Holy Trinity Church Zoning Atlas Amendment & Traffic Impact
Orange County
Summary
Holy Trinity Anglican Church is seeking to rezone 15.5 acres at 1651 Old Lystra Road to build a new place of worship and partner with Pee Wee Homes to provide up to ten tiny homes for individuals experiencing homelessness. While supporters praise the church's commitment to serving those earning below 30% of the area median income, neighbors have raised serious concerns about traffic safety, narrow roads, stormwater runoff, and loss of tree canopy.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
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Church congregants and individuals seeking deeply affordable housing.
Nearby residents who may experience increased traffic and safety hazards on Wave Road.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of County Commissioners (Business) - Oct 20, 2026
The county and Chapel Hill town council reviewed a church development project featuring affordable housing and a traffic control gate on Wave Road to address neighborhood safety concerns.
Board of County Commissioners - Sep 15, 2026
Holy Trinity Anglican Church is seeking to rezone 15.5 acres at 1651 Old Lystra Road to build a new place of worship and partner with Pee Wee Homes to provide up to ten tiny homes for individuals experiencing homelessness. While supporters praise the church's commitment to serving those earning below 30% of the area median income, neighbors have raised serious concerns about traffic safety, narrow roads, stormwater runoff, and loss of tree canopy.
Related development
Holy Trinity Church Zoning Atlas Amendment
Provides community facilities and housing while raising local traffic and safety discussions among nearby residents.
Holy Trinity Anglican Church Conditional Zoning
The project will provide a permanent facility for a growing congregation and potential transitional housing units, while generating local traffic and requiring stormwater management.
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