417 & 419 Raleigh Street Rezoning

Asked the board to deny the rezoning request for 417 and 419 Raleigh Street and work with the community on a strategic overlay plan to protect historic neighborhoods.

Highlighted long-term homeowner investments in the historic neighborhood and asked the board to deny the rezoning and establish a framework for thoughtful infill.

Analyzed Town Center Residential standards, noting dramatic reductions in setbacks and lot widths that conflict with the 2040 Land Use Plan.

Argued as a general contractor that existing lots can accommodate two homes without subdividing into three and relying on reduced TCR setbacks.

Shared examples of North Carolina towns like Apex and Chapel Hill that use neighborhood conservation overlay districts to manage infill.

Proposed forming a stakeholder advisory committee with residents and staff to review TCR standards and provide early feedback on infill proposals.

Voiced opposition due to close proximity to property lines, loss of privacy, and building height next to her home.

Discussed the historic fringe neighborhood, high floor-area-to-lot ratios, and the importance of tree canopy preservation.

Questioned the affordability of missing middle housing and asked for better aesthetic considerations and relief from unsolicited real estate calls.

Highlighted increased stormwater runoff from concrete coverage and potential traffic safety hazards on Raleigh Street.

Asked the board to reconsider 10-foot setbacks and ensure new homes fit the neighborhood feel.

Expressed concern over 10-foot front setbacks being out of character for the neighborhood and potential parking spillover on Raleigh Street.

Raised concerns about garage usage, parking spillover onto narrow Raleigh Street, and cumulative stormwater impacts.