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City Council approves McRee Development plan modification for Shady Lane, adding seven lots and second access

Newton City Council · March 1, 2026
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Summary

Newton City Council unanimously approved a modification to Phase 3 of the McRee Development (Shady Lane) to increase single-family lots from 53 to 60 on 20.81 acres, add a second access point, and relocate a sewer segment; the Planning Commission had recommended approval.

Newton City Council unanimously approved a modification to Phase 3 of the McRee Development at 516 E. 11th Street, increasing the number of single-family lots from 53 to 60 and adding a second access point to improve internal circulation.

Planner Alex Fulbright told the council the site, owned by Shady Lane Properties, LLC, covers 20.81 acres (Catawba County Parcel ID 3740-05-27-2607) and is zoned PD-H. The amended plan adds a second…

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