Public Meetings - Greenville, North Carolina

The Greenville Board of Adjustment met virtually on April 22, 2021 at 6:00 PM. The board heard four special use permit requests: a continued case for a convenience store with gasoline sales, and three new cases for a major repair facility, a tobacco shop, and another convenience store with gas. Decisions were based on competent, substantial evidence presented by staff, applicants, and opponents. All hearings were conducted under quasi-judicial rules, with witnesses sworn and expert witnesses recognized. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (March 25, 2021): Unanimously approved (7-0). Public Comments & Testimony - Paige Heath (property owner adjacent to 0 Frog Level Road): Opposed the Mango Man LLC gas station, citing health risks from fuel emissions, light trespass, noise, crime, and reduced property value. She questioned the safety of underground tanks and noted her home is 280 feet from the proposed station. She had submitted a report from community environmental defense but it was considered hearsay because the author was not present to testify. She expressed frustration that her concerns were not addressed by applicant's experts. Discussion Items - Item 1 (Old Business): Mango Man, LLC – Special Use Permit for Convenience Store with Gasoline Sales at 0 Frog Level Road – Continued from February. Applicant Robert Jeffries (Mango Man LLC) and lessee Fulamon Al-Kanshali (operating 19 stores) were parties. Expert witnesses: Mike Lynch (fuel equipment installation, 15 years experience), Henry Namargoot (PE, 400+ tank projects), Philip Grant (general contractor, 40 years), Linwood Stroud (PE, site design). They described state-of-the-art double-wall fiberglass tanks, continuous leak detection, vapor recovery, and compliance with NC regulations. City staff recommended approval with conditions. Opponent Paige Heath cross-examined witnesses, raising health and safety concerns. Board discussed traffic and the role of future site plan review. - Item 2 (New Business): Chris Davis & Derrick Stalnaker – Special Use Permit for Major Repair Facility at 307 Hooker Road – Applicant described automotive accessories, detailing, and enclosed trailer sales. Property owner David Evans attended. City staff had no recommended conditions; project must meet fire and building codes. No opposition. Board approved unanimously. - Item 3 (New Business): Nagi Nasser – Special Use Permit for Tobacco Shop Class I at 713 Thomas Langston Road, Suite 103 – Applicant had operated a Boost Mobile store in the same location for five years and sought to convert to a tobacco shop (class I, no smoking apparatus). City staff recommended conditions including no smoking apparatus, signage limits, no outdoor activities. Board added condition of no flashing or colored lights. Unanimous approval. - Item 4 (New Business): Creighton Commercial Development – Special Use Permit for Convenience Store with Gasoline Sales at 3750 S Memorial Drive – Applicant's attorney Patrick Biker presented. Expert witnesses: Josh Ranky (traffic engineer, 18 years, provided traffic assessment recommending right-turn lane on S Memorial Drive), Gary Franks (civil engineer, 50+ 7-Eleven sites), Richard Kirkland (real estate appraiser, 26 years, concluded no impact on property values). The site would replace a vacant pizza building. Board members Hunt McKinnon and Sharon Evans raised concerns about the intersection, truck turning movements, and the building's rear facing the major corner. City traffic engineer Rick De Caesar clarified that no accident history warranted left-turn restrictions. Board approved unanimously with conditions, including enhanced landscaping to screen the service side of the building facing S Memorial Drive and Thomas Langston Road. Key Outcomes - Item 1 (Mango Man, LLC): Approved 6-1 (McKinnon dissented) with staff-recommended conditions. Chair directed board attorney to draft written findings for next meeting on May 27, 2021. - Item 2 (Davis & Stalnaker): Approved unanimously (7-0) with no additional conditions. - Item 3 (Nasser): Approved unanimously (7-0) with staff conditions and additional condition prohibiting flashing or colored lights. - Item 4 (Creighton Commercial Development): Approved unanimously (7-0) with staff conditions and an additional condition requiring enhanced landscaping (e.g., a row of Nellie Stevens shrubs or similar) to improve the visual appearance of the building's rear elevation, as specified by board member McKinnon. City staff to work with applicant on details. - Announcement: Board training scheduled for May 6, 2021 at 6:30 PM via Zoom. - Adjournment: Approved unanimously at approximately 9:00 PM.