Empowering communities with expert land use solutions
Your partner in strategic land use and zoning decisions.
Empowering communities with expert land use solutions
Your partner in strategic land use and zoning decisions.
About Anchorpoint Planning
Our Mission
Anchorpoint Planning is dedicated to assisting local government planning efforts by building resilient, well-planned communities through expert land use planning, thoughtfully crafted zoning regulations, and ongoing municipal support. We are committed to providing practical, forward-thinking solutions that balance growth, environmental stewardship, and community needs.
The Meaning of 'Anchorpoint' in Planning
The name 'Anchorpoint' reflects the essential role that local government planning plays in providing stability, direction, and a strong foundation for communities. Just as an anchor secures a vessel amidst changing tides, Anchorpoint Planning assists communities in navigating growth, development ordinance updates, and zoning regulations with confidence. By offering expert guidance, we serve as a reliable point of reference for local governments striving to create balanced, well-structured communities.
Our Team
Wes MacLeod, AICP, ASLA - Principal
Ron Satterfield - Director of Planning Services
Ron Satterfield - Director of Planning Services
With over two decades of experience in local government planning, Wes has played a lead role in some of the most complex and meaningful planning efforts in North Carolina. His portfolio includes comprehensive plans, development ordinance updates, and ongoing planning support to communities navigating growth, resilience, and change. Wes sp
With over two decades of experience in local government planning, Wes has played a lead role in some of the most complex and meaningful planning efforts in North Carolina. His portfolio includes comprehensive plans, development ordinance updates, and ongoing planning support to communities navigating growth, resilience, and change. Wes specializes in guiding communities through the intersection of policy, regulation, and public interest, including zoning regulations. He has a deep working knowledge of coastal development rules, land use laws, and the unique pressures faced by fast-growing communities. His expertise lies in balancing competing stakeholder interests and aligning technical requirements with real-world implementation. As Principal of Anchorpoint Planning, Wes delivers practical, high-quality services tailored to the needs of communities, including board of adjustment training. Whether working with elected officials, planning boards, or private development teams, he brings clarity, strategic insight, and a collaborative mindset to every project.
Ron Satterfield - Director of Planning Services
Ron Satterfield - Director of Planning Services
Ron Satterfield - Director of Planning Services
Ron is a seasoned planning professional with more than 30 years of experience serving North Carolina communities and the private sector. He brings a depth of expertise in local government planning, particularly in municipal and county planning, with leadership roles that spanned current planning, long-range policy, zoning regulations, his
Ron is a seasoned planning professional with more than 30 years of experience serving North Carolina communities and the private sector. He brings a depth of expertise in local government planning, particularly in municipal and county planning, with leadership roles that spanned current planning, long-range policy, zoning regulations, historic preservation, neighborhood revitalization, and grants administration. Before joining Anchorpoint Planning, Ron worked as a Senior Development Manager for Cushman and Wakefield and as the Assistant Planning Director for the City of Wilmington, where he oversaw the city’s planning division, including zoning administration and historic preservation. He previously served as Director of Community Development for the County of Lee, City of Sanford, and Town of Broadway. Known for his strong leadership, clear communication, and collaborative approach to planning challenges, Ron also offers board of adjustment training to enhance community engagement. At Anchorpoint, he supports clients across North Carolina with planning services rooted in experience, practicality, and public service, including development ordinance updates to ensure compliance with evolving regulations.
Services
Comprehensive Planning
Board and Administrative Staff Training
Code and Ordinance Preparation
Anchorpoint develops clear, community-driven comprehensive plans that balance growth with local values. Our team brings experience guiding dozens of North Carolina communities through long-range planning processes—integrating land use, housing, infrastructure, economic development, and environmental stewardship into a single, actionable vision.
Code and Ordinance Preparation
Board and Administrative Staff Training
Code and Ordinance Preparation
We prepare development codes that are modern, legally sound, and user-friendly. Whether crafting a new Unified Development Ordinance or updating existing regulations, Anchorpoint ensures your code supports community goals while streamlining review and compliance.
Current Planning
Board and Administrative Staff Training
Board and Administrative Staff Training
Anchorpoint provides on-call and contracted planning support for day-to-day development review, rezoning requests, and complex entitlement oversite. Our planners act as an extension of your staff—keeping projects moving, assisting applicants, navigating political hurdles, and ensuring consistency with adopted plans and ordinances.
Board and Administrative Staff Training
Board and Administrative Staff Training
Board and Administrative Staff Training
Empowering local leaders and boards is crucial for effective governance. Our training programs equip boards and administrative staff with the knowledge and skills needed to make informed decisions.