Density Redefined – In March of 2021, the Unified Development Ordinance was replaced by the Land Development Code. The LDC encouraged higher-density residential development by: At the same time as adopting the LDC, multiple properties were rezoned – most notably, the Howie property.
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Illegal To Vote No?
Is it illegal to vote no? Of course not! When discussing growth in our town, it’s important to understand the distinction between “by right” projects, and projects that require a “conditional” rezone. By Right If a proposed project/development is “by right”, it means that the existing zoning is adequate, and there is no rezoning decision […]
Two by Two 101
Here’s your Two by Two 101. What’s a “two by two”? It’s the name given to the practice of splitting the Waxhaw Board of Commissioners into groups of two so the town staff can meet with them away from the public eye. According to NC Open Meetings Law, the public must be invited when a […]
Update from Commissioner Susanna Wedra
Here’s another video update from Commissioner Susanna Wedra, specifically regarding some more new developments that are proposed.
Meet Mayor Murray
Meet Mayor Murray – This Tuesday, come out to meet and chat with our new Mayor, Robert Murray III.
Graham Property Annex/Rezone
On April 23, 2024, in a 3 to 2 vote, the Waxhaw Board of Commissioners (BOC) approved the annexation of 168.58 acres from Union County R-20 to Waxhaw R-3 and Employment Center, despite strong opposition from the neighbors and surrounding community. That was the Graham Property Annex/Rezone. NCGS 160D-605(b) addresses the statement of reasonableness, in […]