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Hope Mills board approves non-contiguous annexation and initial zoning for two parcels
Summary
The Board of Commissioners approved initiating a non-contiguous annexation (Case A2024 D010) and an initial rezoning (Z-01324) that would allow townhomes on a roughly 10-acre parcel and a commercial designation on adjoining land; no public opposition was recorded at the hearings.
The Hope Mills Board of Commissioners approved two land actions on March 3 after public hearings and staff presentations.
Annexation: Planning staff presented a petition submitted by Mr. George Rose for a non-contiguous annexation (Case A2024 D010) of a 73-acre parcel in the All-American Business Park area. Staff requested authorization to initiate initial zoning to CP-CZ (planned commercial with conditions). No members of the public spoke in favor or opposition; the board closed the hearing and approved initiating the initial zoning and annexation process.
Rezoning: The board also considered Z-01324, a request to initially zone approximately 10.06 acres with the northern portion R6A (residential townhomes) and the southern portion CP (commercial). The County Joint Planning Board had recommended approval. Engineer George Rose said the townhome lots are planned for sale (not rental) and that public water and sewer serve the site; developers have plans for stormwater basins to manage runoff. No opposition spoke and the board found the request consistent with the Southwest Cumberland plan before approving the initial zoning.
Why it matters: Both actions add territory and potential residential and commercial development to the town's planning area; approvals initiate the town's zoning process but do not by themselves authorize construction. Staff emphasized that all development must meet town standards for utilities, stormwater and other requirements.
What happens next: Staff will proceed with the statutory processes for annexation and zoning, and developers must submit formal plans for review and permitting before any construction begins.
