Public Meetings - Greenville, North Carolina

The Greenville Board of Adjustment held a virtual meeting on February 24, 2022, at 6:00 PM via Zoom. The board considered five public hearings, approved minutes from January 2022, continued approval of December 2021 minutes, and discussed a pending appeal. All votes were unanimous unless noted. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes – December 16, 2021: Continued to the next meeting after board member Hunt McKinnon objected to a statement attributed to him. The board voted unanimously to continue. - Approval of Minutes – January 27, 2022: Approved unanimously after adding a clarifying paragraph about generator operating hours as requested by McKinnon. Public Comments & Testimony - Francisco Elvira (Applicant): Expressed desire to place a mobile home on his lot at 519 Fenner Drive for his parents to live in. No opposition. - Scott Anderson (Applicant’s representative for Pinnacle Fire Tower Self Storage): Presented a self-storage facility plan, noting compliance with zoning, future right-of-way considerations, and low traffic generation. No opposition. - Dan Blackman and Paul Meyer (Applicants for child daycare): Described an intergenerational community concept with a daycare serving a charter school and senior living. No opposition. - Jason and Noel-Grace Jasinski (Applicants for variance): Argued that the existing garage is too small for modern vehicles and that rebuilding it in the same location with a 263 sq ft expansion is the most practical and least invasive option. They stated the garage would include a conditioned office space, not a rental apartment. - Hat Maxwell (Opponent, neighbor and president of Tar River University Neighborhood Association): Opposed the variance, citing safety concerns about exiting onto Maple Street, potential precedent for weakening setback rules, and the need to maintain single-family zoning. - Michael Barnum (Opponent, neighbor): Concerned about safety backing out of the garage and objected to the efficiency apartment concept. Discussion Items - Special Use Permit – Francisco Elvira: Staff reported the property is in RA20 zoning, complies with the future land use plan, and no conditions were recommended. Board discussion focused on the private street status of Fenner Drive. The permit was approved unanimously. - Special Use Permit – Pinnacle Fire Tower Self Storage: Staff noted the property is zoned CG, with surrounding zoning including CG, RA20, and R6S. The applicant will subdivide the 10-acre lot, provide a 30-foot landscape buffer, and access will be right-in/right-out from Fire Tower Road. Board member Christopher Lilly disclosed a prior conversation with the applicant but stated it did not bias him. The permit was approved unanimously. - Surrender of Special Use Permit – Daniel S. Kadis: The tenant requested surrender, but the property owner’s authorization was not obtained. The board voted unanimously to continue the matter to the next meeting. - Special Use Permit – Dan Blackman & John Small: The daycare is proposed on a 21-acre parcel in the ETJ, zoned RA20 and CN. It will have seven classrooms for infants through pre-K4. Staff recommended conditions including compliance with state licensing. The permit was approved unanimously (6-0, with one member temporarily disconnected). - Variance Request – Jason and Noel-Grace Jasinski: The applicants sought a variance from non-conforming regulations and dimensional standards to expand an existing garage. Staff recommended denial, arguing the hardship is not unique to the property (common in older neighborhoods) and the expansion is self-created. The board voted 5-1 against approval (one abstention), failing to reach the required four-fifths majority. The variance was denied. The applicants were informed of their right to appeal to Superior Court within 30 days. Key Outcomes - Approved: Francisco Elvira’s special use permit for a mobile home (unanimous). - Approved: Pinnacle Fire Tower Self Storage special use permit (unanimous). - Continued: Surrender of special use permit by Daniel S. Kadis (unanimous, to next meeting). - Approved: Dan Blackman & John Small’s special use permit for a child daycare facility (unanimous). - Denied: Jason and Noel-Grace Jasinski’s variance request (5-1 against, one abstention). - Announcement: The board discussed a pending appeal by KLA Holdings, LLC, regarding a notice of violation. The case will be scheduled for an in-person hearing, likely in March or April 2022, as the applicant requested an in-person meeting.