H1226

Winston-Salem/Forsyth Co. Planning & Zoning

Introduced·5/5/26

Authorizes the City of Winston-Salem to delegate rezoning authority to the joint City-County Planning Board, subject to appeal and final review by.

This bill allows the City of Winston-Salem to delegate rezoning authority to the joint City-County Planning Board, with the City Council retaining the right to appeal and conduct final review. The City Council can establish rules and guidelines for this delegation. The bill also empowers the City Council to regulate land and building use within the city, including the creation of special use districts. Additionally, it authorizes the City to provide density bonuses or other incentives to developers who agree to construct housing for low or moderate-income individuals.

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History

May 6

House

Passed 1st Reading

May 6

House

Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House

May 5

House

Filed