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met virtually on April 20, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting included an invocation, roll call, approval of minutes, and public hearings on two rezoning requests and one text amendment. Items 4, 5, and 6 were continued to the May meeting. The commission recessed to vote on the remaining items on April 27, 2021. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from March 16, 2021, and March 18, 2021, were approved unanimously. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 2 (Collice Moore, Jr. rezoning): Lance Cherry Sr. spoke in favor, stating the rezoning would allow relocation of his existing business and bring additional commerce to the area. No opposition speakers were signed up. - Item 7 (Text Amendment by Michael Birch): Michael Birch spoke in favor, arguing the removal of the 10,000 sq ft non-residential requirement would not hinder mixed-use goals and that vacant ground-floor retail was not serving the public interest. No opposition speakers were signed up. Discussion Items - Item 2 – Rezoning from IU to CH: Staff presented the 1.4854-acre property at Diamond Drive and Sapphire Court. The site could accommodate 3,000 sq ft of automotive sales under CH zoning. Staff recommended approval. The commission took no vote; it will be considered on April 27. - Item 3 – Rezoning from RA20 to R6: Staff presented the 2.385-acre property between Dickinson Avenue and SW Greenville Boulevard. The site could accommodate 5–10 multifamily units. Staff recommended approval. No public comments were made. The commission will vote on April 27. - Item 7 – Text Amendment (CDF-UC Dormitory Development): Staff detailed the history of the CDF-UC district and emphasized that the existing standards support Horizons goals. Staff recommended denial of the request to delete the 10,000 sq ft non-residential requirement. The applicant argued the requirement is not needed and has led to vacant space. The commission will vote on April 27. Key Outcomes - Continuations: Items 4 (Shared Risk Holdings rezoning), 5 (Happy Trail Farms rezoning), and 6 (Baldwin text amendment on warehouse use) were continued to the May meeting by unanimous vote. - Public Comment Period: The public may submit comments on items 2, 3, and 7 for 24 hours after the hearing (until 5:00 p.m. on April 21). - Recess: The meeting recessed unanimously to reconvene on April 27, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. to discuss and vote on items 2, 3, and 7.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met remotely on March 25, 2021, at 3:15 PM to vote on three items that had been continued from a previous meeting on March 16, 2021, after public hearings and a required 24-hour public comment period. All three agenda items were approved unanimously without discussion. Consent Calendar - (No consent calendar was noted in the transcript; however, the meeting proceeded directly to new business items.) Public Comments & Testimony - One public comment was received regarding item 2 (rezoning request) expressing concerns about traffic. The comment was shared with commissioners but not read aloud during the meeting. - For item 3 (preliminary plat), a written comment with specific questions was submitted. Staff addressed several of the questions, noting that the plat meets city development standards and that start dates are not germane to plat approval. Discussion Items - Item 2 (Rezoning Request): Request by Third Away Housing LLC to rezone 12.3 acres located along Southwest Greenville Boulevard adjacent to Summer Green Apartments from RA20 (Residential Agricultural) to R6 (Residential High Density). Staff confirmed that the proposed amendment is consistent with the comprehensive plan. Motion to approve passed unanimously. - Item 3 (Preliminary Plat – Ridgewood Farms Cluster Subdivision): Request by YB YALLC for a preliminary plat of 98 single-family lots totaling 28.99 acres on the north side of Thomas Langston Road. The plat was revised from an earlier version; staff explained it meets city subdivision standards. Motion to approve passed unanimously. - Item 4 (Zoning Ordinance Amendment): Request by the Planning and Development Services Department to amend Title 9, Chapter 4 of the city code for miscellaneous changes to the zoning ordinance. Motion to approve as consistent with the comprehensive plan passed unanimously. Key Outcomes - All three motions were approved unanimously (votes recorded: each item received 7 “approve” votes from the commissioners present: Billy Parker, Pat Maxwell, John Collins, Kevin Faison, Chris West, Alan Thomas, and Michael Overton (chair)). - The meeting adjourned at an unspecified time after a motion by John Collins, seconded by Billy Parker, passed unanimously. Next Steps - No future meetings or follow-up actions were discussed. The chair thanked attendees and reminded them to be safe during an approaching storm.

