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04/16/2024 11:42 am

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Former DMV Site

Welcome to the Future of the Former DMV Headquarters

Updated: Apr 16, 2024

Follow along the journey as the City of Raleigh works to acquire the former DMV headquarters in Southeast Raleigh. This property spans 5.88 acres and offers a pivotal opportunity for community engagement and development. Discover the journey from acquisition to construction, and join us in shaping the future of this significant site.

We began in January 2019 with collaborative discussions between NCDOT, the City of Raleigh, and select legislators. As the DMV headquarters relocated to Rocky Mount, an opportunity arose for the City to acquire the site. The vision was further articulated through the New Bern Station Area plan, providing a high-level blueprint for the site.

Project Details

 
Type:
City Properties and Facilities
Date Range:
-
Budget:
$23.34M

Contact

 

Tansy Hayward
Deputy City Manager

Lead Department:
City Manager's Office
Participating Department:
Community EngagementPlanning and DevelopmentTransportationCity Attorney

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Pre-Approval

Date Range:
-

Acquisition and Funding:

The City of Raleigh is in the process of acquiring the old DMV headquarters. This 5.88-acre site now stands as a canvas for community-driven development.

In January 2024, the City Council took decisive steps by authorizing instruments for the purchase, closure of properties, budget amendments, and allocation of ARPA funds. Simultaneously, an engagement plan for the site was put into motion.

View the City Council presentation.

Lead Department:
City Council

Visioning

Date Range:
-

As we collectively shape the future of this iconic location, your participation is crucial. Join us on this exciting journey towards a vibrant and community-focused transformation!

We are embarking on the visioning and planning phases, a crucial period where community involvement takes center stage. Key highlights include:

Project Working Group

The Project Working Group will be part of the decision-making process for the site’s future. Applications for the group were closed March 17. Learn more about the project working group members.

On-site Engagement (Coming Soon)

Discussions on various projects within the DMV site, BRT construction, and the Tarboro Road Community Center. 

On-site Activation (Coming Soon)

Collaborating with Public Project Community Support Fund partners, we explore temporary Public Art investments. Contribute to the cultural transformation of the site.

Community Office Hours (Coming Soon)

We value your input. Attend community office hours to share your thoughts, suggestions, and concerns about the development of the DMV site.

Phase Contacts

 

Nadia Moreta
Assistant Community Engagement Manager

Email Nadia
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Lead Department:
Community Engagement

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