Kernersville public meetings in 2023
44 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The scheduled meeting for December 25, 2023, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 22, 2024.
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will consider a rezoning request for 4.99 acres at Union Cross Road and Glennview Drive to allow for a hotel and restaurants. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments, street maintenance, and various local ordinances.
- Rezoning request for hotel and restaurants at Union Cross Road and Glennview Drive
- SIDA request for properties at Union Cross Road and Glennview Drive
- Voluntary contiguous annexation for 1825, 1827, and 1831 NC Highway 66 South
- Voluntary contiguous annexation for 1385 Crews Farm Road
- Budget Amendment #3 for FY 2023-24
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board is considering a land use amendment and rezoning for 8.613 acres at 1827 and 1831 NC Highway 66 South to allow for General Business use. Additionally, the board will review a rezoning request for 3.98 acres at 1385 Crews Farm Road to change the designation to Institutional and Public.
- Land Use Plan Amendment (KDP-67) to change 8.613 acres from Rural/Low Density Residential to Activity Center
- Rezoning (K-810) of 1827 and 1831 NC Highway 66 South from FC-RS20 to General Business
- Rezoning (K-641.A10) of 1385 Crews Farm Road from FC-RS20 to Institutional and Public
- Staff recommendation to deny the KDP-67 land use amendment and K-810 rezoning
Special Session of the Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold a special session to enter into a closed session. The purpose of this session is to consult with an attorney to preserve attorney-client privilege.
- Closed session to consult with an attorney pursuant to NCGS 143-318.11 (a)(3)
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a meeting including an evidentiary hearing and staff updates. The provided agenda contains only procedural items and does not list specific cases or topics for discussion.
- Evidentiary hearing
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board is considering a rezoning request for 4.59 acres at the northeast corner of Union Cross Road and Glennview Drive. The proposal seeks to allow a 56,746 sq. ft. hotel and 7,836 sq. ft. of restaurant space, including brands such as Outback, Freddy's, Caribou Coffee, and Fairfield Inn & Suites.
- Rezoning request K-654.A1 from GB-S to GB-C for 4.59+/- acres
- Proposed 56,746 sq. ft. hotel development
- Proposed 7,836 sq. ft. restaurant development with drive-through service
- Staff presentation on UDO Re-Organization project
- Election of Chairman, Vice Chairman, and Secretary
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding the voluntary annexation and rezoning of approximately 36.5 acres at 0 Union Cross Road. The rezoning request seeks to change the land from Agricultural to General Business – Conditional Use to allow for mixed residential and commercial uses. The Board will also discuss budget amendments, surplus property, and downtown crosswalks.
- Annexation of 36.487 acres at 0 Union Cross Road
- Rezoning request (Docket K-809) for 36.54+/- acres at 0 Union Cross Road
- Ordinance prohibiting the use of pine straw and pine needles in certain locations
- Budget Amendment #2 for FY 2023-24
- Resolution declaring property surplus and authorizing disposal
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding the voluntary annexation of 49.35 acres near NC-66 South. The meeting also includes a request for conditional use rezoning of 49.18 acres for various commercial and residential uses.
- Public hearing for annexation of 49.35 acres at 1764 NC 66 South and surrounding addresses
- Public hearing for rezoning 49.18 acres east of NC-66 South to TND-C district
- Public hearing for non-contiguous annexation of 1.755 acres at 9414 West Market Street
- Request for temporary street closure on a portion of Harmon Lane
- Bid acceptance for property demolition at 225 Pitts Street
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The meeting agenda contains only procedural items including roll call, approval of minutes, and staff updates. No specific cases or projects are listed for the evidentiary hearing.
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board is considering a two-phase conditional use rezoning for 36.54 acres located at 0 Union Cross Road. The proposal seeks to transition the land from agricultural to general business to allow for a mix of residential, commercial, and institutional uses.
- Rezoning request for 36.54+/- acres at 0 Union Cross Road (Zoning Docket K-809)
- Proposed change from Forsyth County Agricultural (FC AG) to General Business – Conditional Use (GB-C)
- Request for a wide range of uses including multifamily residential, retail, medical offices, and childcare
- Proposed 50-foot buffer for the future Glenn Hi Road/Ogden School Road right-of-way
- Requirement for a balanced mix of uses where no single use exceeds 50% of developable area
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will consider a voluntary non-contiguous annexation of 36.487 acres at 0 Union Cross Road. The meeting also includes a rezoning request for 355 Berry Garden Road and discussions regarding a road widening project on Shields Road.
