RezoneRecommended approvalEast side of Idols Road, across from Mallard Lake Trail

Idols Road Residential Rezoning

Winston-Salem

Description

A general use rezoning of 167 acres from General Industrial and RS40 to RS15 for a future single-family subdivision.

Impact summary

Significantly reduces industrial zoning intensity and sets the stage for a ~360-lot residential neighborhood, raising local traffic concerns.

Applicant

Name: Pine State Development, LLC / County of Forsyth
Address: East side of Idols Road, across from Mallard Lake Trail

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 4
Total mentions: 1

Last vote · Planning Commission

Recommended approval8–0, unanimous

A recommendation, not a final decision. The council decides next.

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Sep 10, 2026Recommended approval 8–0

Planning Board (City-County) (Regular) - Sep 10, 2026

A general use rezoning of 167 acres from General Industrial and RS40 to RS15 for a future single-family subdivision.

Related issues (1)

Idols Road Large-Scale Residential Rezoning

The county sought to rezone 167 acres on Idols Road from industrial to residential (RS15) to pave the way for a 360-home subdivision. Clemmons residents strongly objected, warning that severe traffic congestion on two-lane roads and flooding risks make the area unsuited for more homes.

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