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Raleigh Historic Development Commission
2026-01-14 08:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Public Meeting – January 14, 2026
The Raleigh Historic Development Commission will conduct a public meeting on Wednesday, January 14 at 8:30 a.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street in the City Council Chamber.
Public participation is available in person and remotely via voicemail. Visit the RHDC pagefor details on how to leave a public comment.
For questions about the meeting, please contact historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov

A.

Call to Order

B.

Consent Agenda

B.1

Approval of Minutes

The draft December 10, 2025 minutes are attached.

C.

Public Comment

C.1

Public Comments

This is an opportunity for the public to comment on items or issues that are otherwise not on the agenda. Please limit comments to 3 minutes per speaker.

C.2

Voicemail Comments

In accordance with City Council’s adopted recommendations, voicemail public comments are available to the public for RHDC. This option does not apply to the COA Committee and quasi-judicial hearings.
Residents may phone in ahead of the meeting and leave up to a three-minute voicemail message. Comments provided via the voicemail feature will be uploaded here the evening before the RHDC meeting.
The phone number is the same for City Council and all boards and commissions: 855-925-2801. RHDC’s unique code is 1887.

D.

Old Business

D.1

Preservation and RHDC UDO Updates

Staff Contact: Tania Tully, Preservation Planning Supervisor
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On December 2, 2025 City Council adopoted an ordinance (828 TC 494) that approved TC-3-24. It became effective 1/2/26. Staff will present the key substantive changes.

E.

New Business

E.1

Rezoning Case – Z-40-25 (831 Wake Forest Rd, 904 Mordecai Dr)

Staff Contact: Erin Morton Pugh, Senior Preservation Planner
Hiram Marziano, Senior Planner
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The site is located within the Mordecai Place National Register Historic District (NRHD). The property at 831 Wake Forest Rd is a contributing property in the district containing a ca. 1920 2-story house. The property at 904 Mordecai Dr is a noncontributing surface parking lot.
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Hiram Marziano, case planner, will make a brief presentation on the application and its current status. Additional documentation on the case can be found on the City’s Rezoning Cases webpage (visit raleighnc.gov search term: rezoning cases). The RHDC staff memo providing additional analysis is attached.

Recommended Action: Vote to recommend a decision on the application to City Council.

E.2

National Register Nomination – State Capitol Holiday Inn (320 Hillsborough St)

Staff Contact: Collette Kinane, Senior Preservation Planner

National Register Nominations are referred to the Raleigh Historic Development Commission / City of Raleigh as part of the City’s duties as a Certified Local Government. The nomination packet and review criteria are attached. Staff will make a brief presentation.

The State Capitol Holiday Inn was designed by Lundgren and Maurer of Austin, Texas and completed in 1969. The nineteen-story building consists of a circular five-story base with lobby and parking garage, circular thirteen-story guestroom tower, and cantilevered top floor restaurant that provides panoramic views of the city. The State Capitol Holiday Inn remains an important physical representation of a Modernist hotel in downtown Raleigh.

Recommended Action: Determine if the State Capitol Holiday Inn meets the criteria for listing in the National Register of Historic Places as stated in Section 8 page 12 of the report and if so, recommend that the property be submitted for listing in the Register.

E.3

Demolition By Neglect: 524 Euclid St

Staff Contact: Collette Kinane, Senior Preservation Planner

Staff were alerted to the status of 524 Euclid Street, a contributing property in the Oakwood Historic Overlay District in an informal meeting with representatives from the Housing and Neighborhood department. As the house is being investigated as a Minimum Housing Case Preservation staff has identified the property as possibly undergoing demolition by neglect. Per the Demo by Neglect Procedure (attached) RHDC may send an advice letter to the property owner and conduct an investigation.

Recommended Action: Vote on whether or not to conduct an investigation.

F.

Committee Reports

F.1

Certificate of Appropriateness (COA)

The Committee Chair will report on recent activity.

F.2

Community Awareness

The Committee Chair will report on recent activity.

F.3

Research

The Committee Chair will report on recent activity.

G.

Other Business

G.1

Report of Commissioners

G.2

Report of Historic Preservation Unit

The attached report includes the status of recent RHDC reviews, upcoming historic preservation related events, and CLG training opportunities.

H.

Adjournment

The Commission typically meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 8:30 a.m. Upcoming meeting agendas for the RHDC can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page.
Raleigh Historic Development Commission public meetings will be broadcast live on RTN 11 and on our live streaming webpage. To watch past meetings, visit our video services page.
Agenda and Participation
Visit the RHDC webpage for additional information on how to participate in person or by voicemail comment.

Substance Use Advisory Commission Meeting
2026-01-14 12:00 - 13:30 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Substance Use Advisory Commission advocates for a healthy community by promoting best practices for the prevention, intervention, and treatment of alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use. View the agenda and minutes on BoardDocs.
For more information, visit Substance Use Advisory Commission.

