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Longhorn, Fogo De Chao Restaurants on the Horizon
They're among several commercial development projects under review by Durham planning officials.
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Durham City Council Opens New Term with Oaths, Goodbyes, and Brief Disruption
Williams and councilors take oaths as Freeman and Middleton say farewell; Caballero becomes first Hispanic Mayor Pro Tem; brief protest interrupts Kopac’s swearing-in; council addresses ICE activity and an E. Geer St. rezoning for 22 townhomes.
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Relentless Collision Seeks Two UDO Variances
Two variances tied to Relentless Collision on MLK Jr. Parkway - an 8-foot fence near the street and no vehicle-stacking at an unstaffed gate - are on Tuesday’s Durham Board of Adjustment agenda, with staff recommending denial based on UDO standards.
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Durham Planning Commission: Oct. 14, 2025 - Downtown Plan, RTP, Page Road
The commission will hear the downtown plan, a 15-townhome request on Page Road, an RTP-wide rezoning and first-round tune-ups to the comprehensive plan.
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What's Coming for Sidewalks and Bike Paths in South Durham: 2025 and Beyond
Discover upcoming sidewalk and bike projects in South Durham, from Southpoint to NC 55, improving safety, access, and walkability across the city.
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New Townhouse Project Proposed on NC Highway 751
On Oct. 8, the developer has scheduled a virtual neighborhood meeting about the project from 6 to 7 p.m. via Zoom.
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Durham Planning Commission Approves Page Corners, Brier Creek Developments
The projects - Page Corners and Brier Creek Multifamily - faced some pushback from residents concerned about traffic congestion and environmental impact.
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Durham Developments Await Neighborhood Meetings
Page Corners and a 10-townhouse project along Cornwallis Road are holding neighborhood meetings on Feb. 26 and March 4, respectively.
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Three Durham Developments Move on from Planning
The Planning Commission approved three projects that now go to the City Council for consideration.
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Durham Council Denies Moriah Ridge
The project, proposed by M/I Homes of Raleigh, would’ve brought 1,000 apartments, townhouses, and single-family homes to 168 mostly rural acres not far from the New Hope Commons shopping center.
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Three South Durham Projects Bound for Planning Commission
The Planning Commission meets at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber on the first floor of City Hall at 101 City Hall Plaza.
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408 Homes Proposed at Wake-Durham Line Near Brier Creek
The next neighborhood meeting about the project is set for 6 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 5 via Zoom. After that, the development goes to the Planning Commission on March 11.