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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Carrboro public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Short-Term Rental Regulations and Neighborhood Impacts
Residents and council members discussed the proliferation of short-term rentals converting residential homes into commercial lodging, raising concerns about neighborhood character and housing supply.
Multifamily Residential Building Security and Minimum Housing Code
Residents and council members discussed ongoing security problems and broken entry doors at local apartment complexes like Carolina Springs. The council agreed to consult with property managers and staff to find enforceable solutions without violating state building codes.
Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) Rewrite
The Town is revising its development regulations to align with the Carrboro Connects Comprehensive Plan, but the Council decided to cut ties with its UDO consultant, CodeWright.
OR-MU Zoning District Residential Standards
The town updated its zoning rules to ensure existing homes in downtown mixed-use zones can properly add accessory dwellings and adjust residential uses without confusion.