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met virtually on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at 6:00 PM. The meeting included three public hearing items on rezoning and land use map amendments, and a presentation on the Green Growth Toolbox. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (December 21, 2021): The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the December 21, 2021 meeting. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 2 – Ashton Alexander Properties Rezoning: Mike Baldwin, representing the applicant, spoke in favor, noting the property’s suitability for high-density residential and supporting infrastructure. - Item 3 – Happy Trail Farms Rezoning: Mike Baldwin spoke in favor, arguing that commercial uses already exist along NC 43 and that larger tracts are needed for quality multifamily development. - Item 4 – Land Use Plan Map Amendment: Scott Anderson, on behalf of Commercial & Office Centers, LLC, spoke in favor, citing demand for multifamily housing near the Highway 11 bypass. No speakers registered in opposition on any item. Discussion Items Item 2: Rezoning Request by Ashton Alexander Properties, LLC (27.689 acres, Allen Road) - Staff presentation: The request seeks to change zoning from RA20 to R6 (high-density multifamily). Staff noted the property is in the Greensprings Run watershed, requires 25-year detention, floodplain permit, erosion control plan, and could generate 1,300 trips/day. It could accommodate about 95 single-family lots or 300 multifamily units. Staff recommended approval, finding consistency with the comprehensive plan. - Commission discussion: No questions from commissioners. - Vote: Motion to recommend approval, seconded, passed unanimously. Item 3: Rezoning Request by Happy Trail Farms, LLC (25.168 acres, NC 43 S) - Staff presentation: Tract 1 (7.64 acres) requested OR to CH (heavy commercial); Tract 2 (17.528 acres) requested R6A to R6. Staff raised concerns about consistency with the Horizons plan (which recommends residential) and possible spot zoning, recommending denial. The request could generate 3,400 trips/day and require a traffic impact analysis. - Commissioner discussion: Questions about adjacent zoning, connectivity, and the county's future land use map. The county’s comprehensive plan shows commercial along NC 43, creating a conflict with the city’s plan. - Vote: Motion to recommend approval with a finding that, while inconsistent with the comprehensive plan, the zoning is appropriate. Passed 6-2. Item 4: Land Use Plan Map Amendment by Commercial & Office Centers, LLC (25 acres, Stantonsburg Road) - Staff presentation: Request to change the Future Land Use and Character Map from O/I and MUHI to HDR. The property is zoned Medical Office (MO) and would not be rezoned. Staff recommended approval, noting it could accommodate about 300 multifamily units and would decrease traffic compared to current uses. - Commissioner Overton recused himself because his firm represented the buyer. - Vote: After recusal, motion to approve passed unanimously. Item 5: Presentation on Green Growth Toolbox - Dr. Robert Shaw, Chair of the Environmental Advisory Commission, presented the NC Wildlife Commission's Green Growth Toolbox, a free resource providing planners with tools to incorporate wildlife and natural resource considerations into land-use decisions. - Commissioners asked about applicability to Wildwood Park and requested a more detailed presentation. - Motion: Direct city staff to contact the NC Wildlife Commission to arrange a presentation to the commission. Passed unanimously. Key Outcomes - Item 2: Approved unanimously for recommendation to City Council. - Item 3: Approved 6-2 for recommendation to City Council, with a consistency finding. - Item 4: Approved unanimously (with Overton recused) for recommendation. - Item 5: Commission directed staff to arrange a Green Growth Toolbox presentation.

