Land Clearing and Inert Debris (LCID) Landfill Proposal (F-1667)
Forsyth County
Summary
A special use permit request to expand a land clearing and inert debris landfill on Watkins Ford Road brought questions regarding heavy truck traffic, environmental safeguards near local creeks, and stormwater management.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 30, 2026.
Impact analysis
Continued provision of local disposal options for construction and municipal organic debris, saving hauling costs.
Local contractors, municipal sanitation divisions, and the property owner.
Nearby subdivision residents concerned with environmental runoff and truck traffic.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners Meeting - 2026-07-30
A special use permit request to expand a land clearing and inert debris landfill on Watkins Ford Road brought questions regarding heavy truck traffic, environmental safeguards near local creeks, and stormwater management.
Board of Commissioners Meeting - 2026-07-09
The board reviewed a special use permit application for a nearly 70-acre land clearing and inert debris landfill on Watkins Ford Road near Kernersville. Commissioners discussed the quasi-judicial hearing rules, potential environmental protections, and coordination with existing nearby landfill operations.
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