Planning commission continues review of Reebaugh Road preliminary plat after extensive public comment; applicants asked for revised materials

The Beaufort Planning Commission voted to continue consideration of a preliminary plat for a proposed 72-unit townhouse development at 1026 Reebaugh (Rebow) Road, directing the applicant to supply additional technical and design materials before the item returns. The motion to continue passed unanimously after two-plus hours of staff presentation, applicant remarks and extensive public comment by neighboring residents and environmental advocates.

Kurt, the planning staff member who presented the item, described the parcel as previously a mobile home park and summarized earlier approvals and sketch plans. He said the current submission proposes 72 units—mostly attached townhouses with alleys and private drives—and retains a central tree-covered open space. Staff recommended approval with suggested conditions including additional perimeter landscaping and consideration of two-story end units adjacent to existing single-family homes.

Applicant representatives said the property owner has reduced density compared with earlier proposals and reiterated that…