The Greenville Board of Adjustment convened virtually on January 27, 2022, at 6:00 PM, chaired by Rodney Bullock. The board conducted three quasi-judicial evidentiary hearings on special use permit requests and addressed routine business. All three applications were approved unanimously with staff-recommended conditions. Approval of Minutes (December 16, 2021) - The board postponed approval of the December 16, 2021 minutes to the next meeting after a request to add a parenthetical explanation regarding a condition on generator testing timing. The motion to continue passed unanimously. Public Hearing: RF Storage LLC – Special Use Permit for Mini-Storage (No Outside Storage) - Applicant: RF Storage LLC, represented by Rocky Russell (co-applicant) and expert witness Steve Janowski (Rivers and Associates, civil engineer). The request was for a mini-storage warehouse (household items, excluding outside storage) on a 20.55-acre parcel at 0 Whitley Drive (tax parcel 13361), zoned CG (General Commercial). The proposed use would occupy about 6 acres with multi-unit storage buildings, including climate-controlled units and a few large enough for boat storage. - Staff Report (Elizabeth Blunt): Noticed property owners within 250 feet, published in newspaper. Recommended conditions: final platting, stormwater management, erosion control, and site plan approval prior to building permit; prohibition of exterior storage. - Board Decision: The board approved the findings of fact and the petition with staff conditions. The motion to approve the permit was unanimous (7-0). No opposition or public comments. Public Hearing: Triple B 6 LLC – Special Use Permit for Warehouse/Mini-Storage with Outside Storage - Applicant: Triple B 6 LLC, represented by attorney Jerry Eatman, expert witness Brian Fagundis (Arts Consulting Group, licensed professional engineer), and owner Robert Hye. The request was for a warehouse/mini-storage facility with outside storage on two parcels totaling 9.64 acres at 1015 SW Greenville Boulevard (tax parcels 04604 and 58456), zoned CG. The outdoor storage component required the special use permit. - Staff Report (Elizabeth Blunt): Noticed properly. Recommended conditions: compliance with building codes. - Board Decision: The board unanimously approved the findings of fact and the petition with staff conditions. No opposition. Public Hearing: Joel Torres – Special Use Permit for Restaurant with Regulated Outdoor Activities - Applicant: Joel Torres, represented by Michelle Clements (expert in site planning/development) and Mariah Schuchuk (expert in project management/landscape architecture) from The East Group. The request was for a restaurant with outdoor dining on a 0.96-acre parcel at 2516 E. 10th Street (tax parcel 16442), zoned CG. The outdoor activity area would be on the front portion of the building. - Staff Report (Elizabeth Blunt): Noticed. Recommended conditions including restrictions on outdoor activity hours (7 a.m. to midnight or restaurant close, whichever earlier), lighting directed away from residential properties, no neon/flashing signs, and compliance with building codes. - Board Decision: The board unanimously approved the findings of fact and the petition with staff conditions. No opposition. Key Outcomes - All three special use permit applications were approved unanimously with staff-recommended conditions. - The board welcomed new member Nathan Brandon and thanked outgoing videographer Calvin Thomas for his service. - The meeting adjourned.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission convened on December 21, 2021, at 6:00 PM via remote electronic platform due to the state of emergency. Chair Kevin Faison led the meeting, which included invocation by Alan Brock, roll call, approval of the November 16, 2021 minutes (unanimous), and ten new business items. All votes were recorded with six commissioners present. Consent Calendar - Approval of minutes from November 16, 2021: Unanimous. Public Comments & Testimony - Items 2 & 3 (Rezonings on Allen Road): Mike Baldwin spoke in favor on behalf of both applicants. A written opposition from Robert O'Neill, a neighbor at 1900 Allen Road, was read into the record. O'Neill argued that industrial and heavy commercial uses should not be placed next to existing and approved residential homes. - Item 4 (Carolina Crofts Prliminary Plat): Tim Newell (Rivers and Associates) spoke in favor, explaining that the revised plat removed townhomes and commercial space due to COVID-related market changes and added single-family lots. Roger Kemp attended but did not speak. - Item 5 (Miscellaneous Text Amendments): No public comments. - Item 6 (Data Center Text Amendment): Yukonda Dunn (Greenville ENC Alliance) spoke in favor, emphasizing the need to modernize ordinances for the technology sector. Patty Vara and Jeff Jackson (Compute North) answered questions, noting a potential $55 million investment, 15 jobs with average wage $56,000 (above county average of $42,800). - Item 7 (Frog Level Road Land Use Map Amendment): Brian Fagundis (Reggie Spain Housing LLC) spoke in favor, arguing low commercial demand and natural connection to Teakwood Green subdivision. - Items 8–10 (Street Closures): No public comments. Discussion Items - Items 2 & 3 – Rezonings along Allen Road: Staff presented requests to rezone 23.5 acres (ABC Family) and 66.878 acres (Aston Alexander Properties) from RA20 to CH along Allen Road and IU to the rear, adjacent to Pitt County Landfill. The properties are in the 25-year watershed; flood permits and no-rise certification required. Staff opined compliance with Horizons Plan. Commissioner Maxwell raised stormwater runoff concerns for the downstream Trena neighborhood. Both items passed 5-1, with Maxwell dissenting. - Item 4 – Carolina Crofts, Phase 1 Preliminary Plat: Staff recommended approval of a revised plat for 179 lots on 108.92 acres. The original plat (approved February 2021) included townhomes, retail village, and restaurant; changes removed those for more single-family lots due to market demand. The agrihood concept (crop fields, orchards, events) is retained. Technical Review Committee recommended approval. Passed unanimously (6-0). - Item 5 – Miscellaneous Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments: Staff detailed five changes: removing minimum acreage/density for homeless/abused shelters (letting state building code govern); adding tattooing as a permitted use in several districts; adding microblading as a permitted use mirroring barber/beauty districts; cleaning up land use classifications and updating outdated zoning labels (O&I to OR); adding physical, occupational, and speech therapy under health services not otherwise listed. Amendments align with Horizons Plan policy 4.3.1 (diversifying economy). Passed unanimously. - Item 6 – Text Amendment for Modular Data Processing Facilities and Data Processing Centers: Staff established separate use categories with standards: modular facilities (land use 5, only industrial districts, 35-ft height, 100-ft setback, underground wiring, buffer F, sound limits 65 dB near residential/office and 75 dB near industrial, decommission plan) and data centers (land use 4, permitted in commercial/office/industrial/mixed-use, similar standards). Supporters highlighted a $55 million investment and 15 high-wage jobs. Passed unanimously. - Item 7 – Future Land Use Map Amendment for Frog Level Road: Staff recommended denial, stating that changing 50 acres from commercial/conservation to residential low-medium density is inconsistent with sustainable development because the site is surrounded on three sides by commercial/industrial uses. Applicant countered that commercial demand is low, sewer is available, and the property ties into Teakwood Green. Commission voted 5-1 to approve, with Maxwell dissenting. - Items 8–10 – Street Closures: - Item 8: Closure of a portion of Southeast Alley (between Evans and Cotanch, north of 5th Street) to enable hotel development; GUC requested easement retention until utility relocation. Recommended to City Council. Unanimous. - Item 9: Closure of an unimproved portion of Truman Street (between Moy Blvd and Memorial, north of Dickinson). Staff and GUC had no comments. Unanimous recommendation. - Item 10: Closure of a portion of Line Avenue (between railroad tracks and Dickinson, west of Moy Blvd) to abandon right-of-way from the Moy Hooker Connector project; GUC will retain easement. Unanimous recommendation. Key Outcomes - Item 2 (ABC Family Rezoning): Approved 5-1 (Maxwell dissenting). - Item 3 (Aston Alexander Rezoning): Approved 5-1 (Maxwell dissenting). - Item 4 (Carolina Crofts Preliminary Plat): Approved unanimously (6-0). - Item 5 (Miscellaneous Text Amendments): Approved unanimously. - Item 6 (Data Center Text Amendment): Approved unanimously. - Item 7 (Frog Level Land Use Map Amendment): Approved 5-1 (Maxwell dissenting). - Items 8, 9, 10 (Street Closures): Each recommended to City Council unanimously (6-0).

The Greenville Board of Adjustment held a remote quasi-judicial meeting on December 16, 2021, starting at 6:00 PM. The board considered five evidentiary matters: a variance request, two special use permits, an amendment to a special use permit, and a surrender of a special use permit. All votes were unanimous unless otherwise noted. Approval of Minutes - The board voted 6-1 to approve the minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting as written, after a motion to strike a sentence attributed to Hunt McKinnon was not adopted. McKinnon voted in opposition. Discussion Items 1. B&M Wang, LLC – Variance from Parking Requirements (655 S Memorial Drive) - This matter was continued from November. The public hearing was closed; only voting remained. The applicant sought a variance because the property (0.95 acres, 29 existing spaces) cannot meet parking requirements for a vacant unit. Staff recommended conditions: total parking shall not exceed 15 spaces over existing 29, no dwelling units, and compliance with all laws. - The board discussed that the hardship was not self-created (property line division in 1995). After a motion on that criterion passed unanimously, the board approved the findings of fact and then the petition with staff’s conditions, both unanimously. 2. Andrew & Christy Garris – Special Use Permit for Major Repair Facility (701 Peed Drive) - Continued from November. The applicants plan to operate an auto repair and paint shop. Staff reported no objection with conditions. The applicant testified; Mike Baldwin appeared as a facilitator, not an expert. No opposition. The board approved findings of fact and the petition with conditions, both unanimously. 