Holly Springs Town Council Approves Hazel Ridge Subdivision on Duncan Cook Road
Hazel Ridge will include 237 single-family homes, walking trails, a clubhouse, and other amenities. A public hearing on its annexation into the town is set for August.
Holly Springs, NC, Jul. 25, 2025 — At its July 15 regular meeting, the Holly Springs Town Council unanimously approved plans for a new residential development called Hazel Ridge, which will bring 237 single-family homes to an approximate 122-acre site at 5900 Duncan Cook Road (map).
The vote took place during a quasi-judicial public hearing, during which the Council approved the major subdivision plan submitted by Paul Berger of Duncan Cook Holdings, LLC. The development will feature a mix of lot sizes, open spaces, recreational amenities, and roadway improvements designed to support both new and existing traffic.
A Breakdown of the Hazel Ridge Plan
Hazel Ridge, previously known as Tassel Ridge, will be developed in the Suburban Residential Conditional Zoning District (SR-CD). Lot sizes range from 7,500 square feet to over 12,000 square feet. The project will have a residential density of 1.97 dwelling units per acre.
Residents will have access to an extensive amenity center, including:
A clubhouse and swimming pool
Two playgrounds
Two pickleball courts
Walking and nature trails
A dog park
Edible and pollinator gardens
Optional features under consideration include a putting green, shaded structures, and a yoga lawn.
Tree Preservation, Stormwater, and Wildlife Habitat
The developer has committed to preserving 20% of the site as a tree conservation area, exceeding the town’s minimum requirement of 10%. In total, 36 acres (approximately 30% of the property) will be designated as open space, including over 6 acres for active recreational use.
The site will feature constructed stormwater wetlands and a pollinator garden to support local habitats, including the monarch butterfly. A farm pond on the property is slated for evaluation and possible conversion into a recreational fishing pond.


Roads and Traffic Mitigation
Hazel Ridge is expected to generate additional vehicle trips in the area, prompting the developer to include several traffic mitigation measures as part of the approved plan:
Installation of a new traffic signal at Piney Grove Wilbon Road and Duncan Cook Road
Left-turn lanes at key intersections
Construction of two site entrances on Duncan Cook Road, each with eastbound left-turn lanes
Widening a section of Duncan Cook Road to a half-width 4-lane cross-section
Installation of radar speed signs for traffic calming
A 10-foot sidepath will also be built along the project frontage to support pedestrians and cyclists.
Utility and Infrastructure Commitments
The development will require new water and sewer infrastructure. A new onsite pump station will connect to the existing system at Honeycutt Farm, and the developer has agreed to fund upgrades to the Honeycutt pump station to accommodate increased capacity.
Pending Annexation
Although the property is currently located in the Holly Springs Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ), the developer has submitted a petition for voluntary annexation to access municipal water and sewer services. On July 15, the Town Council adopted Resolution 25-29 (link), which directs the Town Clerk to investigate the sufficiency of the petition and sets a public hearing for August 19, 2025.
Community Input and School Capacity
At a virtual neighborhood meeting held in November 2024, some residents expressed concern about increased traffic and safety in surrounding neighborhoods. The Wake County Public School System also noted that elementary school capacity is currently insufficient; however, officials expect to see additional capacity within the next five years.
The development is not located within a search area for new police or fire stations, and no other town departments raised concerns during the review process.
What’s Next
Now that the subdivision plan is approved, the following steps include:
Completion of final construction drawings
Payment of required fees and utility allocations
Coordination of traffic improvements and infrastructure buildout
The August 19 annexation hearing at Town Hall