Summary
22.74 acres at NC 55 and Petty Farm Road will become a mixed-use development with up to 625 apartments, office, retail, and a car wash. The developer committed to building the mixed-use core before the car wash can open, plus affordable units, EV charging, and silva cells for street trees.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
No direct town cost; the development brings tax base and required infrastructure like a third northbound lane on NC 55.
Future residents and businesses at Alston, plus the town's goal of concentrating density in destination centers.
Some council members noted the 80% AMI affordability threshold exceeds what many workers can afford.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Council - Regular Meeting — September 24, 2026
22.74 acres at NC 55 and Petty Farm Road will become a mixed-use development with up to 625 apartments, office, retail, and a car wash. The developer committed to building the mixed-use core before the car wash can open, plus affordable units, EV charging, and silva cells for street trees.
Town Council - Regular Meeting — March 12, 2026
The council debated a large 22-acre mixed-use rezoning proposal featuring multi-family housing, office, commercial, and a car wash, ultimately voting to continue the item so the applicant can address design concerns.
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