Halifax Aggregates rezoning to Residential-Agriculture
Halifax County
Summary
The board restarted the stalled mining ordinance process, sending three ordinance versions back to the Planning Board with a legislative hearing set for March 2. Quarry attorney Damian Blue told commissioners the project could bring 20 jobs at $25–$40/hour and $25 million in investment, but his client disputes the setback provisions.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
The company touts a $25 million investment and roughly $300,000 a year in new tax revenue if the quarry proceeds.
Supporters point to jobs and tax base; neighbors' protections depend on the setback rules the board ultimately adopts.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners - Nov 2, 2026
The county will hold a public hearing on rezoning the Halifax Aggregates, LLC property from Light Industrial to Residential-Agriculture. The change would shape what can be built or operated on the land going forward.
Board of Commissioners - Feb 16, 2026
The board restarted the stalled mining ordinance process, sending three ordinance versions back to the Planning Board with a legislative hearing set for March 2. Quarry attorney Damian Blue told commissioners the project could bring 20 jobs at $25–$40/hour and $25 million in investment, but his client disputes the setback provisions.
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