Planning and Zoning
Powers and Duties
The Planning and Zoning Board is an advisory body to the Town Council and deals with land use, zoning and development issues. In addition to attending monthly Planning and Zoning Board meetings, these board members are also expected to attend public hearings on plans, rezonings, and ordinance amendments held jointly with the Town Council.
Membership
The Planning and Zoning Board consists of 9 members appointed by the Town Council, one of whom the Town Council designates as chairperson. Eight members are appointed from within Cary's corporate limits and 1 member is appointed from the Town's extraterritorial jurisdiction. All appointments to the board are for three-year terms, except where unexpired terms are being filled.
Meetings
The board meets as follows at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 316 N. Academy St., Cary. Meetings can last up to four hours, and requires an occasional work session that can last up to two hours, as well as site visits and plan reviews. Members are also expected to attend numerous community meetings and joint meetings with Town Council during the preparation of land use plans, zoning ordinance amendments, and other special projects.
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Monday, January 26, 2009 |
Monday, February 16, 2009 |
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Monday, March 16, 2009 |
Monday, April 20, 2009 |
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Monday, May 18, 2009 |
Monday, June 15, 2009 |
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Monday, July 20, 2009 |
Monday, August 17, 2009 |
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Monday, September 21, 2009 |
Monday, October 19, 2009 (Meeting Canceled) |
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Monday, November 16, 2009 |
Monday, December 21, 2009 |
All meetings of the Board shall be open to the public and will adhere to the Open Meetings Law and Public Records Law. More information on this commission can be found in its annual report.
Please see the Town of Cary calendar to confirm meeting dates, times, and locations.
Questions concerning the Planning and Zoning Board should be directed to the Town of Cary Planning Department staff by calling (919) 469-4082 or by emailing jeff.ulma@townofcary.org or tara.adams@townofcary.org.
How do I Apply?
Applications are accepted each year from May 1 through June 30 for upcoming vacancies. Applicants applying for this board are required to complete a supplemental application. Current Town of Cary employees are not eligible to volunteer. Questions about the application process should be directed to the Town Clerk's Office by e-mailing karen.gray@townofcary.org or by calling (919) 319-4508,
Meeting Notices
Current Membership Roster
Public Hearing Cases
