501 Shepard School Rd, Zebulon, NC 27597

Downtown Periphery District

The Downtown Periphery district includes the land around the immediate core of downtown as well as peripheral land that would benefit from being included in the downtown and developed at a higher density or intensity. Land in the DTP is strongly encouraged to redevelop from its current single-use, low- intensity development pattern to higher density mixed-use forms of development where uses are mixed vertically in a single building or horizontally on the same lot or site. The establishment of additional higher density forms of residential development is the key objective for the DTP district. Also encouraged are nonresidential and institutional uses that provide an experience to visitors in addition to goods and services. Development in the DTP should be consistent with traditional southern small-town character where emphasis is placed on pedestrian travel and Town streets and buildings include public art and opportunities for residents and visitors to gather and interact. The primary purpose of the DTP district is to expand the footprint of Zebulon's downtown in ways that promote pedestrian orientation, uses that will provide activity and vibrant street life for a least 12 hours per day.