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 Monday, August 18, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. and possibly take action on:
- PB 25-14 Green Acres Land Development: Request to amend a special use permit for extractive industry (mining) to increase the excavation area on the site from 40% to 50. The property is approximately 58.39 acres, located at 7177 Caratoke Highway in Jarvisburg, north of Meadow Lake Circle, Tax Map 109, Parcels 61 and 61A, Poplar Branch Township.
- PB 25-17 Foster Forbes: Request to amend a special use permit for extractive industry (mining) to increase the excavation area on the site from 19.9% to 42.7%. The property is owned by Foster Allan Forbes, which is approximately 41 acres and is located at 8180 Caratoke Highway in Powells Point, across from Pinewood Acres Subdivision, Tax Map 123, Parcel 79, Poplar Branch Township.
For past 2025 Public Hearing Notices…
