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Affordable housing construction can be complex. The City of Raleigh is committed to assisting with the construction of affordable units as fast as possible. The Special Projects team provides exceptional customer service to ensure that permits are issued timely to clients. The Special Projects team members, like me, Steve Ma, are responsible for:
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Working with cross-functional teams to unite design, development, policy, finance, and legal experts for a solutions-focused approach.
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Providing technical assistance through review committees to streamline affordable housing project permits.
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Providing outreach to share common challenges and successes to affordable housing projects.
Collaboration with stakeholders is a priority to achieve housing affordability goals. We look forward to working with you to help build our shared vision of Raleigh.
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You’re welcome to reach out to me with questions at steve.ma@raleighnc.gov. I look forward to hearing from you.
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 Successful Plan Submittal Tips
To avoid potential delays in the commercial permitting process check out the plan submittal tips.
 Performance Dashboards
Find submission guidelines, review timelines, and more for streamlining the process.
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 New Web-based UDO
A new, easier way to navigate the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) is launching very soon.
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 Development Stakeholders Quarterly Meeting
Join us for the next meeting on Thurs., April 10, at 9 a.m. at 2550 Operations Way. The meeting agenda will be coming soon.
 Rooted and Growing: Neighborhood Change
Be part of the conversation on neighborhood change April 15 and 22 from 6 to 8 p.m. Help shape the future of Raleigh’s neighborhoods.
 Nominate a Tree of the Year
Submit your nomination for the 2025 Tree of the from April 2-16. The winning tree will be announced at the Earth Day celebration at Dix Park on April 25.
 Sustain-a-City: Infrastructure and Services
Sustainability means meeting today’s infrastructure needs without harming future generations. Save the date to come share your ideas May 27 and June 3.
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 Call for Nominations
The Sir Walter Raleigh Awards Call for Nominations opens Sun., April 14. Recognize projects and individuals that have contributed excellent design to our city.
 2025 Earth Day Celebration
Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day on Fri., April 25. The City of Raleigh, in partnership with We Plant it Forward, will be at Dix Park with activities for the whole family!
 Raising Awareness About Building Safety
Building safety impacts every part of our lives. Learn the basics of building safety and how building codes protect our spaces.
 City Hall Project Updates
A westbound lane on Hargett St. between McDowell and Dawson Streets will be closed for crane operations and installing pre-cast panels for the new building.
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Text Change Updates
City Council on April 1
Planning Commission on April 8
About SB 382 / Session Law 2024-57
On Dec. 11, 2024, the North Carolina General Assembly passed Session Law 2024-57 (originally called SB 382). The legislation includes revisions to North Carolina General Statute 160D-Local Planning and Development Regulation that impact local government authority. These revisions impact the City of Raleigh’s Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) amendments going back to June 14, 2024, that pertain to nonconformities in non-residential zoning districts and downzoning.
Planning and Development is evaluating these changes and will identify any possible changes to the UDO as soon as possible. In the meantime, if you have questions regarding the changes, contact the Planning and Development Customer Service Center through the Customer Request Form or at 919-996-2500.
Get Social With Us
The purpose of this newsletter is to provide timely and relevant information. If there is information you’d like to see included, please provide us with feedback at plandevcomms@raleighnc.gov.
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