Britany Waddell Named Chapel Hill Planning Director

CHAPEL HILL – Interim Town Manager Chris Blue has selected Britany Waddell as the Town of Chapel Hill’s next Planning Director. Her first day will be February 13.

“We are excited that Britany will join our Town team in a few weeks,” said Mr. Blue. “She is a proven leader, and her enthusiasm for the important work that is happening in Chapel Hill makes her the perfect fit for us right now. I look forward to welcoming her to our team.”

Britany previously served the City of Raleigh as the Assistant Director of Planning and Development. In that role, she oversaw zoning administration, code enforcement, and land development review.

“Chapel Hill is a special place. I look forward to the opportunity to join a talented staff and make a meaningful contribution to this community,” Ms. Waddell said.

Britany has almost 20 years of planning experience in North Carolina, Maryland, and the District of Columbia, and she has an extensive background in community engagement and participatory planning, with a focus on town/gown relationships.

Britany is a proud Carolina alumna, and said she is thrilled to be coming back to “Blue Heaven.” She currently lives in Wake County with her miniature schnauzer, Luca.