Nags Head public meetings in 2023
31 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider a site plan for a new trade center behind TW’s Bait and Tackle. The meeting also includes reviews of text amendments for long-term hotel rentals and multi-family development. Additionally, the board will discuss regulations for drive-through restaurants.
- Site plan review for a trade center on Lot 2a of the Charles L. Sineath Subdivision
- Text amendment to allow long-term rentals in existing hotels and motels
- Text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding multi-family development
- Discussion of text amendments related to drive-through restaurants
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will reorganize the board and select a Mayor Pro Tem. Public hearings are scheduled to discuss drive-thru restaurants and subdivision waivers. The board will also consider accepting $244,000 in American Rescue Plan funding for an asset study.
- Public hearing on allowing drive-thru restaurants in Commercial Mixed-Use Developments
- Acceptance of $244,000 in American Rescue Plan funding for an Asset Inventory and Assessment Study
- Resolution authorizing a contract with NCDEQ for a Public Beach & Coastal Waterfront Access Grant
- Request for approval of the Town Hall/Fire Station Properties Master Plan
- Public hearing regarding a subdivision waiver for Parcel 007323000
Planning Board
The board will consider various text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding multi-family development. The agenda also includes a report on November 1, 2023, Board of Commissioners actions and the Planning & Development Director's report.
- Text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance for multi-family development
- Report on November 1, 2023, Board of Commissioners actions
- Approval of October 17, 2023, meeting minutes
Board of Commissioners
The provided document is an agenda for a Board of Commissioners retreat. No specific discussion topics or decisions are listed in the text.
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider a bid award for the Epstein Beach Access Bath House Project and Budget Amendment #5 to the FY 22/23 budget. The agenda also includes presentations from the Town Attorney and Town Manager.
- Bid award for Epstein Beach Access Bath House Project
- Budget Amendment #5 to FY 22/23 Budget
Planning Board
The Planning Board will review a subdivision waiver for a two-lot minor subdivision and several proposed changes to the Unified Development Ordinance. These updates include regulations for drive-through restaurants, pawn shops, and multi-family development.
- Subdivision waiver for a two-lot Minor Subdivision of Parcel 007323000
- Text amendment to allow 'Restaurant, Drive Through' in Commercial Mixed-Use Developments
- Text amendment to prohibit Pawn Shops and Pawn Brokers as uses within the Town
- Text amendment regarding precious metal appraisal/purchase for retail jewelry shops
- Continued discussion of Multi-Family Development within the Unified Development Ordinance
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding a text amendment to prohibit pawn shops within the town. They will also review a site plan for a 90-unit hotel at 6632 W. Pheasant Avenue. Other business includes beach nourishment planning and drainage project bids.
- Public hearing on prohibiting pawn shops and regulating precious metal appraisals
- Site plan review for the four-story, 90-unit Inn at Whalebone hotel
- Bid award for the Old Nags Head Place Drainage Project
- Discussion of the Beach Nourishment Master Plan
- Interlocal agreement with Dare County for a proposed EMS station
Planning Board
The board will consider text amendments regarding pawn shops and precious metal services in jewelry stores. Members will also review a site plan for the 90-unit Inn at Whalebone hotel. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on multi-family development and municipal building uses.
- Site plan review for the 90-unit Inn at Whalebone hotel at 6632 W. Pheasant Avenue
- Text amendment to prohibit pawn shops and brokers within the Town
- Text amendment to allow precious metals appraisal as an accessory use in jewelry shops
- Initiation of text amendment to permit municipal buildings in the SPD-C District
- Discussion regarding multi-family development within the Unified Development Ordinance
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider several items including a budget amendment and tax adjustment reports. Discussion topics include text amendments to the town code regarding beach driving stickers and prohibited uses in the UDO. The board will also review requests related to stormwater grants and police department equipment.
- Budget Amendment #3 to FY 23/24 Budget
- Text amendment for Chapter 8 Beaches and Waterways regarding beach driving sticker placement
- Text amendment to UDO Section 6.5.3 regarding pawnbrokers, metal dealers, scrap dealers, and precious metal businesses
- Application for Stormwater Construction Grant (LASII)
- Proposed revision to the Police Dept License Plate Reader CIP Request
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider a text amendment to list pawnbrokers, metal dealers, scrap dealers, and precious metal businesses as prohibited uses within the town. The board will also continue discussions regarding multi-family development within the Unified Development Ordinance.
- Proposed text amendment to prohibit pawnbrokers, metal dealers, scrap dealers, and precious metal businesses
- Continued discussion of multi-family development within the Unified Development Ordinance
- Report on Board of Commissioners actions from August 2, 2023
- Planning & Development Director's report from July 27, 2023
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request from David Treherne for property at 8723 S. Old Oregon Inlet Road. The request involves setbacks for a 10’ x 8’ deck, lot coverage, and parking stall dimensions. The board will also approve minutes from September 9, 2021, and July 13, 2023.
