Chapel Hill public meetings in 2024
72 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Chapel Hill Planning Commission will consider the 1721 E Franklin Street Concept Plan (CP-24-11) and the Aura South Elliot Conditional Rezoning request (24-0586). Staff and applicant presentations will be followed by public comment, after which the commission will vote on draft resolutions and ordinances for each application. No other agenda items are listed.
- Review of 1721 E Franklin Street Concept Plan (CP-24-11)
- Review of Aura South Elliot Conditional Rezoning (24-0586)
- Consideration of Draft Resolution A – Consistency and Reasonableness
- Consideration of Draft Ordinance A – Approving the Application
Community Design Commission
The Chapel Hill Community Design Commission will meet remotely to review and vote on three Certificate of Appropriateness modifications for tenant upfits at Eastgate and a modification for AURA Blue Hill. The body will also discuss proposed standards for building and development types.
- Review AURA Blue Hill COA modification
- Review JCrew tenant upfit COA modification at Eastgate
- Review Options Weight Loss tenant upfit COA modification at Eastgate
- Discuss proposed building and development type standards
- Approve June 2024 minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will consider and vote on Certificate of Appropriateness applications for 742 Gimghoul Road, 107 Battle Lane, 111 Ridge Lane, and 217 Vance Street. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the November 12 minutes, announcements, and discussion of the commission retreat and Historic Preservation Month.
- Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 742 Gimghoul Road
- Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 107 Battle Lane
- Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 111 Ridge Lane
- Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 217 Vance Street
- Discuss Historic District Commission Retreat and Historic Preservation Month
Board of Adjustment
The Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment will consider two dimensional variance applications: one for 112 Fraternity Court (after‑the‑fact) and another for 318 McDade Street. Staff and the applicants will present, followed by public comment, before the board votes to grant or deny each request. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the November 2024 draft meeting minutes and announcements.
- Dimensional variance for 112 Fraternity Court – Resolution A: grant, Resolution B: deny
- Dimensional variance for 318 McDade Street – Resolution A: grant, Resolution B: deny
- Approval of the November 2024 draft meeting minutes
- Approval of agenda
- Announcements
Town Council
This meeting is an information packet with no votes or decisions. The council will receive updates on upcoming public hearings and petition status, and a five-year report on the Southern Orange County Government Services Campus, including the construction plan for Veterans Memorial Phase III.
- Receive upcoming public hearing items and petition status list
- Receive Southern Orange County Government Services Campus five-year report with Veterans Memorial Phase III construction plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development proposals: a site plan for 104 Grant Street and a concept plan for 1701 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. They will also discuss whether the Land Use Management Ordinance is consistent with transit-oriented development and greenway connectivity, and continue a discussion on the Blue Hill project.
- Review of 104 Grant Street Site Plan [24-0566]
- Review of 1701 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Concept Plan [24-0567] with draft affordable housing commitment letter
- Discussion on LUMO consistency with transit-oriented development and greenway connectivity [24-0545]
- Blue Hill write-up discussion [24-0547]
- Approval of November 19, 2024 meeting minutes [24-0565]
Town Council
The Town Council will review the FY 2024 audit results and a five-year budget update. Members will consider a second reading of an ordinance to disband nine advisory boards in favor of staff-led engagement. The meeting also includes a review of recommendations for the Land Use Management Ordinance.
- Second reading of ordinance 2024-11-20/O-1 to disband nine advisory boards
- FY 2024 audit results presented by Mauldin & Jenkins
- Five-year budget update presentation
- Staff recommendations for the Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) update
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a staff proposal to disband nine advisory boards and rely on staff-led engagement and issue-oriented task forces. They will also review and comment on staff recommendations for updating the Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO). Consent items include appointing Donovan Livingston as Poet Laureate for 2025-2026. Appointments to the Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership and Community Design Commission are scheduled, with a possible closed session.
- Proposal to disband nine advisory boards and commissions
- Review of Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) update recommendations
- Appoint Donovan Livingston as Poet Laureate 2025-2026
- Fill one Council-appointed seat on Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership
- Fill four empty seats on Community Design Commission
🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review and decide on the Minor Subdivision proposal for 115 Dixie Drive, including two resolutions to approve or deny the application. Commissioners will also review the 271 Erwin Concept Plan and discuss the Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) update. An equity analysis of the Blue Hill write‑up will be discussed, and the minutes from the October 15 meeting will be approved.
