Fast Growing NC Town Greenlights Transformative Rezoning

Fuquay-Varina had 18,000 people in 2010. Now it’s near 40,000, and town leaders are moving fast to accommodate the growth. A rezoning was approved for nine parcels totaling 87.98 acres that went from residential agriculture to commercial mixed-use.

A development, to be called Vaughan Park, will include a medical building, two multifamily buildings, six commercial buildings and six mixed-use buildings. The multifamily projects will consist of 742 units. DR Horton is the lead developer. In addition to the commercial component, the company will also build hundreds of homes.

The project will be divided into two distinct developments, each with its own unique features. Amenities for the west side will include a swimming pool, a promenade with public art, two playgrounds and a greenway around the wetlands and ponds.

The east side’s amenities include a swimming pool, clubhouse, a playground, food truck area with shelter and a dog park.