The Greenville Board of Adjustment met virtually via Zoom on March 25, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The board conducted two evidentiary public hearings for special use permits: one for a mobile home placement and one for a tattoo shop. Both applications were approved unanimously. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes (February 25, 2021): Unanimously adopted. Discussion Items 1. Special Use Permit – Mobile Home at 956 Mizell Street (Applicants: Cliff Padilla and Dorothy Council) - Staff Report (Ms. Blunt): The property is 0.37 acres, zoned RA20 (Residential Agricultural), located in the extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ). Surrounding uses include residential mobile homes. The proposed use complies with the future land use plan. Staff recommended no conditions. The board discussed a concrete pad shown on the plot plan; staff clarified it is not part of this application but will be addressed during building permit review. - Applicant Testimony: Dorothy Council stated they plan to place a mobile home and also use the concrete pad for a structure (e.g., a barn), which they had discussed with the landowner. Cliff Padilla confirmed. The board received no public opposition. - Decision: The board closed the public hearing, then unanimously approved findings of fact and the petition. The board also confirmed that all parties (applicants and staff) consented to the remote hearing and had standing. 2. Special Use Permit – Tattoo Shop at 0 W 9th Street (Applicants: Cristian DeJesus, Harry Garcia, and William Ashbery) - Staff Report (Ms. Blunt): The property is 0.34 acres, zoned CD (Downtown Commercial), located in the West Greenville certified redevelopment area. The applicant proposes a tattoo shop and art gallery in one unit of a four-unit building. The use requires a special use permit for the tattoo shop only. Staff recommended conditions: compliance with NC Department of Public Health regulations (sanitation, needle disposal, etc.), prohibition of tattooing persons under 18 per NCGS 14-400, and no lottery outside the business. Staff had no objection with these conditions. - Applicant Testimony: Cristian DeJesus stated the shop aims to cater to young professionals and the artistic community, distancing from stereotypical tattoo parlor imagery. He expressed commitment to supporting surrounding businesses. - Decision: The board closed the public hearing, then unanimously approved findings of fact (including a noted address clarification) and the petition. The board also confirmed standing and consent for participants. Key Outcomes - Motion 1 (Mobile Home): Unanimous vote (7-0) to approve findings of fact and the petition. The special use permit is granted with no additional conditions. - Motion 2 (Tattoo Shop): Unanimous vote (7-0) to approve findings of fact and the petition, subject to staff’s recommended conditions. - Procedural: All parties affirmed consent to the remote electronic hearing format. The board also noted a future training session for members in early May 2021. - Meeting Adjourned: Unanimous vote (7-0).