- Minor Subdivision for 115 Dixie Drive – Resolution A (approve) or Resolution B (deny)
- Concept Plan Review – 271 Erwin Concept Plan
- Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) update discussion
- Equity Analysis – Blue Hill Write‑up Discussion
- Approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will vote on a contract for the Homestead Park skatepark reconstruction and a pay increase for the Town Attorney. Members will also discuss community development needs for the Block Grant program and review a concept plan for 701 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
- Contract for the reconstruction of the skatepark at Homestead Park
- 6% pay increase for the Town Attorney effective July 1, 2024
- Concept plan review for 701 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
- LUMO text amendment for technical corrections in Article 3, Table 3.7-1
- Designation of Police Chief or Assistant Chief as signing officials for ABC Permit Applications
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
Historic District Commission
The Commission will review administrative certificates of appropriateness and discuss pattern books. The body will also establish meeting dates and deadlines for 2025.
- 2025 Meeting Dates and Deadlines
- Administrative Certificate of Appropriateness Approvals
- Discussion on Pattern Books
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a discussion on how it reviews Special Use Permits, with a staff presentation followed by Q&A. No specific permit applications are up for a vote; the meeting is largely procedural, including approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Discussion regarding Board of Adjustment review of Special Use Permits (no attachments)
- Approval of June 20, 2024 draft meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Town Council is meeting to discuss a resolution supporting a Great Trails State grant application. This application is for the construction of the Tanyard Branch Trail Neighborhood Connector.
- Resolution R-1 to support the Great Trails State Program grant application for the Tanyard Branch Trail Neighborhood Connector
Town Council
The Chapel Hill Town Council will receive a report on climate‑action implementation and discuss staff recommendations for updating the Land Use Management Ordinance. Council members will also consider a concept‑plan review for a proposed development at 115 Chapel Point Road and vote on filling a vacant seat on the Historic District Commission. A request for a closed‑session meeting on economic‑development and related matters will be noted.
- Update on Climate Action Implementation (Item 24‑0502)
- Rewriting Our Rules – Land Use Management Ordinance update (Item 24‑0503)
- Concept Plan Review: 115 Chapel Point Road (Item 24‑0504)
- Appointment to fill one vacancy on the Historic District Commission (Item 24‑0505)
- Request for closed‑session to discuss economic development, property acquisition, personnel, and litigation
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss how the Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) can address housing availability and affordability. The body will also review the Chapel Hill Affordable Housing Plan and Investment Strategy and the Fall '24 workplan.
- LUMO Update Discussion regarding housing availability and affordability
- Review of the Chapel Hill Affordable Housing Plan and Investment Strategy
- Review of the Affordable Housing Annual Report
- Planning Commission workplan for Fall '24
Town Council
The Town Council will review a plan for the Greene Tract and receive the 2024 Community Survey report. The body will also consider budget ordinance amendments and a safety plan update for Chapel Hill Transit.
- Resolution to endorse the September 22, 2024 Plan for the 107-acre portion of the Greene Tract
- Budget ordinance amendments for General, Grants, Library Gift, Climate Action, Vehicle Replacement, Debt, and Parking Funds
- Updates to Chapel Hill Transit’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP)
- Public hearing for Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) text amendments regarding the Use Matrix
- Concept Plan Review for 1651 Old Lystra Road
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will consider and vote on Certificate of Appropriateness applications for 500 North Street, 510 E. Franklin Street, 304 N. Boundary Street, and 317 McCauley Street. Each item includes a written decision and a COA placard. The board will also discuss a staff memo on historic district boundaries. Decisions will be made after public comment and board discussion.
- Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 500 North Street
- Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 510 E. Franklin Street
- Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 304 N. Boundary Street
- Approve Certificate of Appropriateness for 317 McCauley Street
- Discuss staff memo on historic district boundaries
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss and potentially vote on a text amendment for technical corrections to the Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO). The body will also discuss lessons from Blue Hill to inform the LUMO revision process.
- LUMO Text Amendment: Technical Corrections [24-0476]
- Discussion on lessons from Blue Hill for LUMO revision [24-0477]
Town Council
The Chapel Hill Town Council is meeting to receive informational reports on Blue Hill, Glen Lennox, Carolina North, and affordable housing, rather than taking formal action.
