Community Conversation with Raleigh Police Department Advisory Board
2026-03-31 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Chavis Community Center, 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Raleigh, NC, United States
The Raleigh Police Advisory Board is hosting a community conversation event surrounding RPD and the usage of technology (drones, GPS tags, etc) within our community alongside a panel of defense attorney, prosecutor, and more to discuss how this technology impacts the City.
For additional information & to RSVP:
https://bit.ly/RPAD2026Community

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 523 S. West St. (Z-46-25)
2026-03-31 19:00 - 20:00 | Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Road, Raleigh, NC, 27603, United States
March 31, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Carolina Pines Community Center, 2305 Lake Wheeler Rd, Raleigh, NC 27603
523 S West St
Z-46-25
Post-Submittal
DX-5-UL TO DX-7-UL
(Additional Information)
D
Suzanne Prince
Burns

April Fools Day
2026-04-01 | NC

RHDC Research Committee
2026-04-01 08:30 - 10:00 | One Exchange Plaza, 1 Exchange Plaza, Raleigh, NY, 27601
Public Meeting – April 1, 2026

The Research Committee of the Raleigh Historic Development Commission will conduct a public meeting on Wednesday, April 1 at 8:30 a.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

B.

Public Comment

C.

Old Business

C.1

2026 Inquiry Letters for RHL

The Committee will review the Places Worthy of Preservation list and recently completed reports to send letters of interest. If the Committee agrees that the properties should be sent landmark inquiry letters, the letters will be prepared and signed at the next meeting.
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At the December 2025 Research Committee meeting, the Committee decided to review modernist properties. The Committee completed its review of modernist structures currently included on the list of Places Worthy of Preservation at their March 2026 meeting. A list of properties identified in the 2020 Leif Valand Historic Context report is attached, these properties have not yet been evaluated for inclusion on the list.

See the complete list of Properties Worthy of Preservation at raleighnc.gov, search term: ”landmarks”

D.

New Business

D.1

2026 Historic Bike Ride Script

The RHDC Community Awareness Committee has been planning the 2026 Historic Bike Ride for Preservation Month. The ride is scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd. Community Awareness has asked for Research’s help in developing a portion of the ride’s script.

E.

Other Business

F.

Adjournment

The Research Committee meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 8:30 a.m. in Conference Room 809, One Exchange Plaza building. Upcoming meeting agendas for the RHDC Research Committee can be found on our City Council, Boards and Commissions Agendas and Minutes page.

Outreach at North Regional Library
2026-04-01 10:00 - 11:30 | North Regional Library, 7009 Harps Mill Road, Raleigh, NC, 27615
April 1
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
7009 Harps Mill Rd, Raleigh, NC 27615

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

Raleigh Transit Authority Marketing Committee Meeting
2026-04-01 14:00 - 15:30 | Raleigh Union Station, 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC, 27601
This committee formulates an annual marketing program for Transit Authority approval and monitors program execution by staff.
For more information and to view the agenda, please visit Raleigh Transit Authority.

Raleigh Transit Authority Finance and Policy Committee Meeting
2026-04-01 15:30 - 17:00 | Raleigh Union Station, 510 West Martin Street, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC, 27601

Sustainability, Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee
2026-04-01 16:30 - 17:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The Sustainability Wildlife and Urban Trees Committee a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street, Conference Room 305 at 4:30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month.

Fred Fletcher Park Improvements Open House
2026-04-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Jaycee Park Community Center, 2405 Wade Avenue, Raleigh
Join us at our Open House for a presentation to learn about the upcoming improvements coming to Fred Fletcher Park.
Learn more about the Fred Fletcher Park Improvements Project.

Neighborhood Rezoning Meeting: 617 W. Jones St. & 117 Glenwood Avenue (Z-03-26)
2026-04-01 18:00 - 19:00 | 107 Glenwood Avenue, 107 Glenwood Avenue, 2nd floor, Raleigh
April 1, 2026
6:00 p.m.
107 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC
617 W Jones St & 117 Glenwood Ave
Z-03-26
Post-Submittal
OX-3-DE w/NCOD & DX-20-SH-CU TO DX-20-SH
(Additional Information)
C
Molly Stuart
Marziano II

Stormwater Management Advisory Commission
2026-04-02 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.

Design Review Commission
2026-04-02 16:30 - 18:30 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
Public Meeting – April 2, 2026

The City of Raleigh Design Review Commission will conduct a public meeting on Thursday, April 2 at 4:30 p.m. at the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 West Hargett Street in Conference Room 305.

For more information about the meeting, please contact Kasey Evans or visit the Design Review Commission webpage.

A.

Call to Order

B.

Approval of Minutes

Review and approval of the March 5, 2026 Design Review Commission meeting minutes.

C.

Other Business

C.1

Design Impact Grant Review

C.2

Sir Walter Raleigh Awards

C.3

Report of the Commission’s Attorney

C.4

Report of the Chair and/or Vice Chair

D.

Adjournment

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 pag

Parks Committee
2026-04-02 18:00 - 19:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
The committee is responsible for the study of issues related to park facilities, features, developments, and modifications. The committee prepares recommendations and proposals for the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board based on in-depth review and study of park-related issues and concerns.
The Parks Committee a standing committee of the Parks, Recreation and Greenway Advisory Board will meet in the Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett Street, Conference Room 303 at 6:00 pm.

Good Friday 2026
2026-04-03 | NC

Breakfast with the Bunny and Egg Hunt
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Biltmore Hills Park, 2615 Fitzgerald Drive, Raleigh, NC, 27610
Join us for our 2nd Annual Breakfast with the Bunny, followed by our Egg-straordinary Egg Hunt!
You will even have the opportunity to take a picture with the Biltmore Bunny. Breakfast is at 10 a.m., and the Egg Hunt will start at 11 a.m. This event is both indoor and outdoor.
Breakfast with the Bunny Details
Time: 10 a.m.
Ages: All
Cost: $5 per person
Register on RecLink
Egg Hunt Details
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Ages: All
Cost: Free
Pre-registration is not required

Roberts Park Spring Celebration!
2026-04-04 11:00 - 15:00 | Roberts Park, 1300 East Martin Street, Raleigh, NC, 27610, United States
Hop into Spring with Us!
Join us at Roberts Park for our annual Spring Celebration! Bring the whole family and enjoy an egg-citing day filled with music, snacks, crafts, games, community resources, and an egg hunt. Don’t miss your chance to meet Ms. Bunny and snap some sweet photos!
Egg Hunt Start Times

Noon (Ages 1 – 3)
1 p.m. (Ages 4 – 6)
2 p.m. (Ages 7 – 12)

Ages: 1 -12
Cost: Free
Register on RecLink

Advice About Your Device Drop-In Hours
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00 | Raleigh Pathways Center, 900 S. Wilmington Street
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. 4
1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Raleigh Pathways Center; 900 S. Wilmington St.

Learn more about the Raleigh Digital Impact programs.

HAPPY EASTER
2026-04-05 | NC

City Council Pre-Budget Work Session
2026-04-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Raleigh Municipal Building, 222 W. Hargett St., Raleigh, NC, 27601, United States
https://pub-raleighnc.escribemeetings.com/Meeting.aspx?Id=377bbdf4-30ef-4cdb-b198-c2546684c77a&Agenda=Agenda&lang=English
The Raleigh City Council will meet for a budget work session.

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.

Tuesdays in the Square
2026-04-07 11:00 - 13:00 | 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