3. Ironwood Development, Inc. – Amendment to Special Use Permit for Carolina Crofts (NC Highway 43 North) - This amendment removes the commercial village and 34 townhomes, replacing them with additional single-family lots, bringing total dwelling units from 387 to 356 (a density reduction). Open space drops from 61 to 54.61 acres. The development remains an agricultural master plan community (agrihood). - Tim Newell (land planner, accepted as expert) explained market changes due to COVID. Roger Kemp, a nearby resident, withdrew opposition after concerns were addressed. Staff recommended no objection. - The board approved findings of fact and the petition with conditions, both unanimously. 4. Metro FiberNet, LLC – Decision and Order on Special Use Permit - The board considered a proposed additional condition regarding generator testing: weekly preventative maintenance may only occur on a weekday between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM. This was added to the previously approved permit. Motion to adopt option two (including the condition) passed unanimously (Ryan Purdle abstained, treated as a yes). 5. Alan Hamm – Special Use Permit for Outdoor Dining at Mission BBQ (425-D SE Greenville Boulevard) - The applicant, an architect with 38 years of experience, plans to use an existing covered sidewalk for outdoor seating. Staff recommended conditions (e.g., no amplified sound audible from residential zones, no outdoor activity after midnight, no live music). No opposition. The board approved findings of fact and the petition with conditions, both unanimously. 6. Coastal Plain Shooting Academy – Surrender of Special Use Permit (100 Staton Road) - The applicant voluntarily surrendered the permit for an indoor firearm range due to strong opposition from an adjacent property owner. Staff presented the revocation letter. No speakers. The board unanimously accepted the surrender. Key Outcomes - Variance granted to B&M Wang, LLC (unanimous). - Special use permit granted to Andrew & Christy Garris (unanimous). - Amendment to special use permit granted to Ironwood Development (unanimous). - Additional condition approved for Metro FiberNet (unanimous, with one abstention). - Special use permit granted to Alan Hamm (unanimous). - Surrender accepted for Coastal Plain Shooting Academy (unanimous). - Meeting adjourned at approximately 8:30 PM after a ten-minute break.

The Greenville Board of Adjustment held a virtual meeting on November 18, 2021, at 6:00 PM via Zoom. The board considered election of officers, five public hearings under old business, three new business items, and a proposed decision and order for Metronet Fibernet. The meeting lasted approximately 4.5 hours, with a 10-minute recess. The board consists of seven voting members. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the September 23, 2021 meeting were approved unanimously by roll call vote (7-0). Election of Officers - Chair: Rodney Bullock was elected chair by unanimous vote (7-0). - Vice Chair: Christopher Lilly was elected vice chair over Ryan Purdle by a vote of 6-1 (Lilly abstained from voting for himself). Old Business 1. Willie Moore Jr. – Special Use Permit for Mobile Home (Withdrawn) - The applicant requested to withdraw the application. The board unanimously approved the withdrawal (7-0). 2. Sabreen Mezher – Special Use Permit for Microblading/Microneedling (Approved) - Applicant: Sabreen Mezher, operating Brow Edge at 807 Red Banks Road, Suite 7. The use is a personal service (microblading and microneedling) in an existing salon. Staff recommended conditions (no lottery, services limited to microblading and shading only). No public opposition. The board unanimously approved the findings of fact and the petition with staff conditions (7-0). 3. DeRonde Dalas Nixon-Turnage – Special Use Permit for Microblading (Approved) - Applicant: DeRonde Dalas Nixon-Turnage, operating at 214 E. Arlington Blvd, Suite E. The use is microblading within an existing salon. Staff recommended same conditions. Despite the use not being in full compliance with the Horizons plan (which recommends institutional/civic development), the board approved the findings of fact and petition unanimously (7-0). 4. Faith and Brandon Lam – Special Use Permit for Drop-In Child Care (Approved) - Applicant: Brandon Lam (wife absent), operating at 3107 Evans Street, Unit D. The drop-in care would operate 2-6 PM for after-school and 4-8 PM for tutoring, with a maximum of 25 children. Staff recommended conditions (all activities indoors, maintain applicable licensing). Board member Ann Bellis asked about occupancy load; staff clarified that building code will determine the final cap. The board approved the findings of fact and petition unanimously (7-0). 