicant Authorization and Acknowledgements
Statement of Justification
Sign Posting Affidavit
Required Fees: Application fee ($400), postage fee (actual cost for notice letters to
adjacent property owners) and sign fee ($5 per sign)
Additional Items (If Applicable)
Concept Plan or Site Development Plan
Deed (if the parcel was recently acquired and ownership is not yet recorded)
Plat (if the property is being subdivided or combined as part of the request)
Metes and bounds description (only if not included on submitted plat or required by
staff for legal recordation)
Completeness Verification
All required submittals present
No missing signatures, fields, or pages
All documents legible and typewritten where required
Concept plan and/or site plan meets minimum content requirements
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Statement of Justification
Please provide a concise, type-written response to each of the items below.
Your Statement of Justification should clearly explain the purpose of the special use permit
request and how it meets the County’s evaluation criteria. This information helps staff, the
Planning Commission, and the Board of Zoning Appeals understand the intent of the
request, consider potential impacts, and determine whether the proposed special use
permit is appropriate for the property.
1. Summary of Request
Describe the proposed special use, including the nature and scope of the activity.
Briefly explain how the use will function on the property.
2. Compatibility with Surrounding Area
Explain how the proposed use fits within the context of nearby properties and how
any visual, environmental, or operational impacts will be minimized.
3. Site Design and Layout
Describe how the site will be arranged—including buildings, access points, parking,
loading, and circulation—and how this layout promotes safe and efficient vehicle and
pedestrian movement.
4. Impacts and Mitigation
Identify any potential impacts such as traffic, noise, lighting, or stormwater, and
describe the measures that will be taken to avoid or mitigate those impacts.
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5. Infrastructure and Public Services
Explain how the use will be adequately served by utilities, roads, drainage systems,
and public services such as fire, emergency, and law enforcement.
6. Intensity, Scale, and Appropriateness of the Location
Describe why the property is suitable for the proposed use, including how the scale,
hours of operation, and intensity of activity are appropriate for the site and
surrounding area.
7. Additional Information (Optional)
Provide any additional information, commitments, or site features that support
approval of the request or demonstrate public benefit.
S-26-027 Firefly Energy LLC (White)
Current Zoning
A-1
R-1
R-1
A-1
R-1
A-1
S-26-027 Firefly Energy LLC (White)
Future Land Use
Agricultural & Rural Residential
FIREFLY ENERGY LLC
SPECIAL USE PERMIT
PARCEL # 2379-43-7346 (WHITE)
POWER OF ATTORNEY – ADAM PETERSON FOR FIREFLY
FIREFLY ENERGY LLC
SPECIAL USE PERMIT
PARCEL # 2379-43-7346 (WHITE)
PARCEL INFORMATION
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SPECIAL USE PERMIT
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FIREFLY ENERGY LLC
SPECIAL USE PERMIT
PARCEL # 2379-43-7346 (WHITE)
LANDOWNER EASEMENT