Hispanic and Immigrant Affairs Board Meeting
2026-01-14 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Hispanic and Immigrant Affairs Board advises City Council on barriers that impact the Hispanic and immigrant community in social, economic, and vocational pursuits. View the agenda and minutes on Boarddocs.
Date: Wednesday, Jan. 14
Time: 6-7 p.m.
Location: Raleigh Pathways Center
900 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
For more information, visit Hispanic and Immigrant Affairs Board.

Councilor Jones District E Meeting
2026-01-14 18:00 - 20:00 | La Cucina Italiana, 6552 Glenwood Avenue

Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities Meeting
2026-01-15 12:00 - 13:30 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities addresses the needs of people with disabilities and their families in the City of Raleigh. View the meeting agenda and minutes on BoardDocs.
Date: Thurs, Jan. 15
Time: Noon-1:30 p.m.
Location: Raleigh Pathways Center
900 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
For more information, visit Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities.

Raleigh Transit Authority
2026-01-15 15:30 - 17:00 | NC
This meeting of the Raleigh Transit Authority will be held at 3:30 p.m. and the Public Comment begins at 4 p.m. For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority.
If you’d like to submit a comment for the upcoming virtual meeting, please email GoRaleigh@raleighnc.gov.
The meeting may be viewed live via RTN 11, the City’s live stream page, and YouTube.

Design Review Commission - CANCELLED
2026-01-15 16:30 - 18:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Commission typically meets on the first and third Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. Upcoming meeting agendas for the Design Review Commission can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page. Design Review Commission public meetings will be broadcast live on RTN 11 and on our live streaming webpage. To watch past meetings, visit our video services page.

District A: Election Changes Informational Session
2026-01-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
The Community Engagement Department is offering District-based Informational Sessions to help residents understand the changes to the local election process. Staff will be available to share information, provide resources, and answer questions.

Come out, get informed, and get ready to vote!

Thursday, January 15
6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Green Road Community Center
4201 Green Rd., Raleigh

Community Cares Collaborative Meeting
2026-01-16 11:30 - 13:30 | White Memorial Presbyterian Church, 1704 Oberlin Road, Raleigh
The Community Cares Collaborative meets:

Every other month on Friday, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
White Memorial Presbyterian Church (lunch provided)
Guest speakers, roundtable discussions, capacity-building activities
Free to participate

Members are encouraged to share updates, engage in group learning, and explore ways to collaborate. Regular communication helps keep all partners informed and connected.

District D Neighborhood Alliance (DDNA) meeting
2026-01-17 09:30 - 11:00 | Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center, 5611 Jaguar Park Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
January’s District D Neighborhood Alliance meeting will be at the Crowder Center (5611 Jaguar Park Dr) on Saturday, January 17 at 9:30 am. There is no agenda – just neighbors catching up with neighbors about City topics. Join us!

Councilor Jones District E Book Club
2026-01-17 09:30 - 11:30 | New World Cafe

Plant Swap!
2026-01-17 11:00 - 13:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Calling all plant lovers! Join us for an exciting plant swap event.
Bring your favorite house and garden plants or homegrown vegetables to trade with fellow plant enthusiasts. We ask that you bring only healthy, pest-free plants to ensure everyone’s enjoyment. This event is free and open to the public!
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Date: Saturday, Jan. 17
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours
2026-01-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Green Rd Community Center, 4201 Green Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27604
The City of Raleigh is offering Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours. Whether you have a simple question about how to work your device or have long-term digital goals, attend our drop-in hours to get assistance and learn more.
Drop-in hours will be held February – May at three Raleigh locations. There is no registration required for this FREE resource.

Saturday, Jan. 17
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Green Road Community Center; 4201 Green Rd.

Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.

When Community Gathers
2026-01-18 15:00 - 18:00 | John P. (Top) Greene, 401 MLK Jr Blvd, Raleigh
Join us on Sunday, Jan. 18, the eve of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2026, as we come together to celebrate unity and community through music, dance, and art.
In honor of our ancestors, we invite you to wear African or Afrocentric attire to show your solidarity and pride. Enjoy light refreshments and be inspired by the power of community. No registration needed – just bring yourself and your beautiful attire!
Location: John P. “Top” Greene African American Cultural Center
Ages: All
Cost: Free
This event is hosted by the North Carolina Black Women Empowered 50+ Group.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday 2026
2026-01-19 | NC

John Chavis Memorial Park Presents King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
2026-01-19 12:00 - 15:00 | John Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
John Chavis Memorial Park presents King Day: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday, January 19, from noon to 3 p.m.
This special event will honor Dr. King’s legacy through meaningful service opportunities, engaging children’s activities, and community-centered experiences.
Join us as we reflect, connect, and celebrate the impact of Dr. King’s life and work. This event is free and open to all ages.
Location: John Chavis Memorial Park
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No registration is required

Outreach at Advance Community Health's Southeast Raleigh Careplex
2026-01-20 10:00 - 11:30 | Advance Community Health, 1011 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Jan. 20
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
1001 Rock Quarry Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610

Want to learn more about City services without the hassle of traveling downtown? Now you can! Raleigh’s Community Engagement Team is visiting neighborhoods across the city, bringing resources directly to residents. Residents will have the opportunity to:

Learn about projects impacting your community;
Sign up for activities and classes, including our FREE English Language programs;
Get assistance navigating our website and services; and,
Much more!