- Public hearing for the annexation of 36.487 acres at 0 Union Cross Road
- Rezoning request for 355 Berry Garden Road to allow a 10,500 sq. ft. warehouse
- Ordinance to prohibit parking on a portion of Kilburn Way Lane
- Discussion of a road widening project on Shields Road
- Bid acceptance for interior improvements at 109 South Cherry Street
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will consider an ordinance to demolish a vacant dwelling at 511 Clubb Road due to safety and nuisance concerns. The meeting also includes discussions on two voluntary annexation petitions and a road widening project on Shields Road.
- Ordinance ordering the demolition of property at 511 Clubb Road
- Public hearing scheduling for a 49.35-acre voluntary annexation petition
- Public hearing scheduling for a 1.755-acre voluntary annexation at 9414 West Market Street
- Ordinance to add Farmwood Drive to the 25 mph speed zone
- Request for alcohol sales at the Concert in the Park on September 23, 2023
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider an appeal by Kirkwood Cabiness regarding a Notice of Violation issued to 107 Adams Street. Staff recommends affirming the decision to declare the business's operation unlawful due to its status as a discontinued nonconforming use and its proximity to residential properties.
- Appeal of Notice of Violation for 107 Adams Street (Zoning Docket K-23.07)
- Discussion of Honey Hole Internet Café's nonconforming use status
- Review of property separation requirements for Nightclubs and Internet/Electronic Gaming
- Potential $100.00 per day civil penalty for non-compliance
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board is reviewing a request from PM Development to rezone 49.18 acres to a Traditional Neighborhood Development district. This expansion of the Welden project includes both Village Center and residential mixed-use areas. Staff recommends approval of the rezoning and the associated site plan.
- Rezoning of 49.18+/- acres near NC-66 South and Old Salem Road (Docket K-641.A9)
- Expansion of the Welden development via two-phase rezoning
- Proposed uses include residential, retail, medical, and various community services
- Site plan conditions regarding the construction of Cross Village Parkway
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding a large-scale rezoning request and an amendment to the Kernersville Development Plan. These items involve approximately 629 acres near Teague Lane and Ogden School Road for mixed-use development. The Board will also discuss budget amendments, street closures for local events, and a property sale to the NCDOT.
- Rezoning of 629.29 acres at Teague Lane and Ogden School Road (K-570.A4)
- Amendment to Kernersville Development Plan for 593.61 acres (KDP-66)
- Budget Amendment #1 for FY 2023-24
- Sale of real property to the North Carolina Department of Transportation
- Temporary street closures for KirbyFest 5k Color Run, Savage Roasters, and Home Builders Association
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will conduct evidentiary hearings on two appeals regarding Notices of Violation. The items involve business operations found to be in violation of town zoning ordinances and nonconforming use rules.
- Appeal of Notice of Violation for 810 N. Main Street Units L-K (Zoning Docket K-23.06)
- Appeal of Notice of Violation for 107 Adams Street (Zoning Docket K-23.07)
- Election of Board Chairman and Vice Chairman
- Appointment of Beth Price as Deputy Clerk to the Board of Adjustment
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board is considering a land use amendment and a two-phase rezoning for the Caleb’s Creek development. The proposals involve changing land designations and rezoning approximately 629 acres to allow for a mix of residential and commercial uses. If approved, the project could include up to 2,936 residential units.
- Land Use Plan Amendment (KDP-66) for 593.61 acres along Teague Lane
- Rezoning request (K-570.A4) from MU-S to MU-C for 629.29 acres at Teague Lane and Ogden School Road
- Proposed development of up to 2,936 residential units
- Removal of a large swath of previously approved commercial/office space along I-40
- Request for vested rights and revised transportation plans
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will consider several public hearings regarding land use, including a 49-acre annexation and a large-scale conditional use rezoning. The meeting also includes discussions on a five-year lease for the Chamber of Commerce and various non-profit funding contracts.
