All property owners have the right to seek rezoning of their property.
Changes in zoning allow for planned growth in accordance with the Matthews Land Use Plan and for development of property that may be marginally suited to its current zoning designation. The petitioner files a request with the Planning Department. Applications are accepted at any time, and are reviewed to verify they are accurate and complete. The Town Board of Commissioners sets a public hearing date. The public hearing is usually conducted during the first Board of Commissioners meeting in the month following submission of the completed petition.