Morehead City public meetings in 2023
3 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Adjustment
The Board held a public hearing regarding a request by David Bell and Amanda Jones-Bell to expand a fabricating shop and modify a 2006 special-use permit at 1117 North 20th Street. The proposal includes a building addition for a showroom and the addition of accessory outdoor displays. The provided minutes end during deliberations and do not record a final vote or decision.
- Adopted May 25, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
Planning Board
The Planning Board unanimously recommended approval of text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and Resolution 2023-0007. The changes clarify requirements for planned developments, multifamily developments, and parking design standards.
- Approved July 18, 2023 minutes (unanimous)
- Recommended approval of UDO text amendments and Resolution 2023-0007 (unanimous)
City Council
The Town Council unanimously approved the city's comprehensive plan for 2032. The council also adopted a consent agenda covering various administrative approvals, tax refunds, and street closures. A proposal to lease downtown parking space was discussed but not decided.
- Adopted The Morehead City Plan 2032 Comprehensive Plan (5-0)
- Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved $19,249.38 in Ad Valorem tax overpayment refunds (5-0)
- Adopted Budget Ordinance Amendment 2023-27 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-R-40 and 2023-R-45 recognizing retirees (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2023-R-43 and 2023-R-44 regarding Business Drive annexation (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinances 2023-O-12 and 2023-O-13 for Veterans Day and Christmas parade street closures (5-0)
- Approved encroachment agreement for a pier at 1705 Avery Street (5-0)