- Receive Blue Hill Semiannual Report #20
- Receive 2024 Glen Lennox Annual Compliance Report
- Receive Carolina North 23-24 Annual Compliance Report
- Receive Fiscal year 2024 Affordable Housing Annual Report
- Receive list of upcoming public hearing items and petition status
Town Council
The Town Council will review staff recommendations for updating the Land Use Management Ordinance. Members will also continue discussions regarding boards, commissions, and equitable community engagement to determine if ordinance amendments are needed.
- Review of staff recommendations for the Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) update
- Discussion on potential ordinance amendments for advisory boards and commissions
- Information on strategic communications and equitable engagement efforts
Planning Commission
The Chapel Hill Planning Commission will approve routine agenda items such as minutes and agenda approval, then discuss a staff memo titled “Rewriting Our Rules – A LUMO Update,” including an equity analysis and community metrics. No final decisions are noted; the meeting is for discussion and possible motion on the LUMO update.
- Approval of agenda and June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
- Discussion of staff memo “Rewriting Our Rules – A LUMO Update”
- Equity analysis presentation
- Review of Complete Community Metrics
Town Council
The Town Council will vote on a contract for park improvements and an annual budget ordinance amendment. The body will also hold an evidentiary hearing for a special use permit and review a concept plan for a development project.
- Contract with H.M. Kern Corporation for $1,342,800 to reconstruct six tennis courts at Cedar Falls Park
- Annual Budget Ordinance Amendment to re-appropriate funds for prior year encumbrances
- Evidentiary hearing for a Special Use Permit at 207 and 209 Meadowmont Lane
- Concept Plan Review for 860 Weaver Dairy Road
- Petition regarding enforcement of quality-of-life laws in the community
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will interview candidates for open seats and hold elections for Chair, Vice Chair, and Deputy Vice Chair. The body will also review administrative approvals for properties on Pittsboro Street and Franklin Street.
- Interviews for Historic District Commission candidates
- Election of Commission Chair, Vice Chair, and Deputy Vice Chair
- Administrative Certificate of Appropriateness for 214 Pittsboro Street
- Administrative Certificate of Appropriateness for 510 E. Franklin Street
- Administrative Certificate of Appropriateness for 500 North Street
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Historic District Commission
The Commission will consider Certificates of Appropriateness for properties on Mint Springs Lane, E. Franklin Street, North Street, and Pittsboro Street. The body will also receive a staff presentation on the FY2022-23 Certified Local Government Annual Report.
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 3 Mint Springs Lane
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 400 E. Franklin Street
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 500 North Street
- Certificate of Appropriateness for 214 Pittsboro Street
- Discussion on the LUMO Project and State Model Ordinance
Community Design Commission
The Commission will consider proposed building elevation modifications for Park Apartments in Blue Hill due to required transformer additions. Members will also review several elevation updates for the UPlace multi-family project and discuss upcoming vacancies on the Commission.
- Park Apartments, Phase 2: Certificate of Appropriateness modification regarding building elevations on Bennett Way
- UPlace-900 Willow Drive: Review of minor modifications to elevations
- South Creek: Review of proposed building elevations for phase one
- UPlace-Building 6/7: Review of elevation updates
- UPlace Additional Updates: Review of elevation updates for various buildings and the mall
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Board of Adjustment
The Chapel Hill Board of Adjustment will approve the June 6 meeting minutes, confirm a variance decision for 401 Cobb Terrace, and elect new board officers. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no public hearings or new development proposals scheduled. The variance decision affects property use rules at the specified address, and the elections determine board leadership.
- Approval of the June 6, 2024, draft meeting minutes
- Approval of the variance decision for 401 Cobb Terrace
- Election of a new Board Chair and Vice-Chair
- Scheduling of the next meeting for September 5, 2024
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a requested modification for the Aquabella Major Subdivision. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) updates.
- Aquabella Major Subdivision Modification at 120, 121, and 130 Grand Alexander Court
- Rewriting Our Rules - A LUMO Update
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed bond orders for the November 5, 2024 referendum. The meeting also includes a discussion on a federal funding application for community engagement and an update on the Rewriting Our Rules project.
