The village council has denied the Whispering Pines subdivision proposal near Queens Cove Way, but development on the property may still move forward under existing zoning rules.
The proposal involved a planned 92-home subdivision on approximately 129 acres behind the Queens Cove Way neighborhood. Residents and village leaders raised concerns about traffic, stormwater drainage, private road access, and school overcrowding.
Concerns Over Roads and Growth
Village leaders voted 4-1 against the Whispering Pines subdivision proposal after hearing concerns from residents living nearby. Many residents voiced frustration over the condition of Queens Cove Way, which remains a private road.
Developers had offered improvements to the roadway and possible annexation into Whispering Pines as part of the rezoning request. However, after the denial, developers indicated those conditions would no longer be included.
Developer Wes Caddell stated the land can still be developed as a by-right subdivision with roughly 75 homes permitted under current zoning regulations.
Growth Continues Across Moore County
The debate reflects a larger conversation happening across Moore County as communities attempt to manage rapid growth throughout the Sandhills region.
Village leaders also expressed concerns about pressure on Moore County Schools, especially transportation and bus driver shortages.
Despite the denial, developers say population growth across Southern Pines, Pinehurst, Aberdeen, and Whispering Pines continues driving demand for new housing communities.
Additional information about development and planning meetings can be found through the Village of Whispering Pines.
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