Oak Island public meetings in 2025
40 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
121825PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board is meeting to discuss proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. The board will review sections related to the plan review process, zoning dimensional requirements, urban form development standards, and district signs.
- Proposed text amendment to UDO Section 5.3 (Expedited Review Reference)
- Proposed text amendment to UDO Section 8.1.1.6 (Zoning Dimensional Requirements)
- Proposed text amendment to UDO Section 10.19.6 (Urban Form Development Standards & Incentives)
- Proposed text amendment to UDO Section 10.26 (District Signs)
121025BoardAdjustmentMtg
The Oak Island Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss a variance request regarding Zoning District Development Standards. The board will review application materials and photographs associated with the request.
- Variance 25-02521: Request for relief from Article 8 Zoning District Development Standards of the Unified Development Ordinance
120925TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council will swear in newly elected members and the Mayor, then select a Mayor Pro Tempore for 2026. The body will also consider a budget amendment for health insurance premiums and a resolution opposing the Fuquay-Varina Interbasin Transfer.
- Budget Ordinance Amendment for State Health Plan Premium Increases
- Resolution concurring with Brunswick County in opposition to the Fuquay-Varina Interbasin Transfer (IBT)
- Consideration of extending the abatement period for enforcement of Right-of-Way Violations
- Appointments to the ABC Board and Board of Adjustment
- Selection of a representative to the Cape Fear Council of Governments
112025PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will review proposed text amendments to four sections of its supplemental regulations: accessory buildings/structures, temporary storage facilities, food trucks, and sexually oriented businesses. The board will also consider amending the date and time of its monthly meeting.
- Proposed text amendments to Section 7.2.3 (Accessory Buildings/Structures)
- Proposed text amendments to Section 7.12.2 (Temporary Storage Facilities)
- Proposed text amendments to Section 7.43 (Food Trucks)
- Proposed text amendments to Section 7.46.3 (Sexually Oriented Businesses)
- Proposal to amend the date and time of the monthly Planning Board meeting
111225 Town Council Mtg (Part 1 of video)
The Oak Island Town Council will hold two public hearings and take action on proposed amendments to the vegetation ordinance and the Unified Development Ordinance. They will also consider a lease extension, a land use plan adoption, and other administrative items.
- Amendments to Code of Ordinances Chapter 32 - Vegetation
- Proposed text amendments to Unified Development Ordinance Sections 4.1, 4.9, 5.3, 5.4, and 9.4
- Consideration of Matthew's Ministry Lease Extension
- Consideration of Resolution Adopting the Comprehensive Land Use Plan
- Consideration of a Request to Refund Taxes Paid
111225 Town Council Mtg (Part 2 of video)
The agenda consists of a continuation of a regular meeting. No specific action items or discussion topics are listed in the provided text.
111225BdAdjustmentMtg
The Oak Island Board of Adjustment will meet on November 12, 2025, to review a variance request (25-02432) seeking relief from residential zoning dimensional requirements in the R-6 district. The board will also consider approval of minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting.
- Variance 25-02432: Request for relief from R-6 zoning dimensional requirements
- Review of variance application package (25-02432 Variance Application Package)
- Approval of minutes from July 9, 2025 Board of Adjustment meeting
103125PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board is holding a special meeting to discuss proposed amendments to Chapter 32 regarding vegetation. The session includes a review of recommended native plants for urban landscapes.
- Workshop session on proposed amendments to Chapter 32 (Vegetation)
101625PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will meet to discuss proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance. The board will review changes to several sections regarding permits, approvals, and nonconforming structures.
- Proposed text amendment to UDO Section 4.1 (Requests to be heard)
- Proposed text amendment to UDO Section 4.9 (Special Use Permits)
- Proposed text amendment to UDO Section 5.3 (Administrative Approval)
- Proposed text amendment to UDO Section 5.4 (Town Council Approval)
- Proposed text amendment to UDO Section 9.4 (Nonconforming Buildings or Structures)
101425TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council will hold two public hearings to receive comments and take action on proposed text amendments to Chapter 32 (Vegetation) of the Code of Ordinances. The body will also consider a land use plan update and several infrastructure contracts.