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met virtually on March 16, 2021, at 6:00 PM. The meeting included an invocation, roll call, approval of minutes from February 16 and 18, 2021, and public hearings on three agenda items. No votes were taken on the new business items; they were continued to a special meeting on March 18, 2021, for discussion and voting. The meeting recessed until that date. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the February 16, 2021 and February 18, 2021 meetings were approved unanimously. A correction was noted: the January date was changed to February in the recess language for the February meeting. Motion by Chris West, seconded by Alan Thomas. Vote: 8-0 in favor. Public Comments & Testimony - Rezoning Request (Item 2): Richard Angino, representing Third Wave Housing LLC, spoke in favor of rezoning 12.3 acres along SW Greenville Boulevard from RA20 to R6. He stated a market study showed a 3% capture rate (30 units of demand per unit built) and plans for 84 three-story walk-up apartment units. No speakers opposed. - Preliminary Plat (Item 3): Brian Fagundis, representing YBYA LLC, spoke in favor of the Ridgewood Farms Cluster Subdivision revision. He explained that the reduction from 119 to 98 lots and changes to the street network (conversion of a through street to a cul-de-sac) were due to wetland delineations from the Corps of Engineers and Division of Water Resources. Commissioner Maxwell asked about wetlands in the central area; Fagundis confirmed that area met wetland criteria and would remain as common open space. No speakers opposed. - Text Amendment (Item 4): No members of the public registered to speak in favor or opposition. Discussion Items - Rezoning Request – Third Wave Housing LLC (Item 2): Staff presented the request to rezone 12.30 acres from RA20 to R6. The property is vacant and not in the floodplain, but has jurisdictional wetlands and buffers. Under current zoning, the site could yield 48 single-family homes; under R6, about 100–111 multifamily units. Staff noted consistency with the Horizon Plan’s high-density residential designation. Commissioners asked no questions. The public hearing was held and closed. - Preliminary Plat – Ridgewood Farms Cluster Subdivision (Item 3): Staff presented a minor alteration to a previously approved preliminary plat (April 2020, 119 lots). The revision reduces lots to 98 and alters the street network (removing a parallel street and changing a cul-de-sac) due to wetland delineations. The plat is zoned R6S (single-family) with an R6 multifamily area. Subdivision Review Board already approved the plat. Commissioners asked Fagundis about wetlands. The public hearing was held and closed. - Text Amendment – Zoning Ordinance Changes (Item 4): Staff proposed three changes: (1) moving quasi-judicial hearings for Land Use Intensity (LUI) and Master Plan Community special use permits from Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council to the Board of Adjustment, as that board regularly handles such evidentiary hearings; (2) adding Digital Broadcast Studio as a permitted use in all industrial districts (currently permitted in office and commercial districts); (3) clarifying that the 15-foot setback for multifamily applies to duplexes and single-family homes functioning as one unit, while townhomes/apartments require a 25-foot setback. Commissioners asked about the rationale for shifting quasi-judicial hearings; staff explained it consolidates similar proceedings under the board best equipped to handle them. The public hearing was held and closed. Key Outcomes - Minutes Approval: Approved unanimously (8-0). - Continuance to March 18, 2021: All three new business items (rezoning, preliminary plat, text amendment) were continued to a special meeting on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at 6:00 PM. During that meeting, the commission will discuss and vote on the items; no additional public hearings or input will be taken. Written public comments submitted by email within 24 hours after the hearing closed will be presented to the commission. - Motion to Recess: A motion to recess until March 18 was made by Commissioner Maxwell, seconded by Commissioner Faison, and approved unanimously (8-0).

