Planning/ZBA Board Opening (District 3)
Posted on 02/12/2026
The Town of Fletcher is accepting applications to fill a District 3 seat on its joint Planning Board and Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA). Members serve in dual roles on a single board.
Applicants must reside in Voting District 3 (district map).
Board Responsibilities Include:
- Making recommendations to Town Council on standard rezonings, conditional rezonings, special use permits, and text amendments to the Land Development Code
- Reviewing preliminary plats for major subdivisions
- Conducting design review for projects within the Heart of Fletcher Overlay
- Holding quasi-judicial hearings for variances and zoning appeals
The Board typically meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m.
Applicants must be available to attend the April 6, 2026, Council Agenda Review Meeting to introduce themselves and answer questions. Council will make the appointment at its April 13th, 2026, regular meeting.
How to Apply:
Eligible residents of District 3 may access the application here:
https://www.fletchernc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Application-for-Appointed-Boards-Revised-3-12-24-002.pdf
Applications may also be obtained by contacting the Town Clerk or Planning Director at 828-687-3985 (you may call to confirm whether you reside in District 3).
Deadline: Applications will be accepted through Friday, March 27, 2026.
Completed applications may be submitted by:
- Mail: Fletcher Town Hall, 300 Old Cane Creek Road, Fletcher, NC 28732
- In Person: Town Hall Administration Department
- Email: c.thompson@fletchernc.org
We encourage interested residents to apply and become involved in shaping the future of Fletcher.