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Applicant-Sponsored Neighborhood MeetingsYATES ROAD ANNEXATION AND REZONING – May 19, 2021Morningstar Law Group, on behalf of the developer, is conducting a virtual neighborhood meeting on May 19, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the potential annexation and rezoning of 19 parcels located north of Yates Road between Highway 70 and Mineral Springs Road and containing approximately 116 acres. Currently, the bulk of the Property is zoned Residential Suburban 20 (RS-20) and is within District B of the Falls/Jordan Watershed Protection Overlay (F/J-B). A small portion of the Property also is zoned Planned Development Residential with a density of 6.038 dwelling units per acre (PDR-6.038). The developer is considering rezoning the Property to Planned Development Residential with a density no more than 5.0 dwelling units per acre (PDR-5.000). The overlay district would remain the same. The rezoning will facilitate the development of a residential community with approximately 400 homes, both single-family and townhomes. How to Participate in the May 19, 2021, Neighborhood MeetingClick on the link through your phone, laptop, or iPad: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_W8FPBZo5TQiCuZZ8-OvxKQ Meeting ID: 991 3596 7983 Passcode: 596729 To participate via phone: Call: +1 312 626 6799 (standard charges may apply) Meeting ID: 991 3596 7983 Passcode: 596729024463 If you have difficulty connecting or have technical difficulties during the meeting, please do not hesitate to contact Nil Gosh by email at [email protected] or by phone at (919) 590-0362. DEARBORN DRIVE REZONING – May 20, 2021Morningstar Law Group, on behalf of the developer, is conducting a virtual neighborhood meeting on May 20, 2021, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the potential rezoning of property located in the southeast quadrant of the intersection of Dearborn Drive and Old Oxford Road (Durham County Parcel Identification Numbers 171958, 210994, & 171959). The property is currently zoned Residential Urban 5 (RU-5) and is within District B of the Falls/Jordan Watershed Protection Overlay (F/J-B). The developer is considering rezoning the Property to Planned Development Residential with a density of no more than 20 dwelling units per acre and which also will allow for a civic space of no more than 5,000 sf (PDR-20.000). The overlay district would remain the same. How to Participate in the May 20, 2021, Neighborhood MeetingClick on the link through your phone, laptop, or iPad: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xxVkepHvRsi_ZW3Y92V13A Meeting ID: 910 7942 4855 Passcode: 864965 To participate via phone: Call: +1 312 626 6799 (standard charges may apply) Meeting ID: 910 7942 4855 Passcode: 864965 If you have difficulty connecting or have technical difficulties during the meeting, please do not hesitate to contact Nil Gosh by email at [email protected] or by phone at (919) 590-0362.
Safer-at-Home Order in Effect - Planning and Development Services (DSC) Continue Most Operations OnlineThe Development Services Center (DSC) lobby has been closed to walk-in customers due to COVID-19, and customer service, development review, and inspections services have continued remotely. After further assessing the safety and demand for in-person services in light of alternative telephone, email, and web-based services available, the DSC lobby will remain closed until further notice.
If a service cannot be provided remotely, an in-person option may be arranged in advance with strict adherence to social distancing standards and use of a face covering. As more programs and services return, and businesses reopen, we remind everyone to adhere to Durham’s Safer-at-Home Order.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at:
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A New Way to Engage in Rezoning and Annexation Proposals in Durham
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To meet the needs of our community members, the City-County Planning Department has launched an Interactive Map and Community Input Tool through the Land Use Engagement Site. This tool provides an opportunity for community members to: - Obtain information about zoning map change and annexation petition applications submitted to the Planning Department
- Stay updated on engagement opportunities, track the progress of projects, provide input on these projects
- See a clear and transparent record of the evolution of a project
- See what other community members are saying about development proposals
- Learn what information goes into how land use decisions are made
We encourage you to engage with this site early and often, and stay active in cases that have meaning or impact to you and your community.
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Upcoming Public Hearing on the Revised Community Goals and Objectives for the Comprehensive Plan!
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Planning staff has been working to revise the Community Goals and Objectives to reflect the resident input received during the last several months. We are now in the process to adopt these goals and objectives. The next public hearing will be a joint session with members of the Durham City Council and Durham County Commissioners on June 15, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. Learn how to get involved in the link below. |
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Community Meeting for Southeast Durham Residents
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There will be an informational meeting where all residents in the area are invited. Planning staff will share themes we've heard so far about transportation, housing developments, and environmental concerns for this area, share more about the Comprehensive Plan process, and answer questions. Register and learn more about the Southeast Durham Focus Area.
