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Kings Mountain council approves UDO change to let small subdivisions use Performance Flex standards
Summary
Council unanimously approved Ordinance 26‑13, a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance letting minor subdivisions (five or fewer lots) use Performance Flex Standards previously available only to major subdivisions and some suburban residential zones; staff said the change aims to raise housing quality and aesthetics.
Planning Director Henry Earle told the council the proposed text amendment to UDO Section 156.50.08 would allow minor subdivisions (five lots or fewer) to use Performance Flex Standards — a point‑based mechanism that can relax lot-size and setback rules in exchange for added amenities or higher‑quality building treatments.
Earle said staff adjusted point values to encourage developers to add porches, specific wall materials, neighborhood parks and other amenities that improve neighborhood appearance and long‑term taxable value. He noted that the Planning & Zoning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval and that development‑services staff supports the amendment. There was no public input during the hearing.
Council voted unanimously to approve Ordinance 26‑13, finding the change consistent with the comprehensive plan and the spirit of the UDO. Council retained authority to reject individual proposals at the site‑plan or subdivision stage.
The amendment changes eligibility and point‑values for Performance Flex so smaller projects can opt in; staff said the goal is to incentivize higher‑quality home construction and neighborhood amenities. Council did not adopt implementing guidelines at the meeting; staff will apply the revised standards when reviewing future minor subdivision proposals.
