1.3K views · 26 reactions | It's National Community Planning Month! See how Roanoke County's planning department works with businesses to process land use applications and review site development plans. Using the new Sheetz on 220 South as an example, we'll give you an overview of how new development projects are approved. | Roanoke Valley Television - RVTV | Facebook

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