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Scheduled Public Meetings
Durham City CouncilMonday, May 17, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. The Durham City Council will hold virtual public hearings on May 17, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. to hear the following requests:
Annexation - Olive Branch West II (BDG2000023) is a request for a noncontiguous expansion of an existing city limits totaling 59.055 acres located at 434 Olive Branch, 815 and 818 Doc Nichols Road.
Zoning Map Change - Selby Avenue Homes (Z2000018) is a request to change the zoning located at 1518 Riddle Road from Residential Suburban-20 (RS-20), Residential Urban-5 (RU-5) to Residential Urban-5 with a development plan (RU-5(D)), a proposed change of the Future Land Use Map designation from Low Density Residential (4 DU/Acre or less) to Medium Density Residential (6-12 DU/Acre) and a proposed change of the development tier boundary from the Suburban Tier to the Urban Tier.
- Olive Branch West II (Z2000035A) is a request to change the zoning located at 434 Olive Branch, 815 and 818 Doc Nichols Road from Residential Rural (RR), Falls/Jordan Lake Watershed Protection District-B (F/J-B), County jurisdiction, to Residential Rural (RR), Falls/Jordan Lake Watershed Protection District-B (F/J-B), City jurisdiction.
Non-Public Hearing Items - Appearance Commission 2020 Annual Report
- Durham Open Space and Trails 2020 Annual Report
Substantial changes to the proposed actions may be made following the public hearing for each case. For information about the cases, contact [email protected] or at 919-560-4137. This meeting will be held online using the Zoom virtual meeting platform. Register to speak at the hearing at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_sKHSJ4yOQWeqdvfRE0Q5tg(Webinar ID: 943 0870 0813), at least 30 minutes before the meeting on the meeting date or by calling 1-301-715-8592 at least 15 minutes before the meeting start time; instructions to participate in the virtual meeting or to watch it live are available at: https://durhamnc.gov/3012/Public-Hearings-and-Notices Durham County Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a virtual meeting on May 10, 2021, at 7:00 p.m. to vote on the following items: Text Amendment (no public hearing) - Omnibus Changes 16 (TC2100001): Amendments to various provisions of the Unified Development Ordinance for technical or clarifying changes, or other minor policy changes not technical in nature.
Street Renaming (no public hearing) - Parmer Street Renaming (SN2100001) is a request for a street renaming from Parmer Way to Alexandria Way.
Residents wishing to comment on the items sign up by emailing the Durham County Clerk to the Board at [email protected] no later than 2:00 p.m. on Monday, May 10, 2021. The call-in information for the meeting will be shared to those individuals after they have emailed the Clerk.
The virtual option aligns with social distancing requirements which ensures the safety of citizens who wish to participate as well as Board members and Durham County Government staff. Citizens who wish to view the BOCC meeting can watch it live on the County's YouTube channel. Replays of the meeting are available on the Durham Television Network on Spectrum Channel 8, AT&T U-verse Channel 99, Google Fiber Channel 8 and Frontier Communications Channel 70. On-demand video may be watched once it is uploaded to the County's website here. Durham Board of Adjustment Tuesday, May 25, 2021, 8:30 a.m. Virtual Session The Durham City-County Board of Adjustment will hold a virtual public hearing on May 25, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. to hear the following requests in quasi-judicial hearings:- B2100008 – City: A request for a variance from the project boundary buffer requirements. The subject site is located at 312 E. Umstead Street and 1206 Dawkins Street, is zoned Residential Urban-5(2) [RU-5(2)], and in the Urban Tier.
- B2100016 – City: Appeal of an Administrative Decision to Administer a Notice of Violation for the operation of a kennel in a residential district. The subject site is located at 2721 Woodmont Drive, is zoned Residential Suburban-8 (RS-8), and in the Suburban Tier.
- B2100017 – City: A request for a variance from the street yard setback infill development standards. The subject site is located at 2700 Ashley Street, is zoned Residential Suburban-8 (RS-8), and in the Urban Tier.
- B2100018 – City: A request for a variance from the maximum fence height to allow a height of 6 feet along the street frontage. The subject site is located at 5131 Grandale Drive, is zoned Residential Suburban-10 (RS-10), and in the Suburban Tier.
