New Hanover County Commissioner Candidate Supports Denial of Hilton Bluffs Development
New Hanover County commissioner candidate LeShonda Wallace supports the denial of the proposed Hilton Bluffs residential development in the Sledge Forest area. County Manager Chris Coudriet denied the plans, citing public safety concerns related to the development's single access point.…
Wilmington, NC, September 19, 2026 —
New Hanover County commissioner candidate LeShonda Wallace has publicly stated her support for the denial of the proposed Hilton Bluffs residential development, located in the Sledge Forest area.
The plans for the development were recently denied by County Manager Chris Coudriet. The primary reason cited for the denial was public safety concerns, specifically related to the development’s single access point.
Wallace echoed these concerns, emphasizing her view that any growth within the county must be accompanied by careful management of infrastructure and a thorough consideration of public safety requirements. While the summary does not specify the name of the developer or further details about the proposed Hilton Bluffs development beyond its location and access point issue, the decision highlights ongoing discussions about development and public services in the region.
The contractor’s name was not provided. The timeline for the proposal’s review, the exact nature of the public safety concerns, or any potential next steps for the development were not detailed in the provided information.
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