Raleigh development and zoning news
Raleigh development news, newest first: rezoning cases, building permits, new subdivisions and construction, each story linked to the city or county file.
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Building permits and zoning in Raleigh
Raleigh permits go through the city's Permit and Development Portal. Permit Helpline: 919-996-2500. Planning Commission meets the second and fourth Tuesday.
Permits, zoning and home prices
Home prices
Raleigh home prices and housing market
The typical Raleigh home was worth $428,671 in August 2026, Zillow says, down 1.7% in a year and 4.9% below the 2022 peak. ZIP code and neighbor figures.
Legal notices
Public notices in Raleigh and Wake County
Where Raleigh and Wake County legal notices are published: the state press association's notices site, City Council public hearings, rezoning cases and bids.
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City Council
Raleigh pauses large data centers until April 6
Raleigh City Council approved a six-month pause on new large data centers. Draft rules post for comment Nov. 16; the pause ends April 6, 2027.
City Council
Raleigh approves 6-month pause on large data centers
Raleigh City Council approved a six-month pause on new large data centers Oct. 6, to April 6, 2027. Here is what the draft ordinance covered and who is exempt.