The Greenville Board of Adjustment held a remote quasi-judicial evidentiary hearing on February 25, 2021, beginning at 11:15 AM. The meeting was conducted via a remote electronic platform due to the COVID-19 state of emergency, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 166A-19.24 and Session Law 2020-3. The board considered six agenda items: a special use permit amendment for a dormitory development, two special use permits for mobile homes on separate lots, a special use permit for a convenience store with gasoline sales (continued to a later date), a special use permit for a building supply and lumber sales facility, and a variance from parking regulations for a church. The meeting lasted approximately five hours, concluding after 10:30 PM. All votes were unanimous except where noted. Consent Calendar - Minutes Approval: The board unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting (February 2021) by a roll call vote of 9-0. Public Comments & Testimony - Item 4 – Mango Man LLC (Convenience Store with Gasoline Sales): Six members of the public spoke in opposition to the proposed convenience store with gasoline sales at the corner of Davenport Farm Road and Frog Level Road. Speakers included: - Paige Heath (adjacent property owner, 50 feet from the subject property) – Asserted standing as a party and detailed concerns about property values, health impacts from benzene fumes, light pollution, litter, traffic, and safety, referencing studies from the EPA and WHO. She requested additional time to submit documentary evidence. - Ivy Bagley (resident of Taberna subdivision) – Described frequent accidents at the four-way stop intersection and traffic backups that make it difficult to exit her driveway. - Sylvia Sterling Briley (resident for over 30 years) – Raised concerns about flooding and water contamination from potential gas spills, as well as increased traffic from the new bypass. - Terek Alston (resident of Augusta Trails, within 250 feet) – Expressed concerns about traffic, litter, and safety for children walking to the Dollar General. - Tammy Flynn (resident of Bristolmore) – Described near-miss accidents and cut-through traffic in the Dollar General parking lot, and safety concerns for children. - Amber Bristow (witness, not a party) – Noted traffic backups at the intersection and cut-through traffic through her subdivision. No speakers spoke in favor of the application. The applicant, Robert Jeffries, and Sophia Avila (management) presented testimony supporting the convenience store with gas pumps. - Other Items: No public comments were made for items 1, 2, 3, 5, or 6. Discussion Items Item 1 – Sidewalk Greenville LLC (Special Use Permit Amendment) - Proposal: Amend an existing special use permit to add eight market-rate apartments (11 beds, total 165 units with 437 beds) and reduce non-residential space from 13,269 to 6,116 square feet at 550 Pitt Green Connector. - Staff Recommendation: No objection with five conditions, including parking ratio of 0.7 spaces per bed, no special signing, and compliance with streetscape master plan. - Applicant Testimony: Gus Cook (owner representative) and Jim Blunt (local partner) testified that the retail space had been vacant for three years despite extensive leasing efforts, citing market conditions and competition from ECU's student center. They argued the conversion to live-work units would activate the ground floor. Michelle Clemens (engineer) provided technical testimony on site improvements. - Board Discussion: Board members asked about exterior entrances and security. No opposition. - Outcome: Approved unanimously with conditions. Item 2 – Gino Surreal (Special Use Permit – Mobile Home at 2010 Corbett Ave) - Proposal: Place a mobile home on a 0.39-acre vacant lot in the RA20 zoning district, located in a floodplain. - Staff Recommendation: No objection with one condition: finished floor and service equipment must be elevated two feet above base flood elevation, with anchoring requirements. - Applicant Testimony: Gino Surreal (owner of GFS Properties) testified that he plans to move a rehabilitated 2001 mobile home from another site. He provided a survey certificate showing finished floor elevation of 23.5 feet (base flood elevation 21.5 feet). - Board Questions: Ann Bellis asked about foundation height and safety. Staff confirmed that the foundation would be inspected and a certificate of occupancy required. - Outcome: Approved unanimously with conditions. Item 3 – Gino Surreal (Special Use Permit – Mobile Home at 2008 Corbett Ave) - Proposal: Place a mobile home on the adjacent lot, identical in size and zoning. - Staff Recommendation: Same condition as Item 2. - Applicant Testimony: Mr. Surreal confirmed the same conditions apply. - Board Discussion: No questions. - Outcome: Approved unanimously with conditions. Item 4 – Mango Man LLC (Special Use Permit – Convenience Store with Gasoline Sales) - Proposal: Operate a convenience store with gasoline pumps at 0 Frog Level Road (2.116 acres, CN and O zoning). The convenience store is permitted outright; only gas sales require a special use