What We Do
Mission
Our mission is to effectively manage change in our town with regard to land use, transportation, historic preservation and overall development in order to preserve and enhance Cornelius’ quality of life in a timely and consistent manner.
We accomplish our mission by promoting, coordinating and enforcing land use activities in accordance with the
Land Development Code. The Code protects, maintains and develops an attractive, safe and healthy environment. Land use activities include development standards for density, height, yards and open space, parking, landscaping, lighting and other items.