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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.
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.
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.
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.