Zoning Debate Emerges Over Haywood Road Residential and Industrial Areas

The Planning and Zoning Board meeting held on August 19, 2025, in Indian Trail, North Carolina, focused on the zoning and development characteristics of the Haywood Road area. Key discussions revolved around the current residential and industrial zoning classifications and their implications for local development.

The meeting highlighted that the Haywood Road area contains four active residential homes, with construction dates ranging from 1950 to 2005. The surrounding environment is primarily characterized as low-density rural residential, with two notable subdivisions: Oakstone, which is medium density, and Laurel Creek, which is high density. These subdivisions are located towards the eastern part of Haywood Road.

A significant point of discussion was the zoning classifications in the area. The subject properties are a mix of Regional Business District (RBD) and Single Family Low Density (SF-1) zones. The board members questioned how the RBD designation came to be in this predominantly residential area. The discussion also noted that the Chamber Drive Industrial Park, located nearby, does not impact the residential areas due to a lack of connectivity between the industrial and residential zones.

The meeting concluded with a call for further examination of the zoning designations and their appropriateness in relation to the existing residential character of Haywood Road. The board plans to continue reviewing these issues to ensure that future developments align with community needs and maintain the area's residential integrity.