- Public hearings on Proposed Text Amendments to Chapter 32 - Vegetation
- Contract Resolution for Commercial Area Sidewalks, Phase I Project
- Professional Services Agreement for Commercial Area Sidewalk Improvements Phase I Project
- Budget Ordinance Amendment for Oak Island Drive Sidewalk project CEI costs
- Adoption of the CAMA Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update -- Charting the Course 2045
101425TownCouncilSpcMtg
The Town Council is convening a special meeting on October 14, 2025. The sole agenda item is a closed session to discuss specific personnel.
- Closed session regarding specific personnel pursuant to N.C.G.S. 143-318.11(a)(6)
091825PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will review and potentially vote on two proposed text amendments to local ordinances: one updating Chapter 32 on vegetation and another modifying the Unified Development Ordinance for seafood sales and processing. The board will also discuss a commercial code repair adoption strategy and receive recommendations from the Environmental Advisory Commission.
- Proposed text amendment to Chapter 32 - Vegetation of the Town of Oak Island Code of Ordinances (25-01835)
- Proposed text amendment to Unified Development Ordinance for seafood sales/processing
- Commercial code repair adoption strategy overview and discussion
- EAC recommendations for Chapter 32 vegetation ordinance changes
090925TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council will hold a public hearing and take action on the CAMA Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update -- Charting the Course 2045. The meeting includes budget amendments for various projects and a review of a residential site plan from Stark Enterprises.
- Public hearing on CAMA Comprehensive Land Use Plan Update -- Charting the Course 2045
- Budget Ordinance Amendment for SE 31st ST ADA Kayak Launch grant
- Budget Ordinance Amendment for Sidewalk-Crosswalk project additional funds
- Review of Stark Enterprises Residential Major Site Plan Development Plan
- Update from Moffatt & Nichol on the upcoming beach nourishment project
082825PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will hear a presentation on the final draft of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan titled Charting the Course 2045. No formal decisions are scheduled; the board will only receive the presentation before adjourning.
- Presentation of Comprehensive Land Use Plan (Charting the Course 2045_Final Draft_2025812) by WithersRavenel
082125PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will discuss a new comprehensive land-use plan, amendments to street design and vegetation ordinances, and a major residential site plan. The board will also review minutes from the July 16 meeting.
- Presentation of Comprehensive Land Use Plan 'Charting the Course 2045'
- Proposed text amendment to Section 10.61.6 of the Unified Development Ordinance (Street Design Standards)
- Review of Major Site Plan Development Plan for Stark Enterprises Residential
- Proposed text amendment to Chapter 32 (Vegetation) of the Town of Oak Island Code of Ordinances
071825TownCouncilMtg
The Oak Island Town Council is holding a special meeting to discuss changes to ordinances regarding obstructions in the rights-of-way.
- Consideration of ordinance amendments regarding obstructions in the rights-of-way
071725PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will discuss proposed changes to the Unified Development Ordinance, including the Table of Permitted Uses and Supplemental Regulations. The board will also review a presentation on Commercial Code Repair and sign regulations in the right-of-way.
- Proposed Text Amendment to Section 6.5 - Table of Permitted Uses
- Presentation of Commercial Code Repair
- Proposed Text Amendments to Article 10 Part IV regarding signs in NCDOT Road right-of-way
- Proposed Text Amendment to Article 7 - Supplemental Regulations
071025TownCouncilMtg
The Oak Island Town Council will meet to discuss a presentation regarding Commercial Code Repair. The meeting also serves to reconvene the July 8, 2025, Town Council Meeting.
- Discussion of Commercial Code Repair presentation
070925BdAdjustmentMeeting
The Oak Island Board of Adjustment will meet to select its leadership and approve previous minutes. The board will also review a variance application for a property located at 5061 Glen Cove Dr.
- Variance application for 5061 Glen Cove Dr
070825TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council will review a contract with Weeks Marine for a beach nourishment project and a memorandum of understanding with the N.C. Department of Commerce for an Economic Development Strategic Plan. The body will also consider updates to fire prevention ordinances and beach digging rules.
- Contract with Weeks Marine for Beach Nourishment Project
- MOU with N.C. Department of Commerce for Economic Development Strategic Plan
- Proposed amendments to Sec. 16-17 and 16-18 regarding Fire Prevention and Protection and the 2025 Fire Fee Schedule
- Proposed amendment to Sec. 14-142 regarding digging holes on the beach
- MOU with UNCW
061925PlanningBdMtg
The Planning Board will meet to review draft supplemental regulations. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from April 17 and May 15, 2025.
