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Overview
Stream Stabilization helps with minor to moderate erosion issues caused by stormwater runoff coming from public streets or public properties (not otherwise covered by the Drainage Assistance Program).
The purpose of the Stream Stabilization Program is to improve the water quality by protecting and stabilizing the eroding stream banks.
Requirements
- Own residential, commercial or public property within the jurisdictional boundary of Raleigh.
- Have stormwater runoff coming from public streets or public facilities onto the property.
- Have the property owner willing to donate a permanent drainage easement.
Issues Not Eligible for the Program
| Issues | |
|---|---|
| Nuisance yard flooding | Standing water |
| Stormwater runoff from private properties next to you | Roof/gutter problems |
See a clogged stormwater drain or pipe? Contact stormwater maintenance.
4-Step Process
| Step | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Contact the Stream Stabilization Team | Do you have any stormwater issues that may qualify for the program? Call us at 919-996-3779 or email StreamStabilization@raleighnc.gov. Please allow 24-48 hours for us to respond to an inquiry. We'll get more details from you and ask that you fill out a program request form provided by staff. |
| 2. Prioritizing Your Project | If you qualify, we will assess the severity of your project and then score and rank it with other stream stabilization projects. Please note that the City has approximately $500k dedicated to this program per year. |
| 3. Approve Your Project | Typically, 6 projects are approved in a given year. The Stormwater Management Advisory Commission (SMAC) and Raleigh City Council review and approve these projects. Project approval is not based on when a person submits their application. Funding for a project is based on its prioritization score. |
| 4. Design, Permitting, and Construction |
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Pending Projects
Approved projects are based on their prioritization score (not when you submit your request form). Your project rank may change on the list over time. Please be patient as we move projects forward in effort to help the affected homeowners.
Contact Us
Have questions about the Stream Stabilization Program? Send an email to StreamStabilization@raleighnc.gov or call us at 919-996-3779.
Please allow 24-48 hours for us to respond to an inquiry. We will get more details from you and ask that you fill out an application form if you’re eligible.