- B2100019 – City: A request for a minor special use permit for a significant alteration to an approved minor special use permit. The subject site is located at 1004 North Mangum Street, is zoned Residential Urban-5 (RU-5) and Residential Urban-5(2) (RU-5(2)), and in the Urban Tier.
Non-Public Hearing Item - Rules of Procedure Amendment
Public Review: For further information, contact [email protected], or contact Eliza Monroe at 919-560-4137 ext. 28245.Public Participation: The meeting will be held using the Zoom platform. To speak at the hearing, YOU MUST REGISTER BY 5:00 P.M. ON MAY 18, 2021, by visiting https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WMy_x4I4QnGhkJ7wRZdV7Q. ALL DOCUMENTS FOR THE MEETING MUST ALSO BE SUBMITTED BY 5:00 P.M. ON MAY 18, 2021. The meeting can also be accessed by calling 1-301-715-8592 (Webinar ID: 954 3816 0749). Instructions to participate in the virtual meeting or to watch it live are available at: https://durhamnc.gov/4062/Participate-in-a-Virtual-Public-Hearing. The Chair will recognize all persons wishing to speak and will allocate time to individual speakers based upon the number of persons to be heard. All persons wishing to speak will be required to consent to the virtual format of the meeting and to swear or affirm their testimony. Substantial changes to the proposed action may be made following the public hearing.Historic Preservation CommissionThe Durham Historic Preservation Commission will hold virtual public hearings on June 1, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. to consider the following:Certificates of Appropriateness- COA2100014 (162 W Ramseur St.) (continued from May 4, 2021) is a request for new construction on a vacant lot.
- COA2100024 (212-218 Dillard St.) is a request for new construction of townhomes.
- COA2100027 (213 Alabama Ave.) is a request for new construction of a primary structure.
- COA2100036 (2326 Englewood Ave.) is a request for demolition of a primary structure.
Substantial changes to the proposed actions may be made following the public hearing for each case. E-mail [email protected] or call 919-560-4137. Public Participation: The June 1, 2021, Historic Preservation Commission meeting will be held online using the Zoom virtual meeting platform. You must register to speak at the hearing by 5:00 p.m. on May 25, 2020, at: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U7NRrmq8QmioSC0iBAT1lg. The meeting can also be accessed by calling 1-301-715-8592 (Webinar ID: 955 1534 0271 ). The meeting will also be live-streamed on YouTube at http://YouTube.com/cityofdurhamnc. Instructions to participate in the virtual meeting or to watch it live are available at: https://durhamnc.gov/4062/Participate-in-a-Virtual-Public-Hearing. The Chair will recognize all persons wishing to speak and will allocate time to individual speakers based upon the number of persons to be heard. |
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Notice under the Language Access Plan Persons requiring language assistance to effectively participate in this event may contact the City-County Planning Department at 919-560-4137 to request interpretation and/or translation services as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the event or deadline date.
Aviso bajo el Plan de Acceso al IdiomaPersonas que requieran asistencia lingüística para participar efectivamente en este evento pueden comuníquense con el Departamento de Planificación de la Cuidad y el Condado al 919-560-4137. Para solicitar los servicios de interpretación y / o traducción tan pronto como sea posible pero no menos de 48 horas antes del evento o fecha límite.
Notice under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)Persons with disabilities may receive an auxiliary aid or service to effectively participate in city government activities by contacting the ADA Coordinator, voice 919-560-4197, fax 560-4196, or [email protected], as soon as possible but no later than 48 hours before the event or deadline date.
Aviso bajo la Ley sobre Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA, siglas en Ingles)Personas con discapacidades pueden recibir asistencia para participar efectivamente en actividades del gobierno de la ciudad al comuníquense con el Coordinador de ADA al 919-560-4197, fax 560-4196 o [email protected], tan pronto como sea posible pero no menos de 48 horas antes del evento o fecha límite.
How to Find More Information about Board and Commission Agendas:The City's Agenda Center web page has the latest agenda materials and minutes for all City-County Boards and Commissions. See also the Public Hearings and Notices page on the City Clerk's web site. - The Durham City Council agenda materials are available according to the City Clerk's schedule.
- The Durham County Board of County Commissioners agenda materials are available on the County Commissioners' web page.
- Text Amendments to the Unified Development Ordinance can be found on the Pending Text Amendment web page.
- Agenda materials are available by the Friday before the meeting for the following (linked to their Agenda Center web page):
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