Large-scale rezonings along US 70 / NC 43 corridors
Summary
The Craven County MPO outlined the NC 43 Connector's history — started in 1993, construction began 2025, completion estimated 2028 — and its purpose: economic development, freight routing off Glenburnie Road, and a new US 17 to US 70 link with an interchange at US 70.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 1
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
Future tax base and infrastructure costs depend on what gets built — new homes and businesses would add to the tax rolls but also demand for roads, schools, and services.
Travelers, freight carriers, and areas targeted for economic development along the new corridor.
Neighbors near the corridors could face more traffic, stormwater runoff, and loss of rural open land if the rezonings advance.
Mentions & discussions (1)
Related development
REZ-003678-2026, Southeast Corner of US 70 and US 17 Bypass
The largest tract of the three; land use plan shows mixed open space and urban transition here. Multifamily projects would require Board of Adjustment approval.
REZ-003680-2026, Southwest and Southeast Corner of US 70 and NC 43
Would create the city's first commercial gateway from the west along the new connector — but neighbors worry about lights, noise, trucks, and what C-3 allows at the back of Greenbrier.
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