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, July 15, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. and possibly take action on:
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- PB 13-07 University Park (Elan): Request for an amendment to the University Park (Elan) Planned Development-Mixed (PD-M) master plan and terms and conditions to allow 39 town homes, add a storage building, and connect Amherst Drive to West Mobile Road. The parcel is located in Harbinger, Tax Map 131, Parcel 97A, Poplar Branch Township.
- PB 24-16 Walton & Ginger Morris: Request for an amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance, Chapter 4. Use Standards and Chapter 10. Definitions and Measurement, to increase the number of special events from 4 to 10 and amend the definition of special event.
- PB 24-17 The Sandlot Mine: Request for a special use permit for a 6.12-acre sand mine operation (Extractive Industry) on property located at 7831 Caratoke Highway in Powells Point, Tax Map 111, Parcel 3, Poplar Branch Township.
- For past 2024 Public Hearing Notices…