- Public hearing on bond orders for the November 5, 2024 referendum
- Public hearing on HUD PRICE funding application for fiscal years 2023 and 2024
- Transfer of 75 surplus portable radios to UNC Health Hospital Police Department
- Lease application for Town offices at 7300 Millhouse Road
- Update on the Rewriting Our Rules project
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Historic District Commission
The Commission will review written decisions for several properties including Cameron Court, Wilson Street, Hillsborough Street, and Glenburnie Street. The meeting also includes a committee update regarding the LUMO Project.
- Written Decision: 118 Cameron Court
- Written Decision: 218 Wilson Street
- Written Decision: 211 Hillsborough Street
- Written Decision: 214 Glenburnie Street
- Committee Update on the LUMO Project
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several budget amendments, a community development grant plan, and a revised memorandum for the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness. The meeting also includes a concept plan review for Old Chapel Hill Road Apartments and an assessment of advisory boards and commissions.
- Budget ordinance amendment for various funds including General Fund and Vehicle Maintenance Fund
- 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan involving $444,669
- Concept plan review for Old Chapel Hill Road Apartments at 11 North White Oak Drive
- Public hearing regarding a building lease
- Assessment of Advisory Boards and Commissions
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Historic District Commission
The commission will review several written decisions regarding Cameron Court, Wilson Street, Glenburnie Street, and E. Franklin Street. The meeting also includes a report on the 2023 Certified Local Government update and a discussion on historic district boundary modifications.
- Written Decision for 118 Cameron Court
- Written Decision for 218 Wilson Street
- Written Decision for 211 Hillsborough Street
- Written Decision for 214 Glenburnie Street
- New Business: 400 E. Franklin Street
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will review a continued variance application regarding 401 Cobb Terrace. The meeting includes the approval of May 2, 2024, draft meeting minutes.
- Variance Application - 401 Cobb Terrace (Continued from May 2, 2024)
Town Council
The Town Council will consider the final budget for fiscal year 2024-25 and introduce bond orders for a November 2024 referendum. Additionally, the Council will discuss affordable housing development at Tanyard Branch Trace and review a concept plan for East Lakeview Residential.
- Final Budget and Related Items for FY 2024-25
- Introduction of Bond Orders for November 2024 Referendum
- Development contract with Taft-Mills Group for Tanyard Branch Trace affordable housing
- 99-year ground lease for the Town-owned parcel at 110 Jay Street
- Concept Plan Review: East Lakeview Residential, 5640 Old Chapel Hill Road
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Town Council
This meeting consists of information items only and requires no formal Council action. The Council will receive reports regarding campus sustainability, climate action implementation, and the Building Integrated Communities initiative.
- UNC Campus Sustainability Report 2023
- May 2024 Climate Action Implementation Report
- Building Integrated Communities Action Plan update
- Legion Road Pond wetland construction update
- Library Internet Use Policy and filtering progress report
Community Design Commission
The Community Design Commission will review several building elevation plans and a certificate of appropriateness modification. Items include final plan reviews for 119 East Franklin Street, 300 Market Street, and University Place Buildings 6 & 7.
- Elevation review for 119 East Franklin Street
- Elevation review for 300 Market Street
- Elevation review for University Place Building 6 & 7
- Certificate of Appropriateness modification for Millenium Chapel Hill
Town Council
The Town Council will receive a progress update on the Complete Community implementation framework. Staff will also provide an overview of Penny for Parks funded projects for fiscal year 2024.
- Complete Community implementation update regarding housing, connectivity, and sustainability
- Update on FY 24’ Penny For Parks Projects
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a site plan for 130 Lincoln Lane and a concept plan for Overlook at The Cedars. The meeting also includes a report on updating land use rules.
- 130 Lincoln Lane Site Plan
- Overlook at The Cedars Concept Plan (247 Meadowmont Lane)
- Rewriting Our Rules: A LUMO Update
Town Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the recommended FY 2024-2025 budget. The agenda also includes a preliminary resolution for a November 2024 bond referendum and updates to land use rules. Several items for approval involve affordable housing development and stormwater maintenance contracts.
- Public hearing for the FY 2024-2025 recommended budget
- $690,775 contract for stormwater control measure maintenance
- Tanyard Branch Trace affordable housing development contract
- Preliminary resolution for a November 2024 bond referendum
- 99-year ground lease for the parcel at 110 Jay Street
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
Historic District Commission
The Commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness applications for properties on Cameron Court, Wilson Street, Hillsborough Street, and Glenburnie Street. Members will also discuss Historic Preservation Month, recruitment, and the Land Use Management Ordinance update.
