The Planning and Zoning Division of the Planning & Inspections Department functions within a general policy framework developed by the Board of Commissioners. The division assists in establishing County development objectives, prepares plans which incorporate those objectives, and coordinates development activities affecting County growth. The Planning and Zoning Division is responsible for administering and enforcing the Unified Development Ordinance and updating the Land Use Plan.
Responsibilities of the Planning & Zoning Division
- Administers land use, environmental, and development regulations;
- Provides technical assistance to governmental agencies, advisory groups, and private citizens;
- Processes applications for developments and coordinates the review process, which includes the Technical Review Committee (TRC) plan review;
- Coordinates appeals and interpretations to the Board of Adjustment and serves as the primary liaison to the Planning Board;
- Increases public awareness of planning.
Public Hearing Notices
Currituck County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing at the Historic Currituck County Courthouse on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. and possibly take action on:
- PB 25-15 Currituck County: Request to amend the Unified Development Ordinance, Chapter 2. Administration and Chapter 10. Definitions and Measurement, to remove the special use permit requirement for type I preliminary plats (subdivisions creating 20 or fewer lots) when one or more public facilities are at 85% or more of maximum capacity, and clarify definitions related to preliminary plats.
- PB 25-16 Currituck County: Request to amend the Unified Development Ordinance, Chapter 8. Nonconformities and Chapter 10. Definitions and Measurement, to change the Existing Lot (Lot of Record) definition.
For past 2025 Public Hearing Notices…
