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Council weighs traffic, density concerns for proposed Johnston‑Naylor redevelopment in North Mallard Creek
Summary
A rezoning request for a 13.29‑acre site on Johnston‑Naylor Road drew lengthy public comment and council questions about traffic, parking and neighborhood character. City staff recommended approval with outstanding transportation issues to resolve; proponents reduced unit counts and added setbacks and crossings.
Charlotte — City council members and planning staff on March 17 reviewed a rezoning petition for about 13.29 acres on Johnston‑Naylor Road in the North Mallard Creek area that would allow up to 45 attached dwelling units and related streetscape and pedestrian improvements.
Planning staff described the proposal as a N2A conditional request that would add townhome‑style and low‑rise multifamily units, commit to a 30‑foot setback from Johnston‑Naylor, a 25‑foot buffer adjacent to a school and park, and a pedestrian crossing with a rapid‑flashing beacon to improve access to nearby schools and open space. Staff recommended approval while noting outstanding transportation issues to work through.
The petition drew a sizable public turnout and a long public comment from neighborhood resident Michael Faust, who said…
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