Seven Lakes Residents Against Rapid Expansion

The Rural Agricultural–Urban Service Boundary (RA-USB) was established to help Moore County balance rural preservation with managed growth. It designates the areas just outside municipal service zones where development can occur, but with additional oversight to ensure that infrastructure, environmental protection, and rural character are not compromised.

The RA-USB is not a “no-growth” area, but it was intended to serve as a transitional buffer, protecting farmland, forestland, and watershed resources while allowing only limited, context-appropriate residential expansion. When large subdivisions begin appearing within the RA-USB, it signals a shift in how growth is being managed, one that can alter traffic flow, emergency access, and environmental health far beyond a single parcel.

In this case, the Holly Grove Pines proposal directly affects two established communities, Seven Lakes and McLendon Hills, and the lands that connect them. What happens within the RA-USB does not stay isolated; it influences water movement, school capacity, fire response, and overall quality of life across the region.

That’s why facts matter, not opinions, not speculation. Transparent information allows residents to make decisions based on factual information. It’s equally important that the community stays engaged and present throughout the process. Every public comment, written letter, and meeting appearance ensures that the record reflects the voices of those who live here, not just those who build here.