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Board adopts UDO amendment clarifying natural‑area calculations for oceanfront and estuary lots
Summary
Planning Director John Nevel said the ordinance aligns local practice with North Carolina law; the Board opened and closed a public hearing (no formal comments) and adopted the amendment 5-0.
The Emerald Isle Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted an amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance on March 10 to clarify how natural area is calculated for oceanfront and estuary lots.
Planning Director John Nevel presented the proposed ordinance change, showing images of the calculation differences and stating the amendment is consistent with current staff practice and applicable North Carolina statutes. The Board opened a public hearing, heard no formal comments (one attendee voiced support and another asked about the mean high‑water mark), and closed the hearing before voting.
Commissioner Roy Brownlow moved to adopt the ordinance amendment; the Board voted 5-0 in favor. The amendment is intended to formalize existing practice and reduce uncertainty in future development reviews for oceanfront and estuary properties.
