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Council approves Kaylor Ridge rezoning over single dissent, conditions set for Nelson Drive
Summary
The Newton City Council approved rezoning ~83.92 acres for the Kaylor Ridge housing development to PD‑H, allowing 265 single‑family homes; approval included a condition requiring Nelson Drive be upgraded to DOT standards. Vote: 5‑1.
Mayor Pro Tem John Stiver and the Newton City Council on Sept. 5 approved a rezoning request to convert about 83.92 acres on the city’s east side from manufacturing designations (M‑1 and EM‑1) to Planned Development‑Housing for a project called Kaylor Ridge.
Assistant Planning Director Alex Fulbright told the council the plan proposes 265 detached single‑family homes and about 20.98 acres of open space, with two external access points to NC Hwy 16 and Mt. Olive Church Road. Staff estimated the development would generate roughly 2,650 vehicle trips per…
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