- Lease agreement with Kernersville Chamber of Commerce for 136 East Mountain Street ($910/month)
- Voluntary contiguous annexation of 49.35 acres at 1764 NC 66 South and surrounding locations
- Conditional use rezoning for 49.18 acres east of NC-66 South and south of Old Salem Road
- Rezoning of 1.29 acres at 1105 Old Salem Road and 1399 Union Cross Road
- Approval of non-profit funding contracts from the General Fund and Occupancy Fund
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The Kernersville Board of Adjustment will hold a meeting on June 26, 2023. The agenda consists of procedural items including roll call, approval of minutes, staff updates, and an evidentiary hearing.
- Evidentiary hearing
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board is considering a two-phase rezoning and site plan for 49.18 acres west of NC-66 South and south of Old Salem Road. The proposal by PM Development seeks to expand the Welden development into a Traditional Neighborhood Development district. Other items include land use amendments and rezonings for properties on Old Salem Road and Paddison Street.
- Rezoning 49.18 acres near NC-66 South and Old Salem Road to TND-C
- Land Use Plan amendment for 1105 Old Salem Road and 1399 Union Cross Road
- Rezoning 1.29 acres at 1105 Old Salem Road and 1399 Union Cross Road to IP
- Land Use Plan amendment for 211 Paddison Street to Mixed Use
- Rezoning 2.28 acres at 321 and 331 East Bodenhamer Street and 207/211 Paddison Street to PB
Special Session of the Board of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold a special session including a closed session. The closed session is for consulting with an attorney and discussing personnel matters or grievances.
- Closed session to consult with an attorney
- Discussion of public officer or employee qualifications or performance
- Investigation of complaints, charges, or grievances
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding the proposed FY 2023-2024 operating budget, several rezoning requests, and a voluntary annexation of 49.35 acres. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning text amendments and a contract for financial auditing services.
- Public hearing for FY 2023-2024 Proposed Operating Budget
- Rezoning request for 355 Berry Garden Road to allow a 10,500 sq. ft. warehouse
- Voluntary annexation of 49.35 acres including 1764 NC 66 South and Rock Barn Road
- Rezoning request for 900 West Mountain Street for various industrial and commercial uses
- Zoning text amendment to establish Internet/Electronic Gaming Establishments as a primary use
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will consider several lease agreements and a contract for a sanitary sewer extension. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding a lease for Crisis Control Ministry and improvements to the Beeson Crossroads Fire Station.
- Public hearing for a 10-year lease with Crisis Control Ministry at 431 West Bodenhamer Street
- Public hearing for Beeson Crossroads Fire Station improvements (TEFRA)
- Contract authorization for the Kernersville Medical Parkway Sanitary Sewer Extension
- Lease agreements with the Kernersville Woman's Club and The Piedmont Triad Football Club
- Automatic Aid Agreements with Colfax, Piney Grove, Walkertown, and Stokesdale fire departments
Special Session of the Board of Aldermen
The Kernersville Board of Aldermen will hold a special session to discuss the proposed budget for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. No votes or final decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Discussion of Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The Kernersville Board of Adjustment will hold a meeting on May 22, 2023. The agenda consists of procedural items including roll call, approval of minutes, a public hearing, and staff updates.
- Public hearing
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Board is reviewing a text amendment to define and regulate Internet/Electronic Gaming Establishments as a primary use. The proposal includes specific operational conditions, such as visibility requirements and distance buffers from schools and churches.
- Text Amendment KT-274: Establishing Internet/Electronic Gaming Establishments as a primary use
- Rezoning K-799.A1: 14.41 acres at 900 West Mountain Street for various industrial and commercial uses
- Rezoning K-641.A9: 49.18 acres east of NC-66 South and south of Old Salem Road for traditional neighborhood development
- Rezoning K-626.A1: 3.18 acres at 355 Berry Garden Road for wholesale trade and business services
- Text Amendment KT-275: Proposed changes to zoning district setbacks
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold public hearings regarding a 21.41-acre rezoning request and the annexation of 10.226 acres on Perry Road. The Board will also discuss financing for the Beeson Crossroads Fire Station improvement project and a budget amendment.