permit. - Staff Recommendation: No objection with 14 conditions, including a traffic impact analysis (TIA), DOT access agreement, site plan approval, lighting restrictions, and litter control. - Applicant Testimony: Robert Jeffries (applicant) and Sophia Avila (management) spoke in favor. Mr. Jeffries stated the store would serve the growing neighborhood. - Opposition: Six residents testified (see Public Comments). Traffic engineer Rick De Caesar provided historical context: the intersection of Frog Level and Davenport Farm was identified as a high accident location 10 years ago; DOT studied a roundabout but it was not funded. He stated that a TIA would be required and mitigation measures (e.g., medians, right-in/right-out restrictions) would be determined during site plan review. - Board Discussion: Board members debated whether sufficient information was available to decide. Christopher Lilly argued that the use itself (gas pumps) is the only issue, not future mitigation. Hun McKinnon moved to continue the hearing to allow additional evidence, specifically from Paige Heath regarding environmental and property value impacts. The motion passed 6-1 (Sharon Evans dissenting). The board also approved that the item be advertised in the next meeting. - Outcome: Continued to the April 22, 2021 meeting. The board directed that all additional evidence be submitted by March 24, 2021. The applicant is also permitted to submit additional evidence. Item 5 – WGBJR Howell LLC (Special Use Permit – Building Supply and Lumber Sales) - Proposal: Operate a building supply facility with outside storage at 301 Hooker Road (3.22 acres, CDF zoning). - Staff Recommendation: No objection with two conditions: site plan approval and opaque screening around the outdoor storage area. - Applicant Testimony: Brian Fagundis (engineer) and Jason Two (general manager) testified that the use is compatible with surrounding commercial uses and that they plan to install a 6-7 foot commercial-grade chain-link fence with privacy slats. - Board Questions: Ann Bellis asked about the screening material. - Outcome: Approved unanimously with conditions. Item 6 – Power of His Presence Church Inc. (Variance from Parking Regulations) - Proposal: Variance from the requirement to provide 40 off-street parking spaces (one per five seats for 200 seats) at 114 East 11th Street. The church currently has 18 spaces on-site and a remote grass lot (parcel 16499) across the street. The church is landlocked and cannot acquire additional property. - Staff Recommendation: No objection with four conditions, including site plan approval for off-street parking and compliance with design standards. - Applicant Testimony: Bishop TC Daniels and Dwayne Alleygood (engineer) testified that the church inherited the parking deficiency and recently lost use of a nearby commercial lot. They requested a 365-day grace period to bring the remote grass lot up to code. - Board Discussion: Board members clarified that the grace period applies only to the remote lot, not the on-site parking. - Outcome: Approved unanimously with conditions, including a 365-day grace period for the remote lot to be brought up to code. Key Outcomes - Consent Calendar: Minutes approved unanimously. - Item 1 (Sidewalk Greenville): Special use permit amendment approved unanimously with staff conditions. - Item 2 (2010 Corbett Ave): Special use permit for mobile home approved unanimously with floodplain conditions. - Item 3 (2008 Corbett Ave): Special use permit for mobile home approved unanimously with floodplain conditions. - Item 4 (Mango Man LLC): Hearing continued to April 22, 2021, by a 6-1 vote. The board also voted to advertise the continued hearing. All additional evidence must be submitted by March 24, 2021. - Item 5 (WGBJR Howell): Special use permit approved unanimously with staff conditions. - Item 6 (Power of His Presence Church): Variance approved unanimously with staff conditions and a 365-day grace period for the remote parking lot. - Adjournment: The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote after the last item.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission reconvened on February 18, 2021, at 11:00 AM to continue the February 16, 2021 meeting. The sole agenda item was a request by Ironwood Development Inc. for a preliminary plat for Carolina Cross, located on NC Highway 43 North adjacent to Rock Springs subdivision. Public Comments & Testimony - Prior to the meeting, the commission received 21 emails in support of the preliminary plat and one email in opposition. These were made part of the record. Discussion Items - Carolina Cross Preliminary Plat: The proposed development consists of 346 single-family lots, 34 townhouse units, seven farm cabins, a sales and information center, 4.60 acres of non-residential space, and 68.80 acres of open space, totaling 196.29 acres using master plan community standards. Key Outcomes - Commissioner Alan Brock made a motion to approve the preliminary plat, seconded by Chris West. The motion passed unanimously with all eligible members voting in favor. The meeting then adjourned.