5. Terry Wethington – Special Use Permit for Mini Storage Warehouse (Approved) - Applicant: Terry Wethington (Ample Storage), proposing a 14.10-acre self-storage facility at 3103 Williams Road. The company has operated for 38 years across four states. The facility will include a manager’s apartment (resident manager on site). Staff recommended conditions (final platting, stormwater, NC DOT access, no exterior storage). Steve Janowski (Rivers & Associates) was accepted as an expert in traffic and stormwater (7-0). He testified that the facility would generate about 560 vehicles per day, less than ITE predictions. The board approved the findings of fact and petition with staff conditions and the added condition of a resident manager on site (7-0). New Business 1. Down East Tires and Quality Work-Flex Car Wash – Special Use Permit for Minor Repair Facility (Approved) - Applicant: Troy Coggins, operating at 1009 Dickinson Avenue. The facility will perform minor repairs (tires, brakes, etc.) and a car wash. Mr. Coggins described installed water containment and backflow prevention. Staff recommended conditions (site plan approval, vehicles stored at rear, repairs inside only). No public opposition. The board approved the findings of fact and petition with staff conditions unanimously (7-0). 2. B&M Wang, LLC – Variance from Parking Requirements (Continued to December 16, 2021) - Applicant: Represented by Bill Fleming, property manager at 655 S. Memorial Drive. The property is a multi-unit commercial building with a vacant 3,100 sq. ft. former laundromat. The site is deficient in parking (29 spaces) due to subdivision and increased unit count. The variance would allow up to 15 additional parking spaces above existing. Board member Sharon Evans expressed concern about limiting the variance to a laundromat only. The board voted unanimously to continue the case to allow legal research on whether conditions can be use-specific. The next meeting is December 16, 2021. 3. Andrew & Christy Garris – Special Use Permit for Major Repair Facility (Continued to December 16, 2021) - Applicants: Andrew and Christy Garris, proposing an auto body and restoration shop at 701 Peed Drive. The existing building was previously used for classic car restoration. The application did not specify a paint booth; Igor Palavoda (Baldwin Design Consultants) clarified that a paint booth is required. The board voted unanimously to continue the case to December 16, 2021, to allow clarification of the application and conditions. 4. Ironwood Development, Inc. – Amendment to Special Use Permit for Carolina Crofts Master Plan (Not Heard) - This item was not reached due to time constraints. The board did not discuss or vote on it. Proposed BOA Order for Metronet Fibernet, LLC (Tabled) - The board considered a proposed decision and order granting a special use permit (from a contested September 9, 2021 hearing). The order memorializes findings, including a weekly generator test (finding of fact 28). Several board members expressed concern that the original vote did not include conditions regarding a sound barrier fence and generator testing times. A motion to table the order to allow legal research on adding conditions passed 4-3 (Rodney Bullock, Ann Bellis, Hunt McKinnon, Sharon Evans in favor; Christopher Lilly, Nathan Cohen, Ryan Purdle opposed). The board directed staff to contact Metronet representatives to determine if they wish to appear at the December meeting. The matter will be revisited pending legal guidance. Key Outcomes - Approved (unanimous): Sabreen Mezher, DeRonde Nixon-Turnage, Faith & Brandon Lam, Terry Wethington, and Down East Tires special use permits. - Continued (unanimous): B&M Wang variance and Andrew & Christy Garris special use permit to December 16, 2021. - Tabled (4-3): Metronet Fibernet proposed order; further legal research and potential rehearing directed. - Not Heard: Ironwood Development amendment request. - Next Regular Meeting: December 16, 2021, at 6:00 PM.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met on November 16, 2021, at 6:00 PM via a remote electronic platform. Chair Kevin Faison presided. The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes, considered a rezoning request (passed 5–1), and unanimously approved a preliminary plat for a new subdivision. One member recused himself from the rezoning vote due to a conflict of interest. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (October 19, 2021): Moved by Brad Goose, seconded by John Collins. Approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Rezoning (Item 2): Brian Fagundis, representing the applicant Spring Forest Road Group, LLC, argued that the request is compatible with surrounding uses despite being inconsistent with the comprehensive plan. He noted the property has been zoned Medical-Office since 1985 and remained undeveloped for 30+ years. Michael Overton (speaking as a property owner's son, not a commissioner) also spoke in favor, stating they had marketed the property for 14 years without success. An email objecting to the rezoning was received but no speakers registered in opposition. - Preliminary Plat (Item 3): Igor Poliwada, representing the applicant, spoke in favor, explaining that the plat creates a public street to meet fire access requirements for multifamily buildings. No opposition speakers registered. Discussion Items - Item 2 – Rezoning Request (Spring Forest Road Group, LLC): The applicant sought to rezone 11.764 acres at the northeast corner of Spring Forest Road and the CSX Railroad from MO (Medical-Office) to MR (Medical-Residential, High Density