- 118 Cameron Court application
- 218 Wilson Street application
- 211 Hillsborough Street application
- 214 Glenburnie Street application
- Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) Update
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Town Council
The Town Council will continue discussions regarding a potential bond referendum. The discussion includes determining when to place the referendum on a ballot and what bond orders or amounts should be included.
- Bond Referendum - Further Consideration & Discussion
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance application for the property at 401 Cobb Terrace. The meeting also includes a request for a rehearing of the Turkish Center appeal.
- Variance application for 401 Cobb Terrace
- Request for rehearing of Turkish Center appeal
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Council will receive a presentation on the recommended budget for fiscal year 2024-25. Members will also consider a text amendment regarding stormwater management requirements. Additionally, the Council may adopt an updated traffic calming policy.
- Presentation of the FY 2024-25 recommended budget
- $172,700 grant application for the Governor’s Highway Safety Program
- Land Use Management Ordinance text amendment for stormwater management
- Update to the Town's Traffic Calming Policy
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will continue discussions regarding a future bond referendum. The discussion includes determining when to place the referendum on the ballot and deciding on bond orders and amounts.
- Discussion of future bond referendum timing and amounts [24-0231]
- Request for closed session regarding economic development, property acquisition, personnel, and litigation
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including updates to campaign contribution limits and the town's traffic calming policy. The meeting includes a public forum regarding the use of 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant funds and an update on the Rewriting Our Rules project.
- Increase municipal campaign maximum contribution to $367.00
- Increase contribution disclosure exemption to $38.00
- Adoption of updated Town Traffic Calming Policy
- Public forum on 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant funds
- Approval of the Recommended Affordable Housing Funding Plan
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will review several consent agenda items including budget adjustments and service contracts. The meeting also includes legislative hearings regarding conditional zoning modifications for Aura Chapel Hill Lighting and Longleaf Trace.
- Amend the budget to appropriate $1,120,000 in Stormwater fund balance
- Award audit services contract for FY 2023-24 to Mauldin & Jenkins
- Authorize a contract change for Hargraves Park Tennis Courts Resurfacing Project
- Authorize HVAC renovations at Homestead Aquatic Center via Comfort Systems USA, LLC
- Conditional Zoning Modification for Aura Chapel Hill Lighting
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a Concept Plan Overview and an update regarding Rewriting Our Rules - A LUMO Update. The meeting is scheduled as a virtual-only event via Zoom.
- Planning Commission Concept Plan Overview [24-0202]
- Rewriting Our Rules - A LUMO Update [24-0203]
Town Council
The Council will receive an update on the status of the FY 2024-25 budget development and discuss year two of a five-year budget strategy. Members will also discuss the timeline for a potential 2024 or 2025 bond referendum and review recommended projects.
- FY 2024-25 budget development update
- Discussion of year two of the five-year budget strategy
- Timeline update for a 2024 or 2025 bond referendum
- Review of recommended projects for a future bond referendum
Town Council
This meeting consists of procedural items and informational updates. The Council will receive updates from Town Staff, State Legislators, and representatives from Metro Mayors, NCLM, and Central Pines.
- Updates from Town Staff
- Priorities and updates from State Legislators
- Updates from Metro Mayors, NCLM, and Central Pines
Town Council
This meeting consists of information items only. The Council will receive updates regarding public hearings, petitions, the Blue Hill semiannual report, and UNC-Chapel Hill campus development and transportation plans.
- Blue Hill Semiannual Report #19
- UNC-Chapel Hill Semi-Annual Campus Development Report
- UNC-Chapel Hill Annual Development Plan Report on Transportation
- Public Hearing Items and Petition Status List
Community Design Commission
The Community Design Commission will review several building elevation and plan modifications. Members will also continue discussions regarding design standards for the updated LUMO.
- Carraway Village Phase 2 building elevation modifications
- Wendy's @ Carraway Village building elevation modifications
- AURA Blue Hill Certificate of Appropriateness modification
- St. Thomas More final plan elevations
- Design standards for the updated LUMO
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will review old business regarding three specific addresses. The agenda includes reviewing written decisions for 740 Gimghoul Road, 103 South Boundary Street, and 304 South Columbia Street.
