To manage the impact of rapid growth on our community, we are petitioning to support Commissioner Hersey’s request for a six-month moratorium on new commercial and large residential developments (more than four units). Exemptions would apply to projects with final plat approval.

This temporary halt is essential to give the county time to properly plan for and implement the infrastructure required to support our population, such as roads, schools, and utilities while providing time to evaluate the current county comprehensive plan. It will also help alleviate the current workload on the Planning and Zoning department, which, as Commissioner Jeff Wooten noted on August 1st BOC Meeting (Agenda #16), is "so backed up" on inspections.