The Greenville Planning and Zoning Commission met on February 16, 2021, to consider the preliminary plat for "Carolina Crofts," the first agricultural master plan community (agrihood) proposed under the city's amended ordinance. The meeting included staff presentations, public comments, and commissioner discussion. A final vote was scheduled for the commission's follow-up meeting on Thursday, February 18, 2021. Consent Calendar - Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the January 19 and January 21, 2021 meetings were approved unanimously by roll call vote. Public Comments & Testimony - Speakers in Favor: - Tim Newell (landscape architect, Rivers and Associates): Presented the agrihood concept, detailing the plan's components: 346 single-family lots, 34 townhouse units, 7 farm cabins, 4.6 acres of non-residential space, and 68.8 acres of open space on 196.29 acres. Emphasized compliance with the land use plan and zoning ordinance. Stated that a traffic impact analysis (TIA) had been submitted and was under review by the city and NCDOT. - Steve Janowski (senior engineer, Rivers and Associates): Noted that the TIA and stormwater management conditions from the special use permit are being addressed. Mentioned a roundabout and a right-in/left-out design for traffic management. - Speaker in Opposition: - Roger Kemp (resident of Rock Springs Subdivision): Expressed concerns about incomplete traffic analysis, lack of need for commercial retail in the area, and insufficient notification to nearby residents beyond the required 23 adjacent property owners. Requested a delay until full community notification and traffic impact details are known. Discussion Items - Staff Presentation: Shante (staff) presented the preliminary plat, explaining the master plan community standards and the agricultural master plan community text amendment approved in September 2020. Highlighted the 20-foot peripheral boundary, open space, wetland delineation, and compliance with PUD zoning. - Commissioner Questions: Commissioners asked about lot sizes (ranging from 0.17 acres with 60-foot front widths to 0.75 acres with 85-foot front widths) and architectural review board establishment. Mr. Collins questioned the applicant about community outreach and traffic analysis. Mr. Newell responded that a community meeting was held, and the TIA has been submitted. Mr. Kemp rebutted, stating that board members he spoke with had no knowledge of a meeting. Key Outcomes - No final decision was made on the preliminary plat. The commission recessed until Thursday, February 18, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. to deliberate and vote. The motion to recess was approved unanimously. - Public comments can be submitted via email within 24 hours of the meeting for consideration at the Thursday session. Note: A discrepancy exists between the applicant's claim of a community meeting and the opposition speaker's assertion that no such meeting occurred.

The City of Greenville Board of Adjustment held a remote quasi-judicial hearing on January 28, 2021, at 11:15 AM. The board conducted an evidentiary hearing on a special use permit request for an automobile sales facility and approved the prior month's minutes. The meeting was conducted electronically due to the state of emergency, with all participants consenting. Consent Calendar - Approval of Prior Month's Minutes: The board voted unanimously (8-0) to approve the minutes from the previous meeting. (Motion by Rodney Bullock, second by Hunt McKinnon.) Discussion Items - Special Use Permit – West Park Motor Company and Alleygood Real Estate LLC: The applicant, Kyle Alligood, requested a special use permit to operate an automobile, truck, RV, motorcycle, and boat sales and service at 1221 Port Town Road (tax parcel 69656). The property is 1.22 acres with a 3,874 sq ft former bank building, zoned CG (General Commercial). Staff from the Planning Department (Elizabeth Blunt) presented the report, noting compliance with the Horizons plan and recommending two conditions: (1) meeting all state fire and building codes prior to occupancy, and (2) a currently under review site plan. The applicant clarified that only retail sales would be conducted, with no service or building modifications. No public comments were received. The board had no objections and found the criteria satisfied. Key Outcomes - Unanimous Approval of Special Use Permit: The board voted 8-0 to approve the petition for West Park Motor Company and Alleygood Real Estate LLC. The motion to approve the findings of fact passed unanimously, followed by a final motion to approve the petition (motion by Rodney Bullock, second by Christopher Lilly). The applicant must still finalize the site plan with the city.