Development & economy in North Carolina local government
What North Carolina city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about development & economy — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
1,561 North Carolina meetings since 2024 covered development & economy. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in North Carolina with the most development & economy activity
- Cary, NC (71)
- Charlotte, NC (68)
- Wendell, NC (48)
- Selma, NC (43)
- Pittsboro, NC (42)
- Pender County, NC (40)
- Winston-Salem, NC (38)
- Mooresboro, NC (36)
- Kannapolis, NC (35)
- Chapel Hill, NC (35)
- Durham, NC (33)
- Leland, NC (31)
Latest matching meetings
Board will consider amendment to charge contractors fines for land‑use violations
The Planning Board will review and recommend a proposed amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance (Section 9.2) that would allow contractors, in addition to property owners, to be fined for land‑use violations. The meeting also includes routine business such as approving minutes, the agenda, and a departmental…
Board reviews rezoning of 8.99 acres at 4312 Jacobs Creek Lane
The Planning and Zoning Board will consider a request to amend Cary's official zoning map for approximately 8.99 acres at 4312 Jacobs Creek Lane. The proposal seeks to rezone the parcel from Wake County Residential 40 Watershed (R‑40W) to Cary Residential 12 Conditional Use (R‑12‑CU) with two overlay districts and to…
Council to approve grant request for Oklawaha Greenway Trailhead and signage
The City Council will consider a consent agenda item requesting staff approval to apply for a Recreational Trails Program grant to fund a new Oklawaha Greenway Trailhead and trail signage. The meeting also includes presentations on erosion control for the Half Moon Heights development, a water and sewer quarterly…
Fast Five Investments annexation of 15.913 acres and corporate limits extension
The City Council will hold public hearings on two voluntary contiguous annexation petitions and consider ordinances to extend Sanford's corporate limits. Several rezoning applications—including a 4.5‑acre urban‑neighborhood request and a 111.67‑acre mixed‑use development plan—will be reviewed. The council will also…
Commission receives updates on community infrastructure, health care, and disease cases
The Buncombe County Commissioners will hear staff updates on the Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) for community infrastructure, a Continuum of Care program update, and a report on recent cyclosporiasis cases in North Carolina.
Planning Board to review 111-acre mixed-use rezoning on Colon Road
The Sanford Planning Board will hold joint public hearings with the City Council on five land-use items, including a 111.67-acre mixed-use rezoning on Colon Road (Case 2026-0503) that was tabled in May, two other zoning map amendments, two rezonings contingent on annexation, and a UDO text amendment for pet grooming…
Planning Board discusses multiple rezoning requests and a landscape plan
The Planning Board will review several land use changes, including a 310-unit multifamily development on Gloria Dawn Road. Other items include rezoning requests for marina-related uses on Pensacola Avenue and Morgan Street/Marine Drive, as well as an alternate landscape plan for a storage establishment.
Public hearing on zoning map amendment for 115 Beverly Heights Avenue
The Town Council and Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider two cases: an amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance addressing invasive species, and a conditional district zoning map amendment for the property at 115 Beverly Heights Avenue. After the hearing, the commission will discuss and…
Public hearing on several zoning map amendments for new developments.
The Planning Board will approve the minutes from the May 18, 2026 meeting and then hold a public hearing on four zoning map amendment proposals. The proposals involve properties on West Street, Raleigh Street, Piney Grove Wilbon Road, and Sunset Lake Road. After the hearing, the board may address other business, staff…
City Council considers $8,575,000 wastewater treatment plant upgrade amendment
The council will hold public hearings on proposed amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance covering sight‑triangle regulations, stormwater management, and loitering, trespassing, public intoxication, and hours of operation. A capital project amendment will be considered to fund an $8,575,000 upgrade of the…
Council to approve RFP for advisory study of 11‑acre downtown redevelopment
The Belmont City Council will consider approving a Request for Proposals for strategic real estate development advisory, market analysis, and concept planning services for an approximately 11‑acre property in downtown Belmont. The council will also review a FERC permit and lease agreement with Duke Energy…
County awards RFP for residential redevelopment at former Walstonburg Industrial Site
The Greene County Board of Commissioners will consider several budget amendments, including for the Health Department, Digital Inclusion Plan, and Meals on Wheels grant. They will also review late property tax relief applications and adopt a resolution declaring surplus property. A presentation will be given on the…
Commissioners to hold public hearing on Project Odesa incentives
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding incentives for Project Odesa. The body will also consider several contracts for generator installations and a mobile incident command post, along with various budget ordinances for schools and community college projects.
