Livable Raleigh

Family Fun Day Squirrels!
2026-04-11 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Get ready to get squirrely!
Come to the City of Raleigh museum and celebrate all things related to our favorite woodland creature. Make squirrel headbands, search for acorns, and even take a picture with our very own mascot, Sammy the Squirrel!
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No Registration Required

A Walk with Poetry
2026-04-11 12:00 - 17:00 | Shelley Lake, 1400 W. Millbrook Rd., Raleigh, NC, 27614, United States
Slow down, reflect, and reconnect through spoken word poetry in a natural outdoor setting!
As part of SEEK Raleigh, Artist Kiana Renee has created an immersive, community-centered arts experience in celebration of National Poetry Month. A Walk with Poetry is designed to highlight and uplift Raleigh’s vibrant poetry community. Encounter live poetry performances at designated stops along Shelley Lake and listen to featured performers in the Pecan Grove (located near the trail entrance).
The program culminates in a powerful headlining performance by award-winning poet, playwright, cultural organizer, performing artist, and scholar, Dasan Ahanu

Barwell Road Community Garden Open House
2026-04-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Barwell Rd Park, 5857 Barwell Park Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Hey neighbors! Explore our community garden and see all the sunny spots where your future plants could grow.
Take a stroll, check out the plots, and even pre-select your favorite bed before our official garden rental system launches. Bring your curiosity, maybe your green thumb and let’s get ready to grow together!
Details
Location: Barwell Road Park – The Community Garden is located to the left of the entrance sign
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No registration is required. Parking is available at the garden and near the playground.

Historic Oakwood Neighborhood Trolley Tour
2026-04-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Mordecai Historic Park, 1 Mimosa St, Raleigh, NC, 27604
Step into one of Raleigh’s most distinguished historic districts with a guided trolley tour through Oakwood, home to an exceptional collection of Victorian-era architecture.
Explore landmark residences and learn about the influential families and visionary builders who shaped this enduring community. This hour-long tour invites people of all ages to explore, learn, and connect with the city’s rich past.
Location: Mordecai Historic Park
Times: 1 p.m., 2 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $12

Board of Adjustment
2026-04-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Public Meeting – April 13, 2026

The City of Raleigh Board of Adjustment will conduct a public meeting on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 1 p.m. in the City Council Chamber at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street.
For more information, please contact Justin Rametta or visit the Board of Adjustmentwebpage.

A.

Call to Order

B.

Old Business

B.1

DRAFT: BOA-0039-2025: 6809 Sandy Forks Road

Whereas Karen Pirozzi and David Guistina, property owners, request a 78’ variance from UDO Section 2.6.3.H.1 to allow an accessory dwelling unit to be placed 78’ in front of the front wall of the house on a .46-acre property zoned Residential-4 and located at 6809 Sandy Forks Road.
This case is DEFERRED/PENDING: Not to be discussed at this meeting.

B.2

DRAFT: BOA-0002-2026: 2716 Townedge Court

Whereas, John C. Griffin, III, property owner, requests a 6-foot lot width variance from UDO Section 2.2.1.A.2 to allow a 2-lot subdivision where the northern lot fronting Blue Ridge Road will be only 59 feet wide instead of 65’ as required. This request is for an existing .58-acre property zoned R-4 and located at 2716 Townedge Court.

C.

New Business

C.1

DRAFT: BOA-0020-2026: 1623 Canterbury Road

Whereas the City of Raleigh requests that the Chairperson declare withdrawn for mootness and failure to prosecute the March 24, 2022 appeal of administrative decision application filed by William Pollock, Margaret Pollock, Timothy Flynn and Gina Flynn in order to appeal the issuance of building permit number BLDR-005287-2022 for a single family dwelling located 1623 Canterbury Road (the “Appeal”).

C.2

DRAFT: BOA-0021-2026: 3513 Garner Road

Whereas, 3513 Garner, LLC appeals a determination concerning street dedication for the 27.33-acre parcel, zoned Residential-10 Conditional Use, located at 3513 Garner Road.

C.3

DRAFT: BOA-0010-2026: 3313 Dogwood Drive

Whereas, Angelica Medina, property owner, requests a 2.6’ variance from the required 5-foot side yard setback set forth in UDO Sec. 6.7.2.F3 and a variance of 381 square feet from the maximum floor area allowance for accessory structures set forth in UDO Section 6.7.2.E. in order to allow an existing shed to remain at 2.4’ from the side property line and for a total of 1381 square feet of accessory structures to remain on a .26-acre property zoned R-6 and located at 3313 Dogwood Drive.