- Variance request for 8723 S. Old Oregon Inlet Road
- Approval of minutes from September 9, 2021, and July 13, 2023
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a special use permit for a new Starbucks at 7100 S. Croatan Highway. They will also hold public hearings regarding drive-through restaurant regulations and the closing of part of Old Nags Head Woods Road. Additionally, the board will review budget amendments and beach nourishment programs.
- Special Use Permit for a Starbucks at 7100 S. Croatan Highway
- Public hearing for 'Restaurant, Drive Through' use in Commercial Mixed-Use Developments
- Amendment to Beach Nourishment Maint Capital Project Ordinance
- Debris Monitoring Contract for FY 23/24
- Permanent closing of a portion of Old Nags Head Woods Road
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider text amendments to allow drive-through restaurants in Commercial Mixed-Use Developments. The board will also review a special use permit for a Starbucks at 7100 S. Croran Highway. Additionally, members will discuss multi-family development within the Unified Development Ordinance.
- Text amendment to allow 'Restaurant, Drive Through' in Commercial Mixed-Use Developments
- Special Use Permit/Site Plan Amendment for a Starbucks at 7100 S. Croatan Highway
- Discussion of multi-family development within the Unified Development Ordinance
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request from property owner David Treherne. The request involves setbacks and lot coverage for the construction of a 10’ x 8’ deck.
- Variance request for rear and side yard setback encroachments
- Request regarding maximum allowable lot coverage
- Construction of a 10’ x 8’ deck
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding dewatering activities such as inground pool installation. The agenda also includes budget amendments, tax adjustments, and updates on cell towers and public services facilities.
- Public hearing for UDO text amendments regarding dewatering and excavation
- Resolution authorizing equipment exchange with Roanoke Island Fire Depts
- Traffic Control Map amendments for Soundside Road and Bonnett Street
- Consideration of Budget Amendment #1 to the FY 23/24 budget
- Renewal of the Disaster Debris Removal Agreement
Board of Commissioners
The Board is considering the Town Manager's proposed operating budget for July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. This includes adoption of the FY 23/24 Budget Ordinance, updated fee schedules, and capital improvement program requests. A public hearing on these items was held at the June 7th meeting.
- Adoption of FY 23/24 Budget Ordinance
- Capital Improvement Program (CIP) requests for FY 23/24 through FY 27/28
- Updated Consolidated Fee Schedule
- Pay Plan and Career Progression Plans
- New Organizational Chart
Planning Board
The Planning Board will discuss multi-family development within the Unified Development Ordinance and review a townwide community survey. There are no action items scheduled for this meeting.
- Discussion of multi-family development within the Unified Development Ordinance
- Review of the townwide community survey
- Report on June 7 Board of Commissioners actions
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing to consider the Town Manager’s proposed operating budget for July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. This includes reviews of capital improvement program requests and an updated consolidated fee schedule. The meeting also includes discussions on several Unified Development Ordinance text amendments.
- Public hearing for the FY 23/24 operating budget and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) requests
- Proposed UDO text amendments regarding dewatering activities for inground pools
- Proposed UDO text amendments for 'Restaurant, Drive Through' uses in commercial mixed-use developments
- Proposed UDO text amendments regarding regulations for fueling stations
- Discussion of a request for a traffic signal at Villa Dunes Drive
Board of Commissioners
The Nags Head Board of Commissioners is conducting a budget workshop. The session includes reviews of the Capital Investment Fund, non-CIP capital outlay, and discussions regarding operating budget pay and benefits recommendations.
- Review of Capital Investment Fund
- Review of Non-CIP Capital Outlay
- Discussion of Operating Budget Pay/Benefits recommendations
- Departmental discussions
Planning Board
The Nags Head Planning Board is considering amendments to allow drive-thru restaurants in certain commercial areas. The board will also review a sketch plan for a Starbucks at 7100 S. Croatan Highway. Additionally, members will discuss regulations regarding multi-family development and restaurant parking.
- Text amendments to allow drive-thru restaurants in Commercial Mixed-Use Developments
- Sketch plan review for a Starbucks at 7100 S. Croatan Highway
- Text amendments regarding de-watering for in-ground pools
- Discussion of multi-family development regulations
- Discussion of restaurant parking requirements
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the Town Manager’s proposed operating budget and updated fee schedules. The meeting also includes discussions on short-term rental rules, new zoning districts, and beach monitoring proposals.
- Public hearing for the FY 23/24 operating budget and CIP requests
- Proposed text amendments to Unified Development Ordinance regarding fueling stations
- Zoning map amendment for a new C-5 Historic Character Commercial District
- Request to approve Moffatt and Nichol proposal for beach monitoring and analysis
- Site plan review for parking expansion at 4917 S. Croatan Highway
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider budget amendments and updates to the traffic control map. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding an ordinance to abate a hazardous structure at 10211 E Seagull Drive.
