Charles Boulevard Traffic and Multi-Family Rezoning Impact
Greenville
Summary
A developer wants to rezone 14.2 acres on Charles Boulevard for a high-density apartment complex, raising local concerns about worsening traffic backups near Fire Tower Road. City staff noted the road is already near design capacity, but developers plan to use restricted right-in, right-out access to help manage vehicle flow.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
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Last discussed Jun 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Private investment in multi-family housing development with potential future public roadway upgrade costs.
Future apartment residents and the property developer.
Nearby motorists experiencing heightened traffic congestion along Charles Boulevard.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Jun 11, 2026
A 14.2-acre parcel on Charles Boulevard was rezoned from agricultural-residential to high-density multi-family, paving the way for up to 200 new housing units. Residents and council members voiced traffic concerns because Charles Boulevard is already operating near capacity.
Planning and Zoning Commission - Special Meeting - Jun 9, 2026
IHS Development wants to rezone 42 acres along Charles Boulevard from office use to a mix of townhomes, apartments, and single-family lots. City staff noted that the residential setup will actually put fewer cars on the road during peak hours than a fully built-out office park.
Planning and Zoning Commission - May 19, 2026
A developer wants to rezone 14.2 acres on Charles Boulevard for a high-density apartment complex, raising local concerns about worsening traffic backups near Fire Tower Road. City staff noted the road is already near design capacity, but developers plan to use restricted right-in, right-out access to help manage vehicle flow.
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