RezonePendingPence Road / Harrisburg Road / Vandy Drive

Pence Road Rail Freight Terminal

Charlotte

Description

Proposes rezoning 31.17 acres to ML-2(CD) for a rail freight terminal.

Impact summary

Introduces heavy industrial freight operations adjacent to residential and recreational spaces.

Applicant

Name: Pence Road Development LLC
Address: Pence Road / Harrisburg Road / Vandy Drive

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 0
Total mentions: 1

Last discussed Feb 16, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Feb 16, 2026

City Council Zoning Meeting — February 16, 2026

Proposes rezoning 31.17 acres to ML-2(CD) for a rail freight terminal.

Related issues (1)

Pence Road Rail Freight Terminal Proposal

A developer requested heavy industrial zoning (ML-2) on 31 acres along Pence Road to establish a rail freight terminal, drawing staff opposition due to its proximity to single-family homes.

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