New Bern Board of Adjustment August 27, 2026

The City of New Bern Board of Adjustment held a continuation meeting on August 27, 2026, primarily to review and decide on a special use permit application related to a proposed institutional school use. The meeting included testimony from the applicant's appraiser, Mike Moody, who presented a report concluding that the proposed use would not negatively affect adjoining property values. The board reviewed several criteria for the permit, including compliance with city ordinances, public health and safety considerations, and harmony with the area's development plan. After discussion, the board unanimously approved the special use permit 003637-2026. No new business or additional procurement-related matters were discussed during the meeting.