Planning Board discusses rezoning and several text amendments
The Planning Board will review a rezoning request for Hydrotube and multiple text amendments regarding stormwater, infrastructure, and the Downtown Overlay District. Staff has recommended approval for all presented action items.
Joint discussion on updating Belmont's Land Development Code
The City Council, Planning and Zoning Board, and Freese & Nichols, Inc. will discuss potential revisions to the Land Development Code. The discussion will review what works well in the current code, identify shortcomings, and consider changes to support the Comprehensive Land Use Plan. Input will focus on development…
Appearance Commission considers moving meetings to evening hours
The Appearance Commission will consider amending its meeting schedule to evening hours to improve accessibility for residents and commissioners. The body will also review a proposed schedule for the Appearance Project Program's beautification and clean-up efforts.
Steering committee reviews UDO update process and FAQs
The Wendell UDO Update Steering Committee will hold a special‑called meeting to welcome members, introduce participants, and discuss new business related to the Unified Development Ordinance update. Topics include frequently asked questions, kick‑off questions, an overview of the update process, and planning next…
Committee to determine locations for Moth Bench and Peace Pole
The Design Committee will vote on recommended locations for the Moth Bench and the Peace Pole. The committee will also discuss public art approaches for fiscal year 26-27 and grant opportunities.
City Council discusses housing policy, park improvements, and Main Street program
The City Council will hold a work session to discuss several municipal initiatives. Topics include an affordable housing policy, park improvements, and the North Carolina Mainstreet Program.
Committee reviews two development projects
The Pre-Development Review Committee will meet to review and make recommendations on two items: the Bailey's Glen Expansion (Dove Property) and Westmoreland Road. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 12:00 PM.
City Council approves budget amendments and annexation resolutions
The Morehead City Council approved multiple budget ordinance amendments and accepted financial reports for the General Fund and Water and Sewer Fund. The body also adopted resolutions directing staff to investigate and schedule a public hearing for the annexation of properties on Morgan Street and Marine Drive.
Town Board will consider the FY 2026‑2027 Wendell budget and related fee schedule
The Board will vote on several consent agenda items, including property tax and stormwater fee orders for fiscal year 2027, an amendment to the master agreement for on‑call professional engineering services with LJB Engineering, and the Wake Transit FY 2026 general operating agreement for bus operations. It will also…
Wendell Board considers rezoning for Eagle Rock Junction
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a rezoning request for Eagle Rock Junction and the relocation of a grave. The meeting also includes several annexation investigations and the approval of various municipal service contracts for Fiscal Year 2027.
Board will decide bond reductions for Greenwood Estates and Pine Tree Estates.
The Planning Board will review bond reduction requests for the Greenwood Estates and Pine Tree Estates developments. It will also consider a site redevelopment application for 198 Union Street, which does not require approval under the Subdivision Control Act. Additional items include special permit and site‑plan…
Council to approve ordinance creating municipal service district capital reserve fund
The Burgaw Town Council will vote on the consent agenda, which includes Ordinance 2026-21 that establishes a Municipal Service District Capital Reserve Fund. Council members will also hear a presentation on the Downtown Streetscape Proposal. The meeting includes adoption of GAF Community Splash Pad Rules and…
Council to vote on FY 2026‑2027 budget with proposed 0.44‑cent tax increase
The Town Council will consider the FY 2026‑2027 budget, which includes a recommended property‑tax increase of 0.44 cents. A public hearing will be held on the budget and on a speed‑limit reduction for Green Hill Road. Additional agenda items include a Great Trails State Program grant, an annexation request for Rictur…
Morehead City Council discusses annexations, budget amendments, and fee changes
The City Council will consider several budget amendment ordinances and a grant application for an ambulance. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding the annexation of 3108 Bridges Street and discussions on new residency policies.
