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Town approves Long Creek retail/gas station plan despite staff concerns about future connectivity
Summary
The board unanimously approved a conditional rezoning for Long Creek Retail — a gas station and additional retail building — while noting staff concerns about topography, future connectivity to the adjacent parcel, and sidewalk tie‑ins. Applicant agreed to deed an easement and work on future connections; planning board had recommended approval.
The Huntersville Town Board approved Oct. 21 the conditional rezoning petition (R25‑11) for Long Creek Retail, a highway‑commercial proposal for a gas station and an additional retail building at the corner of Beattysville Road and Mount Holly‑Huntersville Road. The approval includes conditions staff requested to address outstanding site plan comments.
Why it matters: The site fills a long‑vacant corner in north Huntersville and includes developer commitments for infrastructure improvements the board viewed as beneficial to traffic flow in the area. Town staff repeatedly voiced concern that the steep topography and retaining walls on…
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