New Bern Planning & Zoning Meeting August 13, 2026

The City of New Bern Planning & Zoning Board held a meeting on August 13, 2026, primarily to discuss a rezoning request for approximately 98 acres near the intersection of US 70 and NC Highway 43. The applicant, Peter Bosworth of BPNC LLC, requested changing the zoning from Agricultural 5F to Commercial 3 to allow for a range of commercial and residential uses. The board reviewed the zoning context, future land use plans, infrastructure projects including water and sewer improvements, and buffer requirements between commercial and residential zones. The applicant provided additional information about access points, utility availability, and development timelines. After discussion about the reasonableness and consistency of the rezoning with adjacent uses, the board voted to recommend approval of the zoning map amendment to the Board of Aldermen. The meeting also noted upcoming rezonings and potential text amendments for the next session.