Downtown Advisory Board holds organizational meeting on July 14, 2026
The Downtown Advisory Board will hold an organizational meeting to conduct initial business. The agenda includes the approval of May 2026 minutes and a discussion regarding a Zoning Text Amendment for the Downtown Design Overlay District.
Zoning Commission considers variances and rezoning requests
The Fayetteville Zoning Commission will consider approval of several variance requests for signs, fences, and setbacks, as well as three legislative rezoning proposals. One item regarding permit revocations is scheduled to be tabled.
Selma Town Council to vote on annexation procedures and utility relocations
The Town Council will hold a public hearing to codify the requirement for Planning Board review of annexation petitions. The body will also consider requests for utility relocations on River Road and a highway safety grant resolution for the police department.
Goldsboro City Council to hold hearings on land use and community development plans
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding the Elevate Goldsboro Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Map, as well as community development action plans. The body will also consider updates to stormwater fees and the operating budget.
Board to discuss first Unified Development Ordinance for Pitt County
The Pitt County Board of Commissioners will discuss the development of its first Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) and consider staff recommendations from a fire feasibility study. The board will vote on a $2.585 million contract for dam repairs at Lake Glenwood and a personnel ordinance update. A consent agenda…
Planning Board considers zoning changes for private schools
The Planning Board is reviewing a request from Waterlife Church to amend citywide zoning text to allow educational facilities in various residential and commercial districts. The board is also considering a special use permit for a private school at the former West Lenoir Elementary school.
Board to consider Southport Meadows Phase 4 development of 141 homes and 150 townhomes
The Brunswick County Planning Board will review several rezoning requests and a large planned‑development expansion. Items include rezoning two tax parcels to neighborhood‑commercial, two parcels to low‑density commercial, and three parcels to commercial low‑density and conditional districts. The board will also…
Council to review draft UDO Article 4 – Zoning Map and Districts
The Leland Town Council will examine the draft Unified Development Ordinance Article 4, which outlines the official zoning map and district structure. Staff will seek council feedback to be provided at the August agenda review meeting. The draft proposes changes to legacy districts, new residential and commercial…
Lumberton City Council to hold public hearings on rezoning and automotive regulations
The City Council will conduct public hearings regarding a rezoning request for 2906 Olive Dr. and a new ordinance for automotive establishments. The body will also consider several annexations, special use permits, and the allocation of Community Revitalization Funds.
Council to vote on construction contracts for town hall, generator, sidewalk
The Harrisburg Town Council will hold a regular meeting with special presentations, including a proposed temporary dog park. The consent agenda includes annexation resolutions for two properties and a settlement agreement for utility easements. New business items include awarding construction contracts for the Town…
Committee to consider zoning text amendment for Downtown Design Overlay District
The Business Advisory Committee will discuss a zoning text amendment for the Downtown Design Overlay District (case 26-23-ZTA). They will also appoint a chair and vice-chair and approve minutes from the May 11 meeting. The meeting is largely procedural but includes one substantive land-use proposal.
Council will discuss Economic Development in a closed session
The Troutman Town Council will hold its regular meeting on July 9, 2026. Items on the agenda include approvals of several memoranda, resolutions and a budget amendment related to transportation and wastewater projects, consideration of a town personnel policy, and a request to close Falls Cove Road for a Halloween…
Planning Board to consider text amendment for infill overlay and ordinance updates
The Planning Board will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly recommend a proposed text amendment to the Rutherfordton Development Ordinance. The amendment would create a new Neighborhood Infill Residential Overlay district, allow flag lots, update driveway and parking standards, and make other technical…