Multi-family). Staff presented that the property is vacant, located in the Greensmill Run watershed, and recommended denial because the request does not comply with the Horizons Future Land Use Plan, which designates the area as Medical Transition and Office. The applicant argued that the surrounding properties are zoned MR or R6 (high-density residential) and that the property's market conditions justify the change. Commissioner Michael Overton recused himself due to his father being a property owner. After public hearing, Billy Parker moved to recommend approval, with language noting the inconsistency with the comprehensive plan but deeming the zoning appropriate. Seconded by Les Robinson. Vote: 5–1 in favor (Chris West, Les Robinson, Billy Parker, Brad Goose approved; Pat Maxwell and John Collins did not explicitly vote, resulting in a 5–1 tally). - Item 3 – Preliminary Plat (Caroline Place, Caviness Land Development, Inc.): Staff presented a preliminary plat for a 23.79-acre tract along Charles Boulevard, south of Tucker Estates Subdivision. The plat creates one lot and a public street (cul-de-sac) to provide access for multifamily development. The prior 2017 approved plat used a hammerhead street design; the new proposal switches to a cul-de-sac. The property is zoned R-6 (high-density residential) and is in the Meeting House watershed. The subdivision review committee found all technical requirements met. Commissioner Chris West suggested that in the future, both old and new plats should be provided for public comparison. No further discussion. Motion to approve by Chris West, seconded by Brad Goose. Approved unanimously. Key Outcomes - Rezoning (Item 2): Approved 5–1 (motion: recommend approval of the zoning amendment, noting inconsistency with the comprehensive plan but appropriateness of classification). The decision will be forwarded to the City Council. - Preliminary Plat (Item 3): Approved unanimously. The plat for Caroline Place (23.79 acres, one lot) will proceed to final plat review. - Conflict of Interest: Commissioner Michael Overton was recused from voting on Item 2 but allowed to speak during the public hearing. - Meeting adjourned at approximately 7:00 PM.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at 6:00 PM via remote electronic platform. The meeting was called to order by Vice Chair Chris West, who also delivered the invocation. Roll call established a quorum. The commission approved the minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting unanimously and then considered two new business items, both of which were approved without opposition. The meeting adjourned after brief announcements. Approval of Minutes - The minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting were approved unanimously by roll call vote. Preliminary Plat – Abigail Trails Phase 1 and 2 - Request: Abigail Trails, LLC sought approval of a preliminary plat for “Abigail Trails Phase 1 and 2,” located along the eastern right-of-way of Frog Level Road, north of Megan Drive, and at the current terminus of Miranda Way (tax parcels 87348 and a portion of 13789). The proposed subdivision consists of 63 lots on 21.73 acres, zoned R6A (allowing two-family development). - Staff Presentation: Planner Davita Moore presented the location map, aerial view, preliminary plat, floodplain map (no impact), and zoning map. The property is in the Swift Creek watershed and not in a floodway. - Public Comment: Richie Brown of Australia Engineering, representing the applicant, briefly noted that perimeter swales would control runoff to adjacent properties. No other speakers appeared in favor or opposition. - Outcome: The commission voted unanimously to approve the preliminary plat. Text Amendment – Freestanding Sign Surface Area in MUI District - Request: Elliott Sidewalk Communities proposed amending Title 9, Chapter 4, Section 9-4-232 to allow freestanding signs in the Mixed Use Institutional District (MUI) to have a maximum surface area of 200 square feet (up from the current 125 square feet). - Staff Presentation: Planner Shonda (speaker) explained that the MUI district was created in 2020 for large-scale mixed-use projects (office, institutional, research, residential, commercial). The only MUI-zoned property in the city is the Millennial Campus project area south of 10th Street. Staff noted that the increase of 75 square feet is acceptable given the large scale and intensity of such projects, and that the amendment is consistent with Goal 4.3 of the Horizons Plan (modernize and diversify the local economy). - Public Comment: No speakers signed up for or against the amendment. - Outcome: The commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of the text amendment, finding it consistent with the comprehensive plan, and adopted the staff report. Key Outcomes - Preliminary Plat (Abigail Trails): Approved unanimously. No conditions or amendments noted. - Text Amendment (Sign Area): Approved unanimously. The recommendation will advance to the City Council. - Announcements: Commissioner Les Robinson promoted the Greenville Police Department’s annual Trunk-or-Treat event on October 23, 2021, from 2:00–4:00 PM at substations. The new assistant city attorney, Miss Nate Alexander, was introduced to the commission.