- Written decision for 740 Gimghoul Road [24-0152]
- Written decision for 103 South Boundary Street [24-0153]
- Written decision for 304 South Columbia Street [24-0154]
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Town Council
The Chapel Hill Town Council will vote on routine contracts for police simulation equipment and town street repairs during a consent agenda block. The council will also open public hearings on limiting lighting standards for the Aura Chapel Hill development, closing an unmaintained section of Old Hargraves Road, and updating stormwater management rules. These items address local infrastructure maintenance, zoning adjustments, and environmental regulations that affect property owners and residents.
- Sole-source purchase of VirTra simulation equipment for the Chapel Hill Police, fully funded by a grant
- Bid award to Daniels Inc. for street patching and resurfacing on town-maintained roads
- Five-year lease extension with T-Mobile South, LLC for wireless facilities in Northern Community Park
- Legislative hearing to limit Aura Chapel Hill zoning review to offsite lighting standards modifications
- Public hearing to consider closing the unmaintained portion of Old Hargraves Road right-of-way
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider a community priority conditional zoning application for the Longleaf Trace project. The meeting also includes an update on the 'Rewriting Our Rules' LUMO policy discussions.
- Conditional zoning application for Longleaf Trace at 1708-1712 Legion Road
- LUMO update regarding rule rewriting and communications
- Approval of February 20, 2024 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Council will hold a work session regarding the status of the FY 2024-25 budget development and department needs. Additionally, Planning Department staff will provide updates and request feedback on the Rewriting Our Rules project.
- FY 2024-25 budget development work session
- Rewriting Our Rules - A LUMO update and feedback request
- Request for closed session regarding economic development, property acquisition, personnel, or litigation
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will review administrative certificates of appropriateness and several property applications. The agenda includes old business regarding 740 Gimghoul Road and new business for South Boundary Street and South Columbia Street.
- 740 Gimghoul Road application review
- 103 South Boundary Street application review
- 304 South Columbia Street application review
- Administrative Certificate of Appropriateness approvals
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will consider increasing the project authorization for the Rosemary Street Parking Deck by up to $3.02 million. Other items include accepting a grant for the Fire Department and discussing a new framework for advisory boards.
- Increase project authorization for Rosemary Street Parking Deck by up to $3.02 million
- Accept a $200,000 grant from the State of North Carolina for Chapel Hill Fire Department capital improvements or equipment
- Notice of intent to renew a five-year wireless lease agreement with T-Mobile at Northern Community Park
- Dedicate private sewer easements on Town property at the southern end of Sugarberry Road
- Authorize Town Manager to prepare a new framework for Advisory Boards
Historic District Commission
The Chapel Hill Historic District Commission is meeting for a structured retreat session to review its purpose, set priorities, and identify policy areas for 2023–2028. This agenda contains only workshop materials and discussion questions; there are no development applications, contracts, or votes scheduled. Staff will facilitate exercises and review sections of the Land Use Management Ordinance.
- Retreat workshop on Historic District Commission goals (2023-2028)
- Review of Land Use Management Ordinance sections 3.6.2 and 8.4
- Commission discussion questions on effectiveness and future policy areas
Community Design Commission
The Community Design Commission will consider a shed addition for St. Thomas More and minor modifications for Timberlyne Offices. Members will also discuss the LUMO design reference guide and potential changes to meeting start times.
- St. Thomas More-Shed Addition: proposed shed addition
- Timberlyne Offices: proposed minor modifications to building elevations
- AURA-Blue Hill: COA modification request
- LUMO: design reference guide discussion
- Discussion on modifying meeting start times
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider an appeal regarding a Zoning Compliance Permit and Special Use Permit modification for 1609 E. Franklin Street. The board will also review the draft minutes from the January 11, 2024, meeting.
- Appeal of permit modifications for Sancar Turkish Center at 1609 E. Franklin Street
- Approval of January 11, 2024, draft meeting minutes
Town Council
The Town Council will receive updates and feedback requests regarding the Rewriting Our Rules project. Planning Department staff will present these updates during the meeting.
