Planning Board Meeting

The Burke County Planning Board will meet on March 27th at 5:30 PM to discuss several zoning-related matters impacting the community. The primary focus will be on reviewing a proposal to rezone four acres on Geneva Drive from residential to rural mixed-use, and considering updates to the county's zoning ordinances. Staff will present information on both topics, allowing for public input and discussion.

A key decision expected at the meeting is a vote on the zoning map amendment for 2218 Geneva Drive. The Board will also be considering a staff-initiated update to the zoning ordinance, aimed at streamlining site plan reviews and adjusting minimum lot size requirements. These changes were directed by the Board of Commissioners, so this meeting represents an important step in implementing those directives.

Residents interested in land use planning or the future of Burke County are encouraged to attend the meeting, held at the Commissioners' Meeting Room (110 N. Green St, Morganton), or follow along online if available. Public comment will be accepted on both the zoning map amendment and the proposed ordinance updates, providing an opportunity for citizens to voice their opinions.