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Written by Katie Dombrowski

Category: Development Services

Created: 22 January 2019

New turnaround times for all development processes will go into effect as of February 1, 2019. This update is a result of additional review requirements and limited staff resources as we test new permitting software. We apologize for any inconvenience—these changes will ultimately bring an improved customer experience to the permitting and inspection process once implemented.

We hope to revisit the turnaround times in the near future, as we are always looking to improve our development processes.

Click here for breakdown of the new turnaround times.

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Written by Katie Dombrowski

Category: Development Services

Created: 21 December 2018

We wanted to remind you of the following changes that take place as of January 1, 2019:

Building Code Summary:

-We accept the 2018 NC State Building Code Summary
× We reject the City of Raleigh Building Code Summary
× We reject the 2012 NC State Building Code Summary

Note: Designers must use the 2018 Building Codes with the 2018 Building Code Summary.

Typical Townhome Projects:

All current Typical Townhome plans will no longer be valid. New plans will need to be resubmitted and recorded under the 2018 NC Residential Building Code.

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Written by Katie Dombrowski

Category: Development Services

Created: 20 December 2018

The Raleigh Street Design Manual serves as a design guide for the City's streets, sidewalks, and pedestrian facilities. We are working to update this manual and would like to get feedback from residents. 

A draft of the manual is currently available for public review until January 14, 2019. You can download a copy of the draft here. 

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Specific questions about the manual? Contact:
Rene Haagen: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. | 919-996-2483
Daniel King: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.  | 919-996-2408

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Written by Katie Dombrowski

Category: Development Services

Created: 19 December 2018

Coming in 2019! Projects involving accessory structures and infill development will have a change in process. These changes are due to recently approved text changes. A text change is a proposal to modify an adopted ordinance. 

TC-2-18 | Accessory Buildings 

Starting on January 1, 2019 submittal requirements will increase for accessory structures:

• Intake staff will need to see documentation for wall height, elevations, and percentage of yard the structure occupies.
• Regulations for placement have also changed.

We will be updating our checklist as soon as possible. Before you submit, please reach out to staff for more information on the new requirements.

TC-3-18 | Infill Notice

Starting on February 4, 2019 projects that involve infill development will be required to notify anyone living within 100 feet of the property. This applies to:

• New single-family homes;
• Additions, and;
• Accessory structures (seven feet or more in height) for single-family homes.

More information regarding the infill notice change will be available soon.

TC-7-17 | Residential Infill Compatibility Setbacks

To protect the integrity of existing residential developments, the rules for determining setbacks for new and redevelopment of residential lots are changing. As a result of this text change new processes will be in place by April 2019.

For questions or concerns about any of these text changes, please contact: Justin Rametta, Current Planning Manager at 919-996-2665.

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Written by Katie Dombrowski

Category: Development Services

Created: 13 December 2018

As of January 1, 2019, all current Typical Townhome plans will no longer be valid. New plans will need to be resubmitted and recorded under the 2018 NC Residential Building Code.

Questions? We're here to help! Call the Development Services Customer Service Center at 919-996-2495 or email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. 

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Written by Katie Dombrowski

Category: Development Services

Created: 09 October 2018

Beginning this week, developers who incorporate Green Stormwater Infrastructure (GSI) and energy efficient practices into their building or site plans can take advantage of the Green Raleigh Review process. Benefits include:

• An assigned City plan reviewer to help direct plans through the process;
• Feedback and support from an assigned Green Team (staff from Stormwater, Transportation, Urban Forestry, Public Utilities, and Development Services); and,
• Reimbursement for Sketch Plan and Express Review fees.

To qualify for benefits associated with site plan review:

1. Site plans must include GSI practices that capture and absorb stormwater runoff;
2. Calculations are provided showing that the volume of stormwater runoff leaving the site after development will be no more than the volume of runoff before development (for a specified storm event).

To qualify for benefits associated with building plans:

1. Site plans must qualify;
2. Building plans incorporate green building energy practices such as geothermal systems, photovoltaic panels, and/or solar thermal panels.

Click here for more information on how you can make your development project more environmentally friendly through Green Raleigh Review.