LEXINGTON, S.C. — The Lexington Town Council unanimously approved an annexation along Barr Road on Monday night, bringing more than 190 acres and a planned 299-home subdivision into town limits after weeks of public debate.
The vote, taken on second and final reading following a public hearing, allows a planned Meritage Homes development to move forward under town regulations rather than county rules.
Town leaders said annexation gives Lexington greater authority to manage growth, particularly traffic impacts tied to large residential projects. Unlike the county, the town requires developers to pay for traffic impact studies, road improvements and impact fees, officials said…