Housing in North Carolina local government
What North Carolina city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about housing — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
760 North Carolina meetings since 2024 covered housing. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in North Carolina with the most housing activity
- Cary, NC (46)
- Charlotte, NC (40)
- Winston-Salem, NC (38)
- Davidson, NC (37)
- Orange County, NC (34)
- Chapel Hill, NC (31)
- Fayetteville, NC (26)
- Lenoir County, NC (26)
- Durham, NC (24)
- Holden Beach, NC (23)
- Wake County, NC (22)
- Raleigh, NC (22)
Latest matching meetings
Board purchases three vehicles for $34,500
The Board of Aldermen reviewed several reports, accepted a resolution opposing proposed limits on landing blue crabs, and noted the purchase of three vehicles costing $34,500. They also recorded a majority desire to install speed bumps on Railroad Street and discussed trash issues at Woodgate Apartments. No new…
Neighborhood meetings for two proposed subdivision rezonings
The Randolph County Department of Planning and Development is holding informal neighborhood information meetings. Residents can meet developers and ask questions regarding two proposed subdivision developments.
Board to elect chair and discuss adult daycare reimbursement rates
The Health & Human Services Advisory Board will elect a board chair and welcome new members. The meeting includes reports from various health and social services departments and a discussion on adult daycare daily reimbursement rates.
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.
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…
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…
Planning Board considers conditional zoning for East Center Street Subdivision
The Planning Board and Board of Adjustment will meet to review development requests. The primary focus is a public hearing regarding conditional zoning for the East Center Street Subdivision.
Public Art Commission to select finalists for Choice Neighborhood residency
The Choice Neighborhood (CNI) Residency Committee will meet to discuss applications and make a final selection of candidates. The committee will also discuss subsequent steps in the process.
Board of Adjustment to hear housing appeal and sign setback variance
The Oak Island Board of Adjustment will meet to review an appeal regarding a minimum housing hearing determination. The board will also consider a variance request for sign setbacks under the Unified Development Ordinance.
Board of Adjustment considers porch variance for 601 Hillsborough Road
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a single-family home expansion. The applicant seeks to reduce the required 25’ right-of-way setback to 20’6” to accommodate new front and rear porches.
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.
Board to discuss budget process and approve fiscal year 2026 appropriations
The Albemarle County Board of Supervisors will meet to approve fiscal year 2026 appropriations and discuss modifications to the county funding process. The agenda includes action items on a sales tax referendum and an employer-assisted housing program, along with public hearings on a VDOT easement and rooftop solar…
Housing Committee reviews grant application from Housing Assistance Corporation
The committee will meet to review an application for a Pro-Housing Grant with the Housing Assistance Corporation (HAC). The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment.
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…
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…
Planning Board reviews Brookford Village subdivision and Edgewood Street rezoning
The Planning Board is reviewing a preliminary subdivision plan for Brookford Village, which proposes 73 residential lots on 58.80 acres. Additionally, the board will consider a rezoning request for property at 540 Edgewood Street and a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance.
Board to approve zoning ordinance amendment and budget adjustments
The Pittsboro Board of Commissioners will consider approving a Unified Development Ordinance amendment to clarify regulatory frameworks and street requirements. The meeting also includes routine budget amendments for water/sewer grants, PFAS settlement funds, and affordable housing reimbursements, along with…
Board to approve tax‑scroll adjustments and several budget‑related ordinances
The Mooresville Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes adjustments to the 2025 town tax scroll, adoption of multiple budget amendment ordinances, and approval of vendor contracts and a subrecipient agreement. Additional items add two legal‑policy approvals to the consent agenda. The meeting…
Town Council to vote on demolition ordinance and related budget amendment
The Wallace Town Council will consider several items, including a special use permit for an apartment complex and a conditional rezoning of Old Wilmington Road. New business includes adopting an ordinance to demolish an unsafe dwelling and approving a budget amendment to fund that demolition. A public hearing will…
Board discusses process to fill vacant seat after Commissioner Bedford's death
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the process to fill the vacancy created by Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford's passing, including consulting the Orange County Democratic Party and a timeline to appoint by August 20, 2026. They will also consider adopting financing for the Crisis Diversion Center, potential…
Housing Appeals Board to hear code violation appeals and repair determinations
The Housing Appeals Board will review a property owner's appeal regarding trash and vegetation violations. The board will also determine whether specific properties with housing code violations must be repaired or demolished.
Board to decide on two manufactured home permit renewals on Sides Street
The Clemmons Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two special use permit renewals for manufactured homes on Sides Street. The board will also swear in new members Karen Summers and Michael Self and elect officers. The meeting includes approval of minutes from August 2025.
Board hears LaSalle Building update, considers contracts and grants
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a new LaSalle Building update under the Urban Spark Initiative, along with several consent items including construction contracts, grant applications, and a resolution to transfer ownership of a canine officer. Appointments to advisory boards and a proclamation for Park…
Board approves budget adjustments, IT contracts, and sewer project amendments
The Board of Commissioners will consider approving budget adjustments, IT contracts, and a sewer project amendment. They will also discuss a text amendment for supportive housing and a voluntary annexation request.
