Mayor Ben Sproul warned that some forms of regulation could bring litigation.

With new leadership at its helm, the Kill Devil Hills Board of Commissioners is taking a look at addressing some longstanding concerns about the proliferation of large event homes along the town’s oceanfront – choosing to focus on possible incentives to offer developers in exchange for incorporating safety features into new structures.

After a two-hour joint work session with the Kill Devil Hills Planning Board on Jan. 22, the commissioners directed town staff to pursue zoning amendments that would encourage, but not require, items such as fire suppression systems and designated emergency drive isles.

Past President John Head, Colony Realty, presented the 2019 REALTOR® of the Year award to Lori Brooks, owner of Coastal NC Realty Group, LLC.