Livable Raleigh

Tuesdays in the Square
2026-04-07 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Nash Square, 200 S McDowell St, Raleigh, 27601, United States
Join Raleigh Parks at Nash Square!
A pop-up series to explore the Nash Square Public Realm Plan on the first and third Tuesdays of March and April.
Staff will be available from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., with 15-minute tours focusing on the week’s theme at 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to share their experiences. See you at Nash Square!
Upcoming Dates:

April 7: New City Hall
April 21: Transportation and Connectivity

Details
Location: Nash Square
Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., tours at 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
No registration is required

City Council Afternoon Session
2026-04-07 13:00 - 15:00 | 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.

https://pub-raleighnc.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=d7d07290-206f-4228-bc29-375d254c2913&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English

RHDC Community Awareness Committee
2026-04-07 16:00 - 17:30 | One Exchange Plaza, 1 Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NY, 27601
Public Meeting – April 7, 2026

The Community Awareness Committee of the Raleigh Historic Development Commissionwill conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, April 7 at 4 p.m. in conference room 809 of One Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NC 27601.
For questions about the meeting, please contact historicpreservation@raleighnc.gov.

A.

Call to Order

The previous meeting notes are attached.

B.

Public Comment

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

C.

Old Business

C.1

Historic Bike Ride

The committee will continue planning for the 2026 Raleigh Historic Bike Ride on May 2nd.

D.

New Business

D.1

RHDC Social Media

The Committee will review public engagement from the previous month to determine if additional action or attention is needed. Commissioners will select planned social media topics for the upcoming month and prepare posts.

E.

Other Business

F.

Adjournment

The Community Awareness Committee meets on the first Tuesday of the month at 4 p.m. at One Exchange Plaza, conference room 809. Upcoming meeting agendas for the RHDC Community Awareness Committee can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page.

City Council Evening Session
2026-04-07 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.

Raleigh Historic Development Commission
2026-04-08 08:30 - 10:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Public Meeting – April 8, 2026
The Raleigh Historic Development Commission will conduct a public meeting on Wednesday, April 8 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 March 11, 2026 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

Demolition By Neglect Status Update: 304 E Jones St

Staff Contact: Collette Kinane, Senior Preservation Planner

The property at 304 E Jones St in the Oakwood Historic Overlay District was discussed by RHDC at the July 9, 2025 meeting after being identified as possibly undergoing demolition by neglect by a resident during public comment at the June 11, 2025 meeting. The property owners were sent an advice letter in August 2025. The 6 month period ended in February 2026.
Staff conducted a site visit on March 9, 2026. Repairs to the property are being made and the most substantial areas of deterioration have already been addressed.

Recommended Action: Receive as information.

D.2

Demolition By Neglect Status Update: 508 Cutler St

Staff Contact: Collette Kinane, Senior Preservation Planner

The property at 508 Cutler St in the Boylan Heights Historic Overlay District was discussed by RHDC at the August 13, 2025 meeting after being identified as possibly undergoing demolition by neglect by a resident during public comment at the July 9, 2025 meeting. The property owners were sent an advice letter in August 2025. The 6 month period ended in February 2026.
Staff conducted a site visit on March 9, 2026. It does not appear that any repairs to the property have been made. Per the Demo by Neglect Procedure (attached), RHDC may conduct an investigation to determine if the property is undergoing demolition by neglect and refer the case to Housing & Neighborhoods.

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

E.

New Business

E.1

Design Guidelines for Raleigh Historic Districts and Landmarks

Staff Contact: Tania Tully, Historic Preservation Supervisor

In advance of the upcoming Historic Design Standards update project, staff will lead a guided discussion of the current design standards used to review Certificates of Appropriateness. Staff will provide an overview of the current Design Guidelines for Raleigh Historic Districts and Landmarks, their use, and the structure of the new design standards.

This will be a monthly item through July. April’s discussion will be on Sections 1.3 Site Features and Plantings, 1.4 Fences and Walls, 1.5 Walkways, Driveways, and Off-street Parking, 1.7 Lighting, 1.8. and Signage.

Recommended Action: Provide feedback that staff will share with the consultant.

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
2026-04-08 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.

Reflecting Raleigh Technical Team - Transportation
2026-04-08 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: 2810 Blue Ridge road & 4220, 4401 Lake Boone Trail (Z-48-25)
2026-04-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Rex Hospital NC Heart & Vascular Hospital Building, 2800 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh
April 8, 2026
6:00 p.m.
North Carolina Heart and Vascular Hospital Building, located at 2800 Blue Ridge Road, Raleigh, NC 27607
2810 Blue Ridge Rd & 4220, 4401 Lake Boone Trl
Z-48-25
Post Submittal
OX-12-UL TO CMP
(Additional Information)
E
Jamie Schwedler
Hunt

Councilor Jones District E Monthly Community Meeting
2026-04-08 18:00 - 20:00 | La Cucina Italiana, 6552 Glenwood Avenue

