News
Durham Opens $400K Festival and Event Funding Application
Nonprofits and festival organizers working with nonprofit fiscal agents can apply through Aug. 12 for city support, with workshops planned July 8 and July 15.
News
NC 54 Waterline Work Bringing July Lane Closures Near Farrington Area
Durham’s waterline replacement project is moving into tie-ins, service reconnections, and pavement restoration along parts of NC Highway 54.
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Durham Drinking Water Met Standards in 2025
The latest Durham water quality report shows no violations, but gives residents a closer look at PFAS test results, source-water risks, and the city's use of Cary's Jordan Lake supply.
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[In the Works] Woodcroft Parkway Extension - Updated 2026
Don't expect construction to start until February 2028 at the earliest.
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Durham Water Demand Dropping, But Restrictions Remain In Effect
The Water Management Department has received 170 complaints about violations since Stage 2 restrictions went into effect on June 15. Formal citations may be issued this week.
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[SoDu Need to Know] Durham's Minimum Housing Code Changes
The first major update since 2016 clarifies Durham’s rules on safe exits, moisture, flooring, drainage, pests, water pressure, address numbers, and other basic housing conditions.
![[SeeGov] Durham Homelessness Plan, Potential Election Changes, Police Tech, and Brenntag Pollution Concerns](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/05/weekreview523.png)
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[SeeGov] Durham Homelessness Plan, Potential Election Changes, Police Tech, and Brenntag Pollution Concerns
Durham council members reviewed a homelessness strategy, possible election changes, police technology spending, and water quality concerns tied to the Brenntag site.
![[SeeGov] Durham Council Rejects Cheek Road Annexation; Approves Sherron Road Project](https://storage.ghost.io/c/50/33/50334374-93a7-4cf9-ba69-d7d51c63be2a/content/images/size/w600/2026/05/annex519.png)
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[SeeGov] Durham Council Rejects Cheek Road Annexation; Approves Sherron Road Project
The May 18 hearings showed how Durham’s urban growth boundary, infrastructure concerns, and affordability commitments are shaping development votes.
News
Durham Seeks Public Input in Search for Next Police Chief
Residents can complete an anonymous survey in English or Spanish through 5 p.m. on Friday, April 24, as the city begins a national search.
UDO
Legal Challenge Sidetracks Durham UDO Plans
Officials cite threatened litigation tied to a 2024 state “down-zoning” restriction; staff will still attend Tuesday’s meeting to answer questions.
Development
Durham Leaders Poised to Consider Leigh Village Center in February
Area resident Wendy Woodall launched a petition against the proposed 2,000-home development in southwest Durham. The Planning Commission recommended approval, 10-1, in September 2025.
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SoDu How-To
[SoDu How-To] Dispose of Live Christmas Trees
The City of Durham accepts live trees starting in January. Be sure to remove decorations, lights, tinsel, nails, and stands. Don't bag them. And cut them in half if taller than six feet.