C.4

DRAFT: BOA-0011-2026: 701 Edmund Street

Whereas, Ryan and Sarah Reid request a 5’ variance from the 10’ side street setback as set forth in UDO Section 2.2.1.B.2 to reduce the setback along Willow Street in association with the construction of a new detached house on a .21-acre property zoned R-10 and NCOD (Oakwood Park) and located at 701 Edmund Street.

C.5

DRAFT: BOA-0013-2026: 7000 Lone Oak Place

Whereas, David Ultis, property owner requests a 14’ variance from the 30’ rear yard setback as set forth in UDO Section 2.2.1.B.4 to reduce the setback along the northern property line in association with the construction of a new detached house on a .65-acre property zoned R-4 and located at 7000 Lone Oak Place.

C.6

DRAFT: BOA-0014-2026: 935 Vance Street

Whereas, Robert T. Bostrom, as trustee of the Robert T. Bostrom Revocable Trust, property owner, requests a 25′ variance to reduce the rear yard setback set forth in UDO Sections 1.5.4.D.2.a and 2.2.1.B.4 from 30′ to 5′ to accommodate the installation of a generator associated with an existing detached house on a 0.28-acre property zoned R-4 and located at 935 Vance Street.

D.

Report of the Board’s Attorney

E.

Approval of Minutes

F.

Adjournment

Current and past Board of Adjustment meeting dates, times, locations, agendas, and minutes may be viewed on the City Council, Boards and Commissions: Agendas and Minutes webpage.
The Board typically meets on the second Monday of each month at 9 a.m. or 1 p.m. To watch past meetings, visit our video services page.

Greenway Committee
2026-04-13 16:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Greenways Committee, a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board, will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building Conference Room 303 every second Monday at 4 p.m.

Reflecting Raleigh Technical Team - Infrastructure and Services
2026-04-13 16:00 - 18:00 | One Exchange Plaza, 1 Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NY, 27601
Technical Teams are topic-based teams of subject-matter experts who meet to provide guidance and develop policy recommendations for the City’s Next Comprehensive Plan. Five teams will be organized by key topics included in the next plan:

Land Use
Transportation
Housing and Neighborhoods
Natural Resources
Infrastructure and Services

Each Technical Team will include:

City staff
Representatives from City boards and commissions
Technical experts from the Raleigh community

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 7008 Perry Creek Rd.
2026-04-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Abbotts Creek Community Center, 9950 Durant Rd, Raleigh, NC, 27614
April 13, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Abbotts Creek Community Center, Raleigh, NC 27614
7008 Perry Creek Rd
Pre-Submittal
R-4 TO NX-3
(Additional Information)
B
Jollof & Company LLC
Hunt

Planning Commission
2026-04-14 09:00 - 11:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Commission typically meets on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 9 a.m. The meetings are held at the Raleigh Municipal Building (RMB), located at 222 West Hargett Street. Upcoming meeting agendas for the Planning Commission can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page. Planning Commission public meetings are broadcast live on RTN 11 and our live streaming webpage. The Planning Commission subcommittee meetings are not broadcast live. To watch past meetings, visit our video services page.

City Council Work Session
2026-04-14 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Watch Council Meeting Live Stream
Meeting agendas are posted the Thursday before the scheduled meeting.
Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.

Share Your Voice in the Biltmore Hills Master Plan Update
2026-04-14 16:00 - 18:00 | NC
Raleigh Parks invites the community to upcoming engagement opportunities for the Biltmore Hills Park Master Plan Update, a planning effort to guide future improvements to the park and ensure it reflects community priorities.
Learn more about the Master Plan Update Meeting

Associated News & Alerts

Share Your Voice in the Biltmore Hills Master Plan Update

East Lane Street Public Meeting
2026-04-14 17:00 - 18:30 | Tarboro Road Community Center
We are hosting a public meeting to share information about the East Lane Drainage Improvements project. We are planning stormwater improvements on East Lane Street and would like your feedback on design and construction for this drainage project.
When: Tuesday, April 14, 5-6:30 p.m.
Where: Tarboro Road Community Center (121 North Tarboro Street)

Background
We are finding a long-term solution for the neighborhood near East Lane Street that would reduce flooding and improve stormwater conditions. We will install new stormwater pipes and drains in the city right-of-way on East Lane Street and towards Linden Avenue to improve drainage.

Arts Commission Executive Committee
2026-04-14 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Meeting
Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. unless listed otherwise on the calendar.
For more information about how to join the meeting, please contact Raleigh Arts at 919-996-3610.

South CAC
2026-04-14 19:00 - 20:30 | Biltmore Hills Park, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610

City Council Public Comment
2026-04-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Watch Council Meeting Live Stream
Meeting agendas are posted the Thursday before the scheduled meeting.
Visit our City Council page to find your council member and other council services.
If you wish to speak in front of City Council, you must sign up in advance to speak. Read more about these public comment sessions and how to sign up.

