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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Durham public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Morgan Farm Zoning Map Change
A second-phase rezoning request for the Morgan Farm area will get a public hearing. Large residential rezonings like this can affect school crowding, traffic, and stormwater in the surrounding area.
UDO Interpretation Appeal
The board is set to hear an appeal regarding a formal interpretation of the Unified Development Ordinance issued by the Planning and Development department.
Omnibus 20 Text Amendment
The planning commission was scheduled to review Omnibus 20, a text amendment affecting local zoning regulations.
Lakewood, West End, Lyon Park Small Area Plan
The city is updating small area plans for several neighborhoods, focusing heavily on business engagement along commercial corridors like Roxboro Road. These plans guide future growth, housing, and commercial revitalization in established Durham communities.