- Review of Article 7 Supplemental Regulations draft
061025TownCouncilMeeting
The Town Council will vote on the FY 2025-2026 budget, budget ordinance, and fee schedule. Members will also discuss beach nourishment, a potential height limit referendum, and a transition to a fire tax.
- Adoption of the FY 2025-2026 Budget and Fee Schedule
- Awarding the bid for the 2025-2026 Beach Nourishment Project
- Payment for sand placement on the east end via the Wilmington Harbor Project
- Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat and Site Development Plan for Waterside at Oak Island
- Proposed text amendment to Section 26.1 regarding improvements within street rights-of-way
051425BdAdjustmentMtg
The Oak Island Board of Adjustment will meet to review a variance request for a property at 101 NE 75th St. The board will also vote on the approval of minutes from the February 12, 2025, meeting.
- Variance request for 101 NE 75th St to encroach 1.4 ft into the side setback
052725TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council is meeting to receive citizen comments regarding the proposed FY 2025-2026 Budget. This is a special meeting dedicated to the budget public hearing.
- Public hearing on the proposed FY 2025-2026 Budget
051525PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will hold a public meeting on May 15, 2025, at 9:00 AM. New business includes a review of the Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat and Major Site Development Plan for Waterside at Oak Island. Old business involves a review of supplemental regulations (Article 7). The board will also approve minutes and hear reports from members and staff.
- Review of Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat for Waterside at Oak Island
- Review of Major Site Development Plan for Waterside Townhomes
- Review of Supplemental Regulations (Article 7)
- Approval of March 20, 2025 Planning Board minutes
051325TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council will hold a quasi-judicial public hearing to consider a Special Use Permit for a mixed-use development at 3190 Southport-Supply Road. Another public hearing will address a proposed text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance regarding dimensional tables and exceptions (Article 8). The council will also receive the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget, consider a lease for Koko Cabana, approve a bond order for refunding bonds, and award a contract for the Crowell Street Dune Infiltration Project.
- Public hearing and action on Special Use Permit for mixed-use development at 3190 Southport-Supply Road
- Public hearing on Unified Development Ordinance text amendment - Article 8 Dimensional Tables and Exceptions
- Presentation of proposed FY 2025-2026 budget
- Consideration of bond order for Enterprise Systems Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025
- Award of bid and contract for Crowell Street Dune Infiltration Project
042925TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council is meeting for a special session to conduct a workshop regarding the FY 2025-2026 budget. No other items are listed on the agenda.
- Workshop for the FY 2025-2026 Budget
042225TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council is meeting for a workshop to discuss the proposed FY 2025-2026 budget. No votes or decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion-only session.
- Workshop on the FY 2025-2026 Budget
041725PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will hold a meeting on April 17, 2025. The board will consider approval of minutes from previous meetings. Under old business, they will discuss public and private street standards and dedication, as well as review supplemental regulations. No new business items are listed. The meeting includes board member and staff reports.
- Approval of minutes from February and March 2025 meetings
- Discussion of public and private street standards and dedication (Section 10.61)
- Review of Supplemental Regulations (Article 7)
- Public comment period
040825TownCouncilMtg
The Oak Island Town Council will hold a regular meeting with presentations, consent agenda items, and new business. They will consider a resolution opposing HB 338, which would deannex certain properties in Oakwood Glen, and discuss transitioning from a fire fee to a fire tax. Also under consideration are amendments to the public records request policy, making SE 47th Street one-way, an audit contract, and an ordinance amendment. The council will also go into closed session for legal and land acquisition discussions.
- Resolution opposing HB 338 deannexation of Oakwood Glen properties
- Consideration of transitioning from a fire fee to a fire tax
- Consideration of amendment to Sec. 22-10 (c) of the Town's Code of Ordinances
- Approval of contract for audit services (dollar amount not specified in agenda)
- Parking assessment report presentation from Walker Consultants
032025PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will address old business including a proposed text amendment to update dimensional tables and exceptions within the zoning district development standards. New business includes discussion of public and private street standards and dedication, as well as a review of supplemental regulations. Board and staff reports will also be presented.
