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Oct 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Surf City Planning Board Planning Meeting
The board discussed two zoning text amendments. The first amendment aligns local ordinances with state law regarding stormwater compliance for property lot coverage. The second amendment addresses the Homebased Business Fairness Act, updating local standards to regulate no-impact home-based businesses while prohibiting certain municipal restrictions. The meeting also included updates on a bicycle and pedestrian plan, infrastructure projects including a multi-use path, a stormwater project on Charlotte Avenue, and the town's application for resiliency program grants.
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The council conducted award presentations for the Beautification Enhancement Committee and issued a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week. Public hearings were held regarding a zoning text amendment for building design standards to comply with state legislation and an amendment to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan to establish an economic resiliency corridor. The council also finalized the denial of a special use permit for 412 Roland Avenue, approved budget ordinance amendments for a digester project, authorized a grant application for trail completion, and adopted an internal control policy to ensure compliance with federal funding requirements.
Sep 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Town Of Surf City Work Session
The Town Council reviewed several key projects, including an update on the facilities expansion project and the Bike and Pedestrian Plan, and reviewed the August financial report. The Council deliberated on the purchase of a new fire department ladder truck, passed a resolution to surplus various municipal equipment, and approved a resolution to request the acceleration of traffic congestion mitigation projects. Additionally, the session covered the Economic Resiliency Corridor framework development, committee appointments, and a presentation on the automated license plate reader program. Public concerns regarding farmers market regulations and fishing access at canal locations were also heard, and the council concluded with a closed session regarding economic development and land acquisition.
Sep 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Surf City Nc Planning Board Planning Board Meeting
The board meeting included the swearing-in of a new member and the approval of a zoning text amendment concerning building design and glazing standards to ensure compliance with state law. The board also conducted a detailed review of existing tree preservation standards, examining the Coastal Forest Overlay District, enforcement protocols, and potential future initiatives, including data-driven canopy management and the establishment of a fee-in-lieu program.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
