Fayetteville Planning Commissioners voted 6-1 Monday to forward a rezoning request for 4.2 acres east of Crossover Road and Glory Drive to the City Council for final approval. The land, currently zoned for agricultural use, would be rezoned to a residential category that allows up to 12 dwelling units per acre, including single-family homes, quadplexes, and courtyard-style homes.
The rezoning proposal comes with plans from the applicant to develop single-family, for-sale homes on the parcel. Will Kellstrom, an attorney with Kutak Rock representing the applicant, confirmed the intent to build solely single-family homes rather than multifamily or rental units, seeking to fit the character of the neighborhood.
Nearby residents, particularly those from an adjacent senior living community, spoke during the Planning Commission meeting voicing concerns primarily over increased traffic and its potential impact on safety. Since Crossover Road serves as a main thoroughfare, residents worry that additional housing density could disrupt the quiet nature of the area and strain existing infrastructure.
The site in question lies close to established residential neighborhoods and the senior living facility, a factor that has made neighborhood impact a significant consideration for commissioners. While the Planning Commission majority found the rezoning compatible with Fayetteville’s comprehensive plan goals and future land use guidelines, the dissenting vote reflected apprehension over possible traffic congestion and community disruption.
The proposed zoning district allows for a range of residential building types, from traditional single-family houses up to quadplexes and courtyard homes. City planning documents indicate that the added density may support affordable home ownership options, a goal consistent with Fayetteville’s broader housing strategy to increase market diversity.
Fayetteville’s City Council will review the rezoning request at an upcoming meeting, where public input and further planning staff recommendations will factor into the final decision. Council members have typically balanced growth with maintaining neighborhood character, especially in areas adjacent to sensitive land uses like senior living.
This rezoning request follows other recent Fayetteville decisions aiming to manage growth along Crossover Road, a corridor that has seen increasing development pressure due to its connectivity to major employment centers and city amenities.
Source: Fayetteville Flyer