- Proposed Text Amendment to Article 8 Zoning District Development Standards – Dimensional Tables and Exceptions
- Discussion of public and private street standards and dedication (Section 10.61 Streets)
- Review of Article 7 Supplemental Regulations
031125TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council will discuss calling for a referendum to amend height limit exceptions in the Unified Development Ordinance. Members will also consider a contract amendment with Moffatt & Nichol and a text amendment regarding construction within street rights-of-way.
- Referendum discussion for Height Limit Exceptions (Sec. 2.15 of the UDO)
- Contract amendment with Moffatt & Nichol for Stage 3A Additional BOEM and Rebidding Tasks
- Proposed text amendment to Section 26.1 of the Code of Ordinances regarding street rights-of-way
- Approval of Table of Uses and Supplemental Regulations
- Appointments for Parks & Rec Advisory Board, Environmental Advisory Board, and Board of Adjustment
022025PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will hold a discussion on proposed changes to dimensional standards and setback exceptions, based on items 2 and 9 from the Unified Development Ordinance Priority Report. This is a discussion-only item; no decisions or votes are scheduled. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine reports.
- Discussion of dimensional standards tables and setback exceptions from UDO Priority Report
021325ReconvenedRegularMtg
The Oak Island Town Council is holding a special meeting solely to reconvene the February 11, 2025 meeting. The published agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, reconvening, and adjournment. No substantive decisions, discussions, or public hearings are listed.
021225BoardOfAdjustmentMtg
The Oak Island Board of Adjustment will meet to review and decide on two variance applications. The board will also approve minutes from a previous meeting.
- Variance request for 3216 E Dolphin Dr
- Variance request for 1108 W Yacht Dr
021125TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council will hold public hearings on a zoning map amendment and a text amendment to the Unified Development Ordinance. The body will also consider a resolution regarding the State's Beach and Inlet Management Plan.
- Proposed zoning change for 3190 Southport Supply Rd from Commercial-Low Density to Higher Density Residential
- Proposed Text Amendment to Unified Development Ordinance, Article 7 (Supplemental Regulations)
- Action to deny request to waive fees for duplex
- Resolution supporting North Carolina update to the State's Beach and Inlet Management Plan
- Environmental Advisory Board applications for four terms ending June 2025 and June 2026
011625PlanningBdMtg
The Oak Island Planning Board will hold a public hearing and consider a proposed zoning map amendment for two parcels (tax IDs 20300013 and 2030001303) from Commercial-Low Density District (CLD) to Higher Density Residential District (R-6MF). The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings. No other new business items are listed.
- Proposed rezoning of parcels 20300013 and 2030001303 from CLD to R-6MF (higher density residential)
- Public hearing scheduled for the zoning amendment
- Approval of minutes from meetings on November 21, 2024; December 19, 2024; May 16, 2024; and June 20, 2024
011625TownCouncil Mtg
The Oak Island Town Council is holding its annual retreat, where members will discuss the current financial status and outlook, consider strategic goals, and review supplemental regulations. This meeting is focused on planning and discussion rather than specific decisions or actions.
- Discussion of current financial status and outlook
- Discussion and consideration of strategic goals
- Discussion of supplemental regulations
011425TownCouncilMtg
The Town Council will review proposed text amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance and discuss UDO priorities. The body is also considering a preliminary plat for the Waterside at Oak Island major subdivision and the creation of a steering committee for a recreation center facilities assessment.
- Proposed text amendments to Unified Development Ordinance Section 6.5 and A.3
- Review of Major Subdivision Preliminary Plat for Waterside at Oak Island
- Creation of a Steering Committee for the Bike Plan
- Creation of a Steering Committee for the Recreation Center Facilities Assessment Project
- Appointments to the Par 3 Advisory Board
010325TownCouncilMtg
At a special meeting, the Oak Island Town Council will consider a negotiated bid for the 2024-2025 Beach Nourishment Project and discuss next steps. The meeting is set for January 3, 2025 at 1 PM in Council Chambers. No other items are on the agenda.
- Consideration of a negotiated bid for the 2024-2025 Beach Nourishment Project and consideration of next steps