Summary
Developers proposed a 40-acre mixed residential project along Patterson Road featuring 180 housing units and commercial space. Residents and environmental groups strongly opposed the project due to severe traffic bottlenecks, well water disruptions from blasting, and impacts on impaired waterways, leading to a unanimous denial by the council.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
Proposed a $700,000 intersection improvement at Sharon-Patterson and Wake Forest Highway alongside $285,000 for the dedicated housing fund.
The developer (M/I Homes) and future residents of the proposed subdivision.
Existing rural and suburban residents dealing with extreme traffic gridlock, agricultural transport hazards, and well water vulnerabilities.
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