The Town of Hillsborough has adopted an ordinance that will grant local historic landmark status to two of the town’s mills.

The former Bellevue Manufacturing Company and Eno Cotton Mill buildings will enjoy the new designation after the ordinance passed the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners.

Hillsborough Mayor Tom Stevens says this decision will spur growth in the area.

“That will help in their redevelopment,” he says. “It will be great for economic development and provide a lot of new residencies and amenities in Hillsborough.”

Stevens adds they have proof of the potential ramifications because the Eno Mill has been used as a host for area small businesses for decades.

“Mystery Brewing has their facilities in there,” he says. “Weaver Street has their facility in there. It’s been a great incubator for a lot of small businesses, and some businesses have gotten to be pretty substantial.”

While the Eno Mill has served as that small business incubator, the Bellevue Mill can provide additional housing in Hillsborough. “The Bellevue Mill has been approved for the last five years for a little bit more than 100 apartments or condominiums,” Stevens says.

Stevens says that they are hopeful the 50% reduction in property taxes that come with the landmark status will enable the Bellevue Mill developer to move forward.

Mayor Stevens says he believes that the additional housing from the development of the Bellevue Mill – coupled with the entrepreneurship that is being developed at the Eno Mill – will provide a major economic boost to Hillsborough and the surrounding area.

Related Stories
‹
Hillsborough: Dual Supply and Downtown Businesses, Board Meeting Preview, and More
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 8. He discussed the closure of a longtime downtown business and the general state of local businesses in the downtown area. He also previewed next week's meeting of the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners, as they begin their regular fall meeting schedule. He also previewed upcoming events, and more.
The Morning News: CHCCS Board Vacancy, Bill Belichick Speaks
In today's news: Bill Belichick addresses the media for the first time after new revelations about the investigation of Tar Heel football.
What's Open or Closed on Labor Day? Holiday to Impact Local Government Services
Monday marks the observance of Labor Day, which is meant to celebrate the contribution of workers and employees across the United States. With that, the local governments in Orange County will be giving many of their employees the day off, which will affect certain local government services. Ahead of the holiday on Monday, Sep. 7, […]
Hillsborough's Burwell School Adopts New Name to Honor Enslaved Dressmaker
The name is in honor of Elizabeth Hobbes Keckley, a nationally-renowned seamstress and writer who was enslaved at the site.
'A Beautiful and Lasting Tribute': New Orange County Crisis Diversion Center Named in Jamezetta Bedford's Honor
Jamezetta Bedford's Orange County commissioner colleagues recently dedicated the future crisis diversion facility in her honor and memory.
Dual Supply Hardware Store in Hillsborough Enters Final Sale Ahead of Closing
For seven decades, some iteration of the Dual Supply Co. has sat in downtown Hillsborough. But soon, the local hardware store will close.
60 Years Apart, Bowman Relatives Lead Through Tennis and Student Body Presidency
Seaforth High women’s tennis is hosting Orange High on Wednesday. There will be a story unfolding in the stands as well as on the court.
Hillsborough: Community Survey, Labor Day, Fall Schedules
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 1, discussing town news and events. He talked about this year's community survey, which went out to residents this week. He also outlined the Labor Day holiday and relevant closures and schedule changes. He also looked at the town falling back into the rhythms of fall with school starting last week and local governments getting back to their regular meetings, and more.
Endswell Funeral Home Expanding to Chapel Hill with Art Gallery, Memorial Space
Opening an art gallery is just the latest example of Endswell Funeral Home attempting to stand out from the traditional experience.
Orange County Sheriff: Student Assaults Staff Members at Partnership Academy
A School Resource Officer from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office detained a student at Hillsborough’s Partnership Academy Tuesday after the student allegedly assaulted two staff members, per a release. The sheriff’s office says the SRO will now coordinate with the North Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention regarding legal consequences. After the assault, […]
›