Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Development Timing topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Council grants 12‑month extension for Harvest Run vested rights; developer cites market timing
Summary
The council approved a one‑year extension of vested rights for Harvest Run, a residential project (96 detached lots and 69 townhome lots) that received conditional preliminary plat approval in December 2021. The developer said the delay reflects market timing and builder coordination.
The Town of Smithfield council approved a 12‑month extension of vested rights for the Harvest Run subdivision, moving the expiration from June 12, 2025, to June 12, 2026.
Background: Harvest Run — the residential development adjacent to Marion Woods along NC‑210 that includes 96 detached single‑family lots and 69 townhome lots — received conditional preliminary plat approval on Dec. 7, 2021. Construction plan approval occurred on June 12, 2023, which established the staff interpretation of the two‑year vesting period that was approaching expiration this month.
Developer statement: Representative Bridal Massengill told the council the project retains permits and construction approvals but the developer is coordinating with its builder and monitoring market conditions, particularly the townhouse market and interest‑rate environment. Massengill asked for additional time to align building timing with market demand.
Council action and rationale: Staff reminded the council it may extend vested rights by up to five years. Given the developer’s representations that permits and infrastructure approvals remain valid and that no material changes in the site conditions require re‑approval, the council voted to grant a 12‑month extension.
Next steps: The developer retains the approved construction plans and must begin work before the new expiration or request further council action. The council noted staff may evaluate surrounding development changes before granting longer extensions in other cases.