- Rewriting Our Rules - A LUMO Update [24-0078]
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a minor modification petition for Aura Chapel Hill at 1000 MLK Jr. Blvd. The meeting also includes a discussion on stormwater management text amendments and updates to LUMO rules.
- Petition for Minor Modification: Aura Chapel Hill Lighting Modification at 1000 MLK Jr. Blvd
- Stormwater Management Text Amendment regarding subsection 5.4.6 of LUMO Stormwater Management
- Rewriting Our Rules - A LUMO Update
Town Council
The Council will receive an update on the implementation of Town affordable housing strategies and a mid-year progress report for Fiscal Year 2024. The meeting also includes a follow-up discussion regarding capital projects.
- Update on Town Affordable Housing Strategies and Tools [24-0069]
- Fiscal Year 2024 affordable housing mid-year report
- Follow-up discussion on capital projects [24-0070]
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will review several administrative certificates of appropriateness and new business items. The meeting also includes a quasi-judicial legal training session and a discussion regarding an upcoming commission retreat.
- Administrative Certificate of Appropriateness [24-0059]
- 742 Gimghoul Road [24-0060]
- 211 Glenburnie Street [24-0061]
- 740 Gimghoul Road [24-0062]
- Quasi-Judicial Legal Training [24-0063]
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Town Council
The Town Council will receive an overview of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit Program and the Town's role in supporting those projects. Additionally, the Council will continue discussions regarding the budget following a recent retreat.
- Overview of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program
- Retreat follow-up and budget next steps
Planning Commission
The Chapel Hill Planning Commission will hold a virtual meeting on February 6, 2024. The agenda includes the approval of minutes from the January 16, 2024, meeting and an update regarding the LUMO.
- Approval of January 16, 2024, meeting minutes [24-0067]
- Planning Commission LUMO Update [24-0068]
Town Council
This meeting consists of information items only and does not require Council action. The Council will receive updates on scheduled public hearings and the current status of petitions.
- Receipt of upcoming public hearing items and petition status list [24-0066]
Town Council
The Town Council will consider several budget ordinance amendments for the 2023-24 fiscal year affecting various town funds. The agenda also includes a project update on North-South Bus Rapid Transit and calls for upcoming public hearings.
- Budget ordinance amendment to adjust General, Grants, Capital Projects, Transit, Parking, and Public Housing Funds
- Private sewer easement at 505 Craig Street for Habitat for Humanity project at 307 North Roberson Street
- Legislative hearing call for March 20, 2024, regarding stormwater management ordinance amendments
- Public hearing call for March 20, 2024, to consider closing a right-of-way on Old Hargraves Road
- North-South Bus Rapid Transit (NSBRT) project update
🗳️ How they voted (6 roll-call votes)
Community Design Commission
The Commission will review updated plans for AURA Chapel Hill involving a siding color modification. Members will also discuss the final plans for the 2217 Homestead affordable housing project. The meeting includes discussions on design principles for 306 West Franklin and CDC review roles.
- Updated plans for AURA Chapel Hill (siding color modification)
- Final plan approval request for 2217 Homestead affordable housing
- Discussion of 306 West Franklin design principles
- Review of CDC review roles and typologies
- Planning and development activity updates
Town Council
The Council will review the direction of the Complete Community conversations and how staff is integrating input. Additionally, staff will present an overview and work plan for the LUMO Rewrite project.
- Check-in regarding meeting materials format
- Complete Community Conversation update
- LUMO Rewrite Policy Overview and Work Plan
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meeting consists of procedural items and general planning discussions. The commission will review policy working group updates and conduct planning for the upcoming year.
- Policy working group efforts and updates
- Planning for the upcoming year
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider an appeal regarding a Zoning Compliance Permit and Special Use Permit modification for the Sancar Turkish Center at 1609 E. Franklin Street. The board will also review and approve draft meeting minutes from June and October 2023.
- Appeal of zoning compliance permit and special use permit modification for Sancar Turkish Center (1609 E. Franklin Street)
- Approval of June 2023 and October 2023 draft meeting minutes
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission will consider a consent item regarding 742 Gimghoul Road. The meeting also includes quasi-judicial legal training and a discussion about an upcoming commission retreat.
- Consent item for 742 Gimghoul Road [23-0879]
- Quasi-Judicial Legal Training [23-0880]
- Historic District Commission Retreat discussion