Cornelius condo project faces height hurdle
A proposed $20 million condo development in the Lake Norman area is up in the air.
ALSO READ: Condo owner sues HOA over Ring camera, loses, has to pay $73K
The Cornelius Planning Board said they'll consider approving a developer's rezoning request with adjustments.
According to the Charlotte Observer, the developer would need to cut the six-story plan down to three.
Plans also call for 14 condominiums at Jetton Road Extension and Bethel Church Road.
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