- Public hearing for voluntary annexation of 10.226 acres at 240 Perry Road
- Public hearing for rezoning 21.41 acres near Industrial Park Drive from HB/LI to LI
- Public hearing on financing for the Beeson Crossroads Fire Station improvement project
- Consideration of a contract award for the Beeson Crossroads Fire Station design-build project
- Consideration of Budget Amendment #9 for FY 2022-23
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will hold a public hearing regarding a petition to close Moravian Lane. They will also consider a $457,048 bid for a new parking lot on North Cherry Street and a grant contract for stream restoration.
- Public hearing to close Moravian Lane between South Main Street and South Cherry Street
- Bid acceptance for North Cherry Street parking lot construction ($457,048 to WC Construction, Inc.)
- NC Land and Water Fund Grant Contract for the Ivey Redmon Stream Restoration Project (up to $400,000)
- Resolution to declare Timothy Summers' badge and service weapons surplus
- Resolution declaring May as Historic Preservation Month
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold an evidentiary hearing regarding a Special Use Permit application for 202 Church Street. The applicant seeks to convert an existing garage into a detached accessory dwelling unit. Staff recommends approval subject to specific conditions, including a required site survey.
- Special Use Permit application (Zoning Docket K-23.05) for 202 Church St
- Proposed conversion of a 618 sq. ft. garage to a detached accessory dwelling unit
- Staff recommendation to approve subject to four specific conditions
- Requirement for a site survey to verify the structure does not exceed 5% of the lot size
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board will consider a text amendment to define and regulate Internet/Electronic Gaming Establishments as a primary use. They will also review a rezoning request for a 21.41-acre property on Industrial Park Drive.
- Rezoning request for 21.41+/- acres at 1045 Industrial Park Drive (Docket K-807)
- Text amendment to establish Internet/Electronic Gaming Establishments as a primary use (Docket KT-274)
- Proposed 500-foot buffer between gaming establishments and schools, churches, or parks
- Proposed parking requirement of 1 space per 150 square feet for single-building gaming uses
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will review 2023 budget requests from local organizations including Kernersville Little League and Crisis Control Ministry. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a property sale to NCDOT and a potential voluntary annexation on Perry Road.
- 2023 budget request from Kernersville Little League for $3,000
- 2023 budget request from Crisis Control Ministry for $10,000
- Voluntary annexation petition for 240 Perry Road (10.226 acres)
- Sale of property to NCDOT for the Big Mill Farm Road Project
- Agreement with Kernersville Cycling Club regarding the Mountain Bike Park
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The meeting agenda contains only procedural items including roll call, approval of minutes, and staff updates. No specific cases or substantive items are listed for discussion or decision.
Quorum Notice of the Board of Aldermen
This is a quorum notice regarding the Kernersville Board of Aldermen. A quorum of the board may be present in Washington, DC for the Congressional City Conference of the National League of Cities from March 26 to March 29, 2023.
- Quorum notice for Congressional City Conference of the National League of Cities
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board is considering a Final Development Plan for a proposed TownePlace Suites by Marriott. The 2.90-acre project at 1365 Stafford Centre Drive includes a four-story building and 104 parking spaces. Staff recommends approval with conditions regarding building materials, dumpster screening, and access aisles.
- Final Development Plan for Opal Hotels-Kernersville (Zoning Docket K-547 FDP TRIX)
- Proposed 96-room hotel with 14,635 square foot building footprint
- Construction of sidewalks along Hanes Street and connections to Stafford Centre Drive
- Requirement for a 26-foot access aisle stub out to the adjacent eastern property
- Mandatory dumpster screening using evergreen trees to protect Hanes Street residences
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and budget amendments. The meeting also includes discussions on property sales to NCDOT and a potential demolition at 900-A East Mountain Street.
- Adoption of the Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2023-2024 through 2027-2028
- Consideration of Budget Amendment #8 for FY 2022-23
- Discussion of property sale to NCDOT for the Big Mill Farm Road Project
- Ordinance regarding the demolition of a non-residential structure at 900-A East Mountain Street
- Contract award for paving improvements construction
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will review 2022 annual reports and 2023 budget requests from local organizations. The meeting also includes discussions regarding property sales to NCDOT and the acceptance of a property purchase offer on Perry Road.
