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Raeford council tables vote on Stout Land Development rezoning after resident objections

City Council of the City of Raeford · March 1, 2026
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Summary

A proposed rezoning for an 11.01‑acre Gable Drive subdivision to create 35 lots was tabled Aug. 1 after residents raised concerns about lot shape, neighborhood appearance, pond safety and traffic; the developer said homes would be entry‑level in the $285,000–$300,000 range and the project may include HOA maintenance.

The Raeford City Council on Aug. 1 tabled action on a rezoning application from Stout Land Development that would change an 11.01‑acre parcel on Gable Drive from HC (Highway Commercial) to CD‑R‑8 (Conditional District R‑8) for a proposed 35‑lot residential subdivision.

Code Administrator Felecia Locklear explained the applicant requested CD‑R‑8 status with conditions including a minimum lot size of about 9,500 square feet and the majority of lots at 10,000 square feet; the developer said calculated density would be lower than neighboring Raeford…

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