REZ 07-26 Bethel Presbyterian Church Renovations
Description
The church wants to rezone its 13-acre campus to Conditional Zoning to replace its 1967 fellowship hall with a 6,500 sq ft addition, relocate the playground, and add ADA parking — with conditions covering easements, bike racks, and tree protection.
Impact summary
Expect construction activity at the church campus starting around February, finishing in early 2028 — the gym will serve as a temporary sanctuary and remains an election precinct. The community gains a gathering space and a future sidewalk connection on a busy road.
Applicant
- Name
- Bethel Presbyterian Church (agent: Joseph T. Roy, IV)
- Address
- 19920 Bethel Church Road, Cornelius, NC 28031See this on the map
At a glance
- Hearings
- 2
- Public comments
- 1
- Total mentions
- 2
Last vote · County Commission
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Meeting timeline (2)
Board of Commissioners - Nov 2, 2026
The church won approval to rezone its 13-acre campus to Conditional Zoning for a 6,500-square-foot addition, new central entrance and gathering space, future coffee shop, ADA parking, playground relocation, and bike/ped easements along Bethel Church Road — keeping the 1896 chapel and most specimen trees intact.
Planning Board/Board of Adjustment - Oct 12, 2026
The church wants to rezone its 13-acre campus from General Residential to Conditional Zoning to build a 6,500-square-foot addition, relocate the playground, add ADA parking, and make facade and site improvements. The Planning Board recommended approval with conditions; the Town Board has the final vote.
Related issues (1)
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