Planting Power Exhibition Closing Reception
2026-04-15 10:00 - 11:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Enjoy free coffee and pastries & remember 100 years of the Raleigh Garden Club and the many contributions they have made to the City’s natural landscape!
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Reflecting Raleigh Technical Team - Land Use
2026-04-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States

Planning Commission Text Change Committee
2026-04-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Text Change Committee is a subcommittee where changes to the zoning code, known as the Unified Development Ordinance, are discussed. This subcommittee reviews the language of any potential code change.
The committee typically meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 4 p.m. The meetings are held at the Raleigh Municipal Building in Room 305. Upcoming meeting agendas for the Text Change Committee can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page.

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 5507 & 5511 Hillsborough Street and 0 and 5508 Western Boulevard
2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Method Road Community Center, 514 Method Road, Raleigh, NC, United States
April 15, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Method Community Center- Pioneer Building Large Room, 514 Method Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607
5507 & 5511 Hillsborough Street and 0 and 5508 Western Boulevard
Pre-Submittal
(IX-3-PL w/TOD & SRPOD) & (R-10 w/TOD & SRPOD) TO RX-3
(Additional Information)
D
City of Raleigh Initiated
North

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 2905 Hodge Road
2026-04-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Barwell Road Community Center, 5857 Barwell Park Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27610, United States
April 15, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Barwell Road Community Center, Small Classroom 1, 5857 Barwell Park Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610
2905 Hodge Road
Pre-Submittal
R-30 TO R-10
(Additional Information)
C
Molly Stuart
Marziano II

Raleigh Commission for Persons with Disabilities Meeting
2026-04-16 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: Thursday, April 16
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.

Community Engagement Attending "Still We Speak"
2026-04-16 16:00 - 18:00 | NC Freedom Park, 218 N. Wilmington St., Raleigh, NC, 27601
Community Engagement staff will be attending the “Still We Speak” event. Students from Middle Creek High School’s African American Literature and Teaching as a Profession classes have partnered with The African American Heritage Commission and the NC Department of Natural & Cultural Resources to “teach” NC Freedom Park to our community, specifically elders in our community. Students will present research and creative interpretations on the 20 voices of Black North Carolinians featured at the park. The event will run from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 16th. Please email Matt Scialdone at mscialdone@wcpss.net if you have questions about the event.
View Community Engagement event calendar.

Design Review Commission
2026-04-16 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.

Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board
2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board (PRGAB) will meet in-person in the Raleigh Council Chambers, 222 W. Hargett Street at 6:00 p.m.
The Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Greenway Advisory Board meetings are open to the public.
This meeting will be streamed for public viewing – watch meeting.
The PRGAB meets on the third Thursday of each month.

Powell Drive Community Day
2026-04-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Powell Drive Park, 740 Powell Drive, 27606
Join us for our inaugural Powell Drive Community Day!
Friday night, we will host a meet-and-greet with refreshments. Swing by and meet Director Denise Hill and Assistant Director Jason Rodri and pick their brains about programs YOU want to see at Powell Drive.
On Saturday, we will be going all out with inflatables, music, food trucks, a free-throw contest, and more! We will also have many City of Raleigh program area representatives with exciting opportunities to share.
Stop on by for great family fun and enjoy all that the City has to offer!
Details
Cost: Free
Ages: All
Share your feedback about Powell Drive Park!

District D Neighborhood Alliance (DDNA) meeting
2026-04-18 09:30 - 11:30 | Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center, 5611 Jaguar Park Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27606, United States
Our next District D Neighborhood Alliance meeting will be on Saturday, April 18 at 9:30 am at the Crowder Center (5611 Jaguar Park Dr). Share what’s on your mind and get to know your neighbors.

Community Engagement Attending Powell Drive Community Event
2026-04-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Powell Drive Park, 740 Powell Drive, 27606
This event is for the Powell Drive Community to come out and become acclimated with Powell Drive Park. We will be having inflatables, food vendors, informational tables, carnival games and more. This event also provides an opportunity for the community to let us know what kinds of programs they would like for us to put on at Powell Drive Park.
Date: April 18, 2026
Time: 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Powell Drive Park, 740 Powell Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606

Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours
2026-04-18 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, Apr. 18
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Green Road Community Center; 4201 Green Rd.

Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.

Outreach at Pay-What-You-Can Food Truck Rodeo
2026-04-19 11:00 - 14:00 | A Place At the Table, 300 West Hargett Street, Raleigh
Date: April 19
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: 300 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601
The Community Engagement Department will be sharing resources at A Place at the Table’s pay-what-you-can food truck rodeo. A variety of food trucks are set up for the community to enjoy as well as community partners sharing information/offering fun for the kids!
View Community Engagement event calendar