View Community Engagement event calendar

In-Person Water Billing Help Session
2026-01-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Five Points Center for Active Adults, 2000 Noble Road, Raleigh, NC, 27608, United States
Need help creating your new Raleigh Water Self-Service Portal account? We’re here to help!
Stop by anytime during event hours to get help from Raleigh Water staff.
Please bring:

your current Raleigh Water account number;
your zip code; and,
optional: a mobile device (phone or tablet or laptop).

Event Details
Tuesday, Jan. 20
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Five Points Center for Active Adults
2000 Noble Road
Raleigh, NC 27603

City Council Work Session
2026-01-20 11:30 - 12:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Watch Council Meeting Live Stream
View agendas
Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.

City Council Afternoon Session
2026-01-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 3621 & 3703 Page Road
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Duraleigh Road Community Library, 5800 Duraleigh Road
January 20, 2026
6 p.m.
Duraleigh Road Community Library, 5800 Duraleigh Road, Raleigh, NC 27612
3621 & 3703 Page Rd
Post-Submittal
RR TO IX-3
(Additional Information)
E
Chris Miller
Hunt

Arts Commission
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Arts Conference Room, 27 W HARGETT ST STE 302, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Meeting Details

View agenda and past meeting minutes on RaleighNC.gov. Links to the agendas and minutes for upcoming meetings will appear next to the meeting information listed on the page at the appropriate time.
For meetings prior to October 2025, view agenda and past meeting minutes on BoardDocs.
Leave a Public Comment Using VoicemailEmpty heading
Public comment voicemails are accepted between 5 p.m. Thursday and 5 p.m. Monday before an Arts Commission meeting. Public comment voicemails will be transcribed and become part of the public record. Comments will be posted to BoardDocs 30 minutes prior to the meeting. One comment per person per meeting is allowed.
To leave a public comment for the Arts Commission meeting, please follow these steps:

Call 855-925-2801 and enter code 6491
Record your comment. The time limit for public comments is three minutes.

Learn more about the Arts Commission

National Day of Racial Healing
2026-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Join the Raleigh Human Relations Commission for the annual National Day of Racial Healing Event!
When? Tuesday, Jan. 20 from 6-8 p.m.
Where? City of Raleigh Museum,
220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC 27601
Register on Eventbrite (TBD)
All ages are welcome! Childcare will be provided.
Launched in 2017, the National Day of Racial Healing is a national observance on the Tuesday after Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This event is an opportunity to bring ALL people together and inspire collective action to build common ground for a better world. This year’s event will feature a panel discussion, a collective mural painting, and free food and drink. Language support will be provided.
To learn more about the Raleigh Human Relations Commission, visit Human Relations Commission.

North CAC
2026-01-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614

Vote Local Informational Pop-Up Event
2026-01-21 14:00 - 15:30 | Advance Community Health, 1011 Rock Quarry Road, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Join Us at a Vote Local Pop-Up!
The City of Raleigh’s Community Engagement Department is hosting Vote Local: Our Community, Our City, Your Vote! pop-up events across the city. Stop by to learn about upcoming changes to local elections and connect with staff who are ready to answer your questions. Your voice matters—come out, get informed, and get vote-ready!

Wednesday, January 21
2 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Advance Community Health
1001 Rock Quarry Rd., Raleigh

Planning Commission Text Change Committee
2026-01-21 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States

District B: Election Changes Informational Session
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
The Community Engagement Department is offering District-based Informational Sessions to help residents understand the changes to the local election process. Staff will be available to share information, provide resources, and answer questions.

Come out, get informed, and get ready to vote!

Wednesday, January 21
6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Abbots Creek Community Center
9950 Durant Rd., Raleigh

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 1523 Crest Road
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Jaycee Park Community Center, 2405 Wade Avenue, Raleigh
January 21, 2026
6 p.m.
Jaycee Park, Community Center Club Room, 2405 Wade Ave, Raleigh, NC 27607
1523 Crest Rd
Post-Submittal
RX-3-SRPOD TO RX-7-UL-CU
(Additional Information)
D
Timberly Southerland
Marziano II

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 319 Heck Street
2026-01-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Tarboro Road Community Center
January 21, 2026
6 p.m.
Tarboro Road Community Center, Tarboro Road CC Meeting Room 2, 121 N. Tarboro Street, Raleigh, NC 27610
319 Heck St
Post-Submittal
R-10-NCOD TO RX-3-CU
(Additional Information)
C
Molly Stuart
Sheshbaradaran

Planning Commission Committee of the Whole
2026-01-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
