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Unionville council directs planning board to study livestock setbacks after residents raise concerns
Summary
After multiple public commenters said the town's Section 175 livestock setbacks are inconsistent with local practice, the Unionville Town Council unanimously directed the Planning Board to review the ordinance and its enforcement at its April 21 meeting.
Several residents told the Unionville Town Council on April 21 that the town's livestock setback rules do not reflect the community's way of life and may be unevenly enforced. Joshua Rushing urged the council to amend Section 175, saying the ordinance "does not represent Unionville" and noting that many residents, he said, are technically in violation.
Councilman Jeff Broadaway responded by asking the Planning Board to study the livestock ordinance, with a particular focus on backyard poultry and consistent enforcement. The council voted unanimously to direct the Planning Board to review the ordinance and report back.
Annette Harris, who was appointed the Planning Board alternate during the same meeting, said she is a lifelong Unionville resident and a Piedmont High School teacher with an interest in agriculture and community building. Whitney Wall and Harris had both introduced themselves as candidates for the Planning Board during public comment.
The council did not amend the ordinance at the meeting; instead it authorized a study by the Planning Board, leaving any changes to come later and subject to the board's recommendations and subsequent council action.
