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A “text change” is a proposal to modify an adopted ordinance.
The engagement portal helps you stay informed and allow for your questions and comments about our upcoming proposed text changes.
Engagement Portal for Proposed Text Changes - You will also find comment cards for proposed text changes that are currently under public review. This is where you can ask questions about these text changes or leave comments for staff!
- Send your questions or comments to staff: textchanges@raleighnc.gov
- Contact the Planning Commission: planning.commission@raleighnc.gov
- Visit the Planning Commission webpage and sign up to attend a public meeting.
Active Text Change Cases (TC)
Below you will find a list of text changes that active.
| Case # | Case Name | Description | Status | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TC-3-26 | 2026 Omnibus List | Addresses a range of minor UDO updates to clarify regulations, correct errors, improve consistency, and streamline development review processes. | City Council Report of PC 11/17 | Justin Bucher |
| TC-6-26 | Custom Signage Plan Amendments | Modifies the additional limitations applicable to Custom Signage Plans by increasing the maximum number of lines of copy and maximum sign area allowed for certain ground and tract identification signs. | City Council Report of PC 11/17 | Justin Bucher |
Pending Text Change Cases
Below you will find a list of text changes that are still being drafted.
| Case # | Case Name | Description | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| TC-2-26 | Trail Oriented Development | Establishes UDO standards for development adjacent to existing and proposed greenway trails, with an emphasis on improving trail access, connectivity, aesthetics, and user experience through site and building design standards. | Justin Bucher |
Recently Adopted Text Changes
Below you will find the most recent adopted text changes. For older approved cases, please see the Adopted Text Changes page.
| Text Change # | Ordinance # | Title | Adopted | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TC-1-25 | (832-TC-495) | 2023/2024 Omnibus Readoption | 1-6-26 | 1-11-26 |
| TC-2-25 | (786-TC-492) | Stormwater Items to Reflect State Law | 9-2-25 | 9-7-25 |
| TC-3-25 | (816-TC-493) | Greenway Amendments | 11-18-25 | 12-18-25 |
| TC-1-26 | (914-TC-496) | School Lot Area Amendment | 8-18-26 | 9-17-26 |
| TC-4-26 | (926-TC-497) | Minor and Exempt Subdivision Regulations | 9-15-26 | 10-15-26 |
| TC-5-26 | (942-TC-498) | Daycare Amendments | 11-4-26 | 12-4-26 |
Text Changes to Zoning Conditions (TCZ)
A "text change to zoning conditions" proposal adds zoning conditions that may be submitted with a rezoning application and cases can be found on the Rezoning Cases webpage.