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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pitt County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Michael Hammond Wholesale Farm Equipment Rezoning
Michael Hammond is requesting to rezone 15.18 acres of agricultural land on Moye-Turnage Road to general commercial conditional district for a wholesale farm equipment and hardware supply business. Neighbors expressed concerns about increased traffic, safety, and water drainage, while the applicant emphasized a quiet, family-run operation with indoor storage.
Jason Hardee Rezoning Request
Jason Hardy requested to rezone 1.55 acres on Black Jack-Simpson Road from rural agricultural to general commercial to bring an existing barbershop into regulatory compliance. Staff supported the request, noting community support and appropriate proximity to the Blackjack commercial area.
Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Development
Pitt County is initiating the creation of its first Unified Development Ordinance to streamline zoning, subdivision, and environmental rules into a single user-friendly document.
John Durwood Lawrence, Jr. Commercial Rezoning
A landowner is asking to rezone 2.63 acres at County Home Road and Worthington Road from residential to general commercial. Planning staff supported the change because commercial uses already exist nearby and fit the county's long-term land use plan.
Stacey Eastwood Rezoning Request
Stacy Eastwood requested to amend an existing general commercial zoning district on US 264 East to allow RV and boat storage alongside current golf cart and trailer sales. Planning staff recommended approval, finding the use consistent with the comprehensive plan and properly buffered from neighbors.
Gary Cooper Automotive Sales and Repair Conditional Rezoning
An applicant wants to add vehicle sales to an existing auto repair rezoning request on US 264 East. Although upcoming state highway intersection changes could eventually alter direct highway access, the board moved the project forward with standard conditions.
Bobby Tripp Rezoning Request
A zoning map amendment requested by Bobby Tripp was scheduled for consideration.
Pura Vida Fund, LLC Rezoning Request
Pura Vida Fund is asking to rezone 12.56 acres on NC 43 South from rural residential to general commercial conditional district for landscaping, retail, storage, and contractor flex spaces. The planning board voted to recommend approval, and it heads to county commissioners next.
Christopher E. Sutton Rezoning Request
Christopher Sutton requested to rezone 45.62 acres at County Home Road and Ivy Road from agricultural to rural residential to match neighboring properties. The planning board recommended approval, and the county commissioners will make the final decision.
Sutton Property Rezoning in Swift Creek Township
A 45.62-acre parcel at County Home Road and Ivy Road is proposed to change from Rural Agricultural to Rural Residential, aligning with local land use plans.
Town of Farmville Building Code and Flood Damage Interlocal Agreements
Pitt County agreed to take over building inspections and flood damage ordinance administration within the Town of Farmville, funded entirely by permit fees.