This meeting of the Greenville Board of Adjustment was conducted virtually via Zoom on October 14, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The board considered two special use permit applications: one from Metro Fibernet, LLC for a public utility communication facility, and one from Ocean Reef Investments, LLC for an automobile and vehicle rental business. Both hearings involved quasi-judicial evidentiary proceedings with sworn testimony and standing determinations. The meetings were open to the public with remote participation. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (July 22, 2021): The board unanimously approved the minutes of the July 22, 2021 meeting. Roll call vote: 7 yes, 0 no. Public Comments & Testimony - Metro Fibernet Application: Two adjacent property owners, Susan McCrae (owner of 216 East Arlington Boulevard) and Christopher Jenkins (member manager of Long-Term Investments, LLC owning 243 Commerce Street), were granted standing as parties with standing based on potential special damages. McCrae testified that the proposed 79-foot tower and equipment shelter would generate noise at 65 dBA at the property line, only 10 feet from her pain management clinic's treatment rooms. She provided evidence of ambient noise measurements (50-52 dBA) and a demonstration using a generator to show a 5-6 dB increase inside the building, which she argued would negatively affect patients. Jenkins expressed concerns about noise, emissions, and lack of due diligence by staff regarding property impacts. Both requested sound mitigation and enforceable conditions. - Ocean Reef Investments Application: No speakers in opposition were registered or appeared. The applicant, Igor Palavoda (civil engineer, Baldwin Design Consultants), spoke in favor. Discussion Items - Metro Fibernet LLC Special Use Permit: The applicant (Daniel Neppel, Vice President of Construction for Metronet) proposed a 0.4-acre public utility compound at 0 Commerce Street, including a 79-foot television reception antenna and a fiber optic equipment shelter. City staff recommended conditions: noise not to exceed 65 dBA (commercial standard), opaque continuous screening (6-foot fence), and neutral building colors. During discussion, board member Hunt McKinnon raised concerns about noise transmission and proposed a mass or absorption fence to reduce sound, but no formal condition was adopted. A consensus was reached that the emergency generator's weekly one-hour maintenance test could be scheduled at 7:30 AM to avoid business hours, agreeable to McCrae and Jenkins. However, this was not added as a condition in the motion. The board voted 6-1 to approve the findings of fact and the petition with staff conditions. Only Hunt McKinnon dissented. - Ocean Reef Investments LLC Special Use Permit: The applicant proposed converting a former bank (1641 SE Greenville Boulevard) into a rental facility for automobiles, non-commercial trucks, trailers, RVs, motorcycles, and boats (Enterprise brand). City staff confirmed the use is in compliance with the future land use plan (commercial) and recommended conditions: site plan approval prior to occupancy, no vehicle display in right-of-way or buffer yards, and no minor/major repair storage on site. The applicant noted that the existing 48 parking spaces exceed the required 13, and the use would generate less traffic than the prior bank. The board unanimously approved the findings of fact and the petition with staff conditions. Key Outcomes - Metro Fibernet LLC: Approved (6-1) with staff's recommended conditions (noise limit, screening, colors). The attorney was tasked with drafting the written decision for board consideration at the October 28, 2021 meeting. The extra condition regarding generator test timing (7:30 AM) was not included in the motion but was acknowledged as a good-faith agreement. - Ocean Reef Investments LLC: Approved unanimously (7-0) with staff's recommended conditions. The decision will be documented as part of the record. - Announcement: Board members were reminded to review their land use intensity training materials in preparation for an upcoming agenda item at the next meeting.