Development Stakeholders Quarterly Meeting
2026-04-09 09:00 - 10:30 | All Faith’s Chapel at Dix Park, 1030 Richardson Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27603
Development Stakeholders Meeting – April 9
Want to connect with City staff about development, permitting, or text changes?
Be a part of the next Quarterly Development Stakeholder Meeting—an in-person gathering where design professionals and community members can hear updates and discuss development in Raleigh.
No RSVP is required, but sign up to let us know you’re coming and add the event to your calendar.
When: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Where: Greg Poole, Jr. All Faiths Chapel
Address: 1030 Richardson Dr, Raleigh, NC 27603
More details available on the Development Stakeholders Quarterly Meeting webpage.
We encourage you to use the Review Staff Directory in the event you have questions or call 919-996-2500 or submit an Ask Raleigh request. We value your feedback and look forward to your participation at our upcoming meetings.
We hope to see you there!

Lunchbox Lecture with Julia Einstein
2026-04-09 12:00 - 13:00 | City of Raleigh Museum, 220 Fayetteville St, Raleigh, NC, 27601
Enjoy the closing days of our “Planting Power 100 Years of the Raleigh Garden Club” exhibit with a visit from Julia Einstein!
A local painter known for delving into the study of floral history to fill her garden and studio with inspiration. Julia will walk us through the growing season as inspiration for her large flower icon paintings!

Details
Location: City of Raleigh Museum
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Stormwater Management Advisory Commission
2026-04-09 15:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Transportation Field Services Building, 2550 Operations Way, Raleigh, 27604
The registration link and agenda will be available a week before the meeting date. If you subscribe to this meeting series, you will receive the registration link and updates such as news and workshops.
This commission meets the first Thursday of every month. Members discuss various stormwater needs and issues. Then, provides recommendations to staff and reports to Raleigh City Council.
If you would like to speak at this meeting during public comment, please email us.

Raleigh Transit Authority
2026-04-09 15:30 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
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.

Human Relations Commission Meeting
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Human Relations Commission works to promote human dignity, equal opportunity and harmony among Raleigh residents. View the meeting agenda on Boarddocs.
Date: Thursday, April 9
Time: 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Location: Raleigh Pathways Center
900 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
For more information, visit Human Relations Commission.

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 2245 Garner Road (Z-50-24)
2026-04-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Biltmore Hills Park, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
April 9, 2026
6:30 p.m.
Biltmore Hills Community Center, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610
2245 Garner Rd
Z-50-24
Post-Submittal
R-10 TO CX-5-CU
(Additional Information)
C
Jenn Truman
Falkenstein

Coffee and Conversations – Earth Day
2026-04-10 09:00 - 10:00 | A Place At the Table, 300 West Hargett Street, Raleigh
Join the Community Engagement Department and A Place at the Table for our monthly “Coffee and Conversations.” This event is meant to be friendly and welcoming, with open conversations about important topics. There won’t be a set agenda—just a chance to listen, share, and learn from each other. We hope to see you there!
Friday, April 10
9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
A Place at the Table
300 W Hargett St Unit 50, Raleigh, NC

After the Conversation - Outreach at A Place at the Table
2026-04-10 09:30 - 11:00 | A Place At the Table, 300 West Hargett Street, Raleigh
April 10
9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
300 W Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601

Join Community Engagement staff after Coffee and Conversations as they share resources from the Community Engagement vehicle. 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

Police Advisory Board Retreat
2026-04-10 16:00 - 19:30 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
The Police Advisory Board serves as a liaison between the Raleigh community and City Council. The board will help build trust and relationships between the Raleigh Police Department and the community.
Retreat Location
Raleigh Pathways Center, Conference Room 200
900 S. Wilmington Street
Raleigh, NC 27601
Community members can stream the retreat: Register to stream

Councilor Jones Monthly Book Club Meeting
2026-04-11 09:30 - 11:30 | New World Cafe

Beyond The Book: Children’s Book & Art Festival
2026-04-11 10:00 - 14:00 | Fred Fletcher Park, 820 Clay St, Raleigh, NC, 27605
Beyond The Book Children’s Book & Art Festival is a free outdoor family celebration of community, creativity, and storytelling.
Discover interactive performances, collaborative art installations, creative crafts, talented vendors, artisan food, and inspiring entertainment. Join us for a day immersed in stories that will spark your imagination, and don’t forget to dress as your favorite book character!
Beyond The Book Children’s Book & Art Festival is open to all with books & activities designed for all ages.
Chapter 5 theme to be announced soon!
Location: Fred Fletcher Park
Age: All
Cost: Free

Method Community Park Improvements Update
2026-04-11 10:30 - 11:30 | Method Park, 514 method rd, Raleigh, NC, 27607
Join us for an update on the Method Community Park Improvements Bond Project.
This update will provide the community with the latest renderings, the current project schedule, and other related updates.
Learn more about the Method Community Park Improvements.
Ages: All
Cost: Free

Family Fun Day Squirrels!
2026-04-11 11:00 - 14:00 | 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

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.
