New Law Brings Uncertainty to How Local Governments Handle Zoning Regulations

John Kubis and John Kubis

The North Carolina Legislature recently enacted SB 382, introducing significant changes to its zoning laws. These modifications were tucked into the final section of the Disaster Recovery Act of 2024, which was promoted as a relief package for communities affected by Hurricane Helene. The zoning provisions of the bill expand the statutory definition of “down-zoning”…