The meeting commenced with the consideration of an annexation request for a property at 21104 Roxburg’s Road. The project manager, Amir Hamza, introduced the property, clarifying that Orange County confirmed the annexation would not create an enclave. The property spans 3.45 acres and is currently up for sale, with no specific development plans. The annexation aims to resolve issues that have previously hindered the property’s sale, aligning it with existing zoning and comprehensive plan designations.

Attention then shifted to a special exception request for multiple uses on a property on South Hawthorne Avenue. The project manager detailed that the zoning permits various uses, such as group homes and places of worship, under the mixed-use downtown designation. The special exception would facilitate marketing the property for these diverse purposes, allowing for greater flexibility within the commercial future land use.

One of the more discussions involved the proposed Wild Oak Sea convenience store and gas station. The council debated the design of the site, including the inclusion of decorative bollards instead of traditional wheel stops, and the need for enhanced pedestrian pathways. The applicant addressed concerns over parking design and pedestrian safety, agreeing to make necessary clarifications and adjustments to the site plan to meet city requirements.

The meeting also covered the construction site plan for a multifamily development at the Shops at Eastshore. This project is part of a larger master-planned community and is intended to be age-restricted. The council discussed prior phased construction plans, although it was unclear whether these applied to this specific project, necessitating further clarification from the developer.

In another development, the Crossroads at Kelly Park infrastructure plan was reviewed. The project involves extending stormwater systems, with local authorities ensuring compliance with county requirements. The applicant agreed to provide a comprehensive set of revised plans for final approval.

Lastly, the council considered the Madison Oaks multifamily development plan, part of the Wild Oaks community. A notable discussion point was the setback requirements impacted by a Duke Energy easement. The applicant plans to negotiate a slight modification of the setback standards to accommodate landscaping and maintain compliance with city regulations.