Item:
Title
Public Hearing - Zoning Map Change - Ruppert Landscape (20min)
Body
Date of BOCC Meeting: June 22, 2026
Request for Board Action:
Agenda Text
The Board is requested to conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed Unified Development Ordinance text amendment and to consider the following motions:
Motion 1: To adopt an ordinance amending the Unified Development Ordinance by taking property out of Residential Suburban-20, and establishing the same as Industrial Light with a textual development plan; and
Motion 2: To adopt a Consistency Statement as required by N.C.G.S. Sec. 160D-605.
Summary
To change the designation to Industrial Light with a textual development plan (IL(D)) to allow for a continued parking use of this parcel as part of an existing landscaping business.
Attachments:
Attachment A: Zoning Context Map
Attachment B: Aerial Map
Attachment C: Place Type Map
Attachment D: Zoning Map Change Report
Attachment E: Comprehensive Plan Consistency Review
Attachment F: Zoning Ordinance
Attachment G: Consistency Statement
Attachment H: Planning Commission Written Comments
Alignment with Strategic Plan: This item aligns with Durham County Strategic Goal: Sustainable Infrastructure & Environment. Maintaining, protecting, and improving natural and built systems to support a sustainable Community
Resource Persons: Javar Jones, Planner and Sara Young, AICP, Planning & Development Director.
County Manager’s Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board review and provide comments on the proposed Zoning Map Change.
Signature
County Manager: ____________________________