Board will decide on property tax settlement and related tax collection orders.
The Halifax County Board of Commissioners will vote on the FY 2025-2026 Property Tax Settlement and the FY 2026-2027 order for the Tax Collector to collect property taxes. They will also consider the 2026-2027 HCCBG County Funding Plan and Grant Agreement, as well as several policy resolutions including Tobacco 21 and…
Zoning Board reviews warehouse special use request for Gateway Centre Boulevard
The Zoning Board of Adjustment held an evidentiary hearing regarding a special use and development plan for Uniquities at 2900 Gateway Centre Boulevard. The proposal includes a 13,800 square foot multi-tenant building featuring office and warehouse space with 39 parking spaces. The project involves adding landscape…
Tree Board to discuss ordinance update and tree planting projects
The Hendersonville Tree Board will meet to discuss a proposed update to the Tree Board ordinance and several tree planting initiatives. Agenda items include projects at Lower Ridgewood/Shephard St. Park, public housing landscapes, and city greenways. Also on the agenda are plans for the Clear Creek Trail landscape…
Technical Review Committee will consider multiple master development plans, including a Walmart project
The committee will review seven master development plans and two conditional rezoning requests. Items include the Timeless Properties Master Plan, a Hampstead Walmart Master Plan, and a Scotts Hill Publix Major Site Development. The meeting also covers a special use permit for Blakes Bridge Campground and rezoning of…
Council to vote on wastewater treatment plant rehabilitation contract
The Town Council will consider a tentative award for the WWTP rehabilitation project and a budget amendment carrying forward projects from FY26. They will also adopt the Crestview Park Master Plan and discuss property acquisition at 144 Branch St for redevelopment.
Board to consider $250K anonymous donation for police K9 and drone program
The Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes accepting a $250,000 anonymous donation for a new police K9 and drone program, approving budget amendments for a sustainable forestry grant and Parham Park kayak launch design, and extending interlocal agreements for fire services and the Davidson Tax Assistance…
Planning Board to consider three conditional rezoning requests for River Highway sites
The Mooresville Planning Board will review three conditional rezoning applications: CZ-2026-12 for 99 single‑family attached units on 19.35 acres at 825 River Highway, CZ-2026-08 for 261 multifamily units and two commercial parcels on 29.84 acres at 833 River Highway, and CZ-2025-18 for 190 single‑family attached…
Planning Board to consider rezoning 85.951 acres for up to 99 homes at 141 Black Angus Lane
The Mooresville Planning Board will review three conditional rezoning requests: a 11.002‑acre boat and RV storage site on River Highway, an 85.951‑acre residential development at 141 Black Angus Lane, and a 15.08‑acre residential site on Rocky River Road. The board will also consider a text amendment to the Unified…
Board will consider a new accounting services contract for the housing authority
The Holden Housing Authority Board will review and vote on a contract for accounting services (Resolution 2026-15). The meeting will also update the language access plan (Resolution 2026-14) and receive reports on finance, administration, and the tenant organization. Regular minutes from May 20, 2026 will be approved.
Planning Board to review draft rules for zoning violations and enforcement
The Planning Board is gathering feedback on a draft of Article 10 of the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), which focuses on violations and enforcement. The board is also reviewing a draft of Article 4 regarding the zoning map and the creation of new residential districts to replace antiquated 'Legacy Districts'.
Board to consider incentive grant for Project Metro economic development
The Board will hold a public hearing on a Level One Incentive Grant for Project Metro, an economic development project, and consider approving an associated agreement. They will also hear two continued zoning map change public hearings, take action on multiple consent agenda items including opioid settlement fund…
Affordable Housing Committee to review pilot program and point-in-time count
The Affordable Housing Committee will meet to approve minutes from a prior meeting and discuss the Cornerstone Pilot Program, the 2026 Point in Time Count, and CoC funding forecasts.
Historic District Commission reviews property applications
The commission will review several Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) requests for properties within historic districts. The meeting includes staff presentations and public comment regarding specific residential or site changes.
Council to appoint new mayor after Lyles' resignation effective June 30
The City Council will vote to appoint a new mayor following Mayor Vi Lyles' resignation. They will also hold public hearings on historic landmark designations for Dilworth Methodist Church South and the Foard House, and on the voluntary annexation of Northway Woods Phase 1 for 73 single-family homes. Additionally…
Royal American Development seeks rezoning for multi-family housing on Lawing Road
The Board will consider a request to rezone approximately 21 acres from manufacturing to highway commercial to allow for high-density residential development. This follows the recent approval of a 164-lot subdivision at Piney Ridge Road.
Commission reviews plans for tourist home and Nightlight nightclub relocation
The Transportation, Mobility & Greenways Advisory Commission will hold a joint review of two concept plans: a tourist home at 100 Blackwood Drive and a bar/nightclub at 405 East Main Street (Nightlight relocation). The commission will also discuss the UDO Code Diagnosis and receive updates on Safe Routes to School…