- 2023 Budget Requests from Kernersville Little Theatre and Chamber of Commerce
- Sale of property to NCDOT for the Big Mill Farm Road Project
- Acceptance of offer to purchase Town-owned property on Perry Road
- Bid acceptance for Thomas Drake Culvert Replacement
- Resolution to update the Fund Balance Policy
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold an evidentiary hearing regarding a variance request for an accessory structure. The applicant seeks to place a 480-square-foot metal carport in the front yard due to existing private well and septic systems on the property.
- Variance Request K-23.04: 480 sq. ft. metal carport at 446 Farley Drive
- Public hearing regarding front yard setback requirements for an accessory structure
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board will hold a meeting consisting of standard procedural items. The agenda includes approval of minutes, public hearings, and staff updates.
- Approval of minutes
- Public hearings
- Public comments
- Staff updates
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will consider a voluntary non-contiguous annexation and land use amendment for 1.54 acres at 7501 Watkins Ford Road. The meeting also includes a request to rezone approximately 84.9 acres near Watkins Ford Road for single-family residential use. Additionally, the Board will consider a budget amendment and the acceptance of grant funds from the Governor’s Crime Commission.
- Public hearing for voluntary annexation of 1.543 acres at 7501 Watkins Ford Road
- Land use amendment from Rural Residential to Low Density Residential (KDP-63)
- Rezoning request for 84.919 acres near 7507 Watkins Ford Road (K-798.A1)
- Resolution to accept grant funds from the NC Department of Public Safety – Governor’s Crime Commission
- Ordinance for Budget Amendment #7 for FY 2022-23
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will review a clean financial audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022, including an examination of $7.86 million in ARPA funds. The meeting also includes discussions on property sales, purchases, leases, and various local ordinances.
- Presentation of the FY 2022 financial audit and ARPA funds compliance examination
- Ordinance to change rear yard setback requirements for swimming pools
- Ordinance to add streets to the 25 MPH speed zone
- Discussion of property sale on Perry Road and purchase at 689 Beeson Road
- SIDA request for property located on Cherry Street
Kernersville Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold evidentiary hearings regarding two special use permit applications and one variance request. These items involve requests for oversized accessory structures and a front-yard setback variance due to site-specific conditions.
- Variance request for a 440 sq. ft. carport at 446 Farley Drive (K-23.01)
- Special Use Permit for an oversized accessory structure at 1004 Angela Run Dr (K-23.02)
- Special Use Permit for an oversized accessory structure at 1225 N. Main Street (K-23.03)
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen is considering two annexation petitions and financing for a new recreation and events center. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments and contract awards for construction management.
- Public hearing for 46.903-acre annexation at 0 Kerner Road
- Public hearing for 71.49-acre annexation at 1223 Union Cross Road
- Financing for Recreation and Events Center construction and street paving
- Contract award for Recreation and Events Center construction manager at risk
- Budget Amendment #6 for FY 2022-23
Meeting Of The Planning Board
The Planning Board is considering a land use amendment and a conditional use rezoning for the Atkins Farm residential project. The proposals involve adding 1.54 acres to the development to increase the total unit count from 216 to 222 single-family homes.
- Land use amendment (KDP-63) to change 1.54 acres at 7501 Watkins Ford Rd from Rural Residential to Low Density Residential
- Rezoning request (K-798.A1) for 84.919 acres near 7507 Watkins Ford Road to Residential Single Family - Conditional Use
- Proposed development of 222 detached single-family homes at a density of 2.61 units per acre
- Site plan recommendation including four new public streets and 8,049 linear feet of new public right-of-way
Regular Meeting Of The Board Of Aldermen
The Board of Aldermen will consider an interlocal agreement with Guilford County to provide fire and rescue services for the Colfax Fire District. Other items include discussions on parking ordinances, a botanical garden agreement, and a real property purchase.
- Interlocal Agreement with Guilford County for Colfax Fire District services
- Ordinance to prohibit parking on a portion of Broad Street
- Ordinance to allow permit parking in municipal public parking lots
- Amended agreement with Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden
- Purchase of real property at 6310 Old Valley School Road