- No Parking – Tow-Away Zone on Gannett Avenue
- Budget Amendment #13 to FY 22/23 Budget
- Removal of Short-Term Rental Registration Fee from the fee schedule
- Ordinance for abatement of a structure at 10211 E Seagull Drive
Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider a site plan amendment for additional parking at 4917 S. Croatan Highway. The board will also review text amendments regarding fueling station regulations. Additionally, members will discuss definitions for “Habitable Building Area” and dwelling units.
- Site plan amendment for additional parking at 4917 S. Croatan Highway
- Text amendments for 'Fueling Stations' regulations
- Discussion of 'Habitable Building Area' definition
- Discussion of dwelling unit and accessory structure definitions
- Report on April 5, 2023, Board of Commissioners actions
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review proposed text amendments to short-term rental registration rules and the town's zoning map. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments and solid waste management ordinances. Additionally, the board will consider a parking lot expansion for Nags Head Church.
- Text amendments to short-term rental registration rules
- Zoning map amendment for the C-5 Historic Character Commercial District
- Parking lot expansion at 105 W. Soundside Rd for Nags Head Church
- Amendments to Town Code Chapter 30 regarding solid waste management
- Bid award for updating the Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan
Planning Board
The Nags Head Planning Board will review a site plan amendment for a parking lot expansion at 105 W. Soundside Road. The board is also considering changes to short-term rental registration rules and the Historic Character Area zoning map. Additionally, members will discuss definitions related to dwelling units and accessory structures.
- Parking lot expansion for Nags Head Church at 105 W. Soundside Road
- Zoning map amendment regarding the Historic Character Area moratorium
- Text amendments to short-term rental registration rules
- Discussion on dwelling unit definitions and accessory structures
- Update on electric vehicle grant opportunity
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) amendments regarding the Historic Character Area. These updates include establishing a new C-5 Historic Character Commercial Zoning District and revising development standards. The agenda also includes a tax adjustment report and a fee proposal for petroleum equipment removal.
- Adoption of text amendments to establish the C-5 Historic Character Commercial Zoning District
- Proposed updates to the Town Code of Ordinances regarding the Historic Character Area
- Consideration of a Tax Adjustment Report
- Fee proposal for petroleum equipment removal and canopy installation for the Public Services Redevelopment Plan
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding UDO text amendments for a new commercial zoning district. The agenda also includes consideration of several capital project ordinances, budget amendments, and a mutual aid agreement with Kill Devil Hills.
- Adoption of C-5 Historic Character Commercial Zoning District and map amendments
- Capital Project Ordinances for Beach Nourishment and Public Services Complex
- Budget Amendment #11 to the FY 22/23 Budget
- MOU between Nags Head and Kill Devil Hills regarding Building Inspector Mutual Aid
- Request for additional funding for the Dune Management Program
Planning Board
The Nags Head Planning Board will consider a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding the definition of 'Habitable Building Area/Habitable Living Space.' The board will also discuss potential amendments related to dwelling unit definitions and accessory structures. Additionally, members will receive an update on the Energy Transitions Initiative Partnership Project (ETIPP).
- Text amendment regarding 'Habitable Building Area/Habitable Living Space' definition
- Discussion of potential text amendments for dwelling unit definitions and accessory structures
- Update on the Energy Transitions Initiative Partnership Project (ETIPP)
- Review of the 2023 Submittal Calendar
- Report on February 1, 2023, Board of Commissioners actions
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review budget amendments and tax adjustment reports. The meeting includes a request for a public hearing regarding zoning changes in the Historic Character Area. Additionally, officials will discuss drainage re-bid results and NCDOT paving projects.
- Request for public hearing on UDO/Zoning Map Amendment for the Historic Character Area
- Consideration of Budget Amendment #10 to FY 22/23 Budget
- Review of Final Estuarine Shoreline Management Plan
- Discussion of Old Nags Head Place Drainage re-bid results
- Presentation on town paving and drainage projects from NCDOT
Planning Board
The board will elect its Chair and Vice Chair for the 2023 calendar year. Members will continue discussions regarding the Historic Character Area within the 2022 CAMA Land Use Plan. This includes reviewing current ordinances and land uses related to a recently adopted moratorium.
- Election of 2023 Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion of Historic Character Area and recent moratorium
- Report on January 4, 2023 Board of Commissioners actions
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold public hearings on financing for FY 2023 projects and updates to tree preservation regulations. They will also discuss multifamily uses in the C-2 District and a new pay plan for Ocean Rescue.
- Proposed financing for FY 2023 Public Services Facilities and AMI systems
- UDO text amendment for multifamily uses in the C-2 District
- UDO amendments regarding tree preservation and removal regulations
- Discussion of a new Ocean Rescue pay plan
- Property donation of 119 E Seagull Drive to the Town