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[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Page/Miami Project Could Reshape Corner of South Durham

[SoDu Sunrise Showcase] Page/Miami Project Could Reshape Corner of South Durham
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By Wes Platt, Neighborhood News Guy

WEATHER FORECAST

Today's morning weather in South Durham, seen at Interstate 40 in South Durham. Photo: Wes Platt.

Per the National Weather Service: Partly sunny with a high near 85. Tonight, partly cloudy with a low around 65.

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🏙️ Big Changes Proposed Near RTP: What the Page/Miami Design District Could Mean for South Durham

A major development proposal is heading to the Durham City Council this week—and it could bring big changes to the area just southeast of Research Triangle Park. If approved, the Page/Miami Design District would transform more than 25 acres of underused and industrial land into a dense, mixed-use neighborhood built around future transit.

The vision? A walkable, transit-connected district with shops, housing, and office space, modeled on urban growth concepts like the Compact Suburban Design District. It’s a big shift from the area’s current zoning, which is a patchwork of industrial, commercial, and low-density residential parcels. Supporters say the project could help prepare Durham for the arrival of bus rapid transit and other multimodal options. It also includes an affordable housing bonus to encourage more inclusive development.

The rezoning request goes before City Council this Monday, April 21, at 7 p.m., and the public can attend in person or comment via Zoom. If you live in South Durham, work near RTP, or care about how our region grows, this is a conversation worth tuning into.

📖 Read the full article at Southpoint Access for maps, details, and how to get involved:
👉 Durham Council to Consider Page/Miami Design District Proposal

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NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

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  • [SoDu We Like Local News] Episode 10: A Home for Hope: In this episode, we catch up with Southpoint Access columnist Heather Hindin and her daughter Harper about the project that aims to support families with children undergoing treatment for illnesses at Duke University Hospital.
  • South Durham Criminal Incident Reports for April 2025: South Durham saw a continued rise in vehicle-related crimes last month, according to the latest report for ZIP code 27713, with motor vehicle burglaries and thefts making up the largest share of reported incidents. This is based on data supplied by the Durham Police Department to LexisNexis.

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What's Happening Today?

  • Heartfulness Meditation. Adults. 6 to 6:45 p.m. No registration required. The Heartfulness technique shows how to gently turn attention toward our hearts and experience that inner presence. Sessions conducted by certified Heartfulness meditation instructor. Open to anyone over 15. Children’s programming room at Southwest Regional Library at 3605 Shannon Rd. (Durham County Library)
  • Durham Senior Games Opening Ceremony. Ages 55 and up. 5:30 to 7 p.m. Pre-registration required. Olympic-style event designed to promote health year-round. Events include heritage and visual arts, croquet, table tennis, basketball shooting, swimming, shuffleboard, pickleball, and more. Holton Career and Resource Center at 401 N. Driver St. (Durham Parks and Recreation)
  • Durham City Council Meeting. 7 p.m. First-floor council chambers at 101 City Hall Plaza. (Durham Government)

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