Greenville Council Approved Poe Mill Annexation

The city council voted unanimously to annex and rezone 15.28 acres at the former Poe Mill site.

Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in City Hall

Isometric editorial illustration of geometric brick and steel structures representing urban development, with clean flat colors. — The Greenville City Council unanimously approved an ordinance to annex 15.28 acres of the former Poe Mill site to advance local revitalization efforts. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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The Greenville City Council has approved the first reading of an ordinance to annex 12.85 acres of the Poe Mill site and 2.43 acres of adjacent right-of-way. This move incorporates the property into the municipal system as part of the city's broader growth strategy.

Why it matters

The annexation and subsequent rezoning serve to support community and neighborhood uses, advancing the city's long-term revitalization goals for the area near Buncombe Road.

The council approved the annexation and rezoning of a combined 15.28 acres through a unanimous vote. The property is slated to receive municipal services and join City Council District 2 pending final approval.

The players

Greenville City Council

This is the primary legislative body responsible for governing the city of Greenville and managing its municipal annexation and zoning policies.

City Planning Commission

This body provides advisory recommendations to the city council regarding land use, urban development, and zoning ordinances.

The details

The action follows a recommendation for approval issued by the City Planning Commission earlier in September. If successfully finalized, the site will be integrated into the city’s jurisdiction and representative districts.

September 3, 2026: The City Planning Commission recommended approval.
September 29, 2026: The City Council approved the first reading of the ordinance.
October 12, 2026: The second and final reading of the ordinance is scheduled.

Political Context

Opponents or dissenting residents often express concerns regarding potential increases in municipal tax burdens or shifts in neighborhood density associated with new annexations. These arguments typically focus on the long-term impact of infrastructure requirements and service demands on the city budget.

Residents should be aware that the property will transition to municipal service coverage if the final ordinance passes. This shift may alter future land use standards for the neighborhood as the city implements its revitalization plans.

The takeaway

The Poe Mill annexation represents a significant step in the city's effort to integrate underutilized industrial land into its municipal infrastructure. Residents can monitor the upcoming October meeting to see how these changes align with broader district development plans.

What happens next

The City Council is scheduled to hold a second and final reading of the ordinance on October 12, 2026, to finalize the annexation and rezoning process.