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Speed Limits and Why They Are Important
Setting speed limits is a great tool that we as a city have to help improve the quality of life in Raleigh’s neighborhoods, while also increasing safety in our neighborhoods. There is a direct link between driver speeds and safety, especially for people outside of a vehicle. Pedestrians and cyclists are our most vulnerable users of public streets, and the City of Raleigh is committed to promoting safe streets to ensure that our neighborhoods are happy and healthy.
Lowering the speed limit from the current statutory unposted 35 mph is one of the most impactful things that any neighborhood can do to increase safety and quality of life on their neighborhood street.
Studies find a direct link between driver speed and severity of the crash when a crash between a pedestrian or cyclist with a vehicle occurs. By lowering speed limits on all of Raleigh’s neighborhood streets, we minimize risk and come closer to our goal of increasing safety in all Raleigh neighborhoods.
To view the context of the graph below, visit the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) for the full report.
Speed Limit Reduction Tracking
Between 2015 and 2022, we have lowered the speed limit on 481 streets which measures out to just under 193 miles. Moving forward, we want to continue to increase the number of streets and the miles of streets reduced until all of Raleigh’s neighborhood streets have been successfully reduced.
Yearly Tracking:
2015: 14 streets measuring approximately 4.75 miles
2016: 29 streets measuring approximately 10 miles
2017: 21 streets measuring approximately 7 miles
2018: 35 streets measuring approximately 12.75 miles
2019: 7 streets measuring 2.5 miles
2020: 34 streets measuring approximately 13 miles
2021: 128 streets measuring approximately 54.6 miles
2022: 213 streets measuring approximately 88.28 miles
2023: 98 streets measuring approximately 22.52 miles
Speed Limit Reduction Processing
All streets currently going through the Speed Limit Reduction process are listed below. Ballot periods are open for two weeks, so please ensure to cast you ballot prior to the date listed below your street’s name.
To cast a ballot, you have three options:
- Use the PublicInput link below your street’s name.
- Email your response to NTMP@raleighnc.gov. Be sure to include the name of your street, your unique authorization code, and your "Yes" or "No" vote.
- Call 919-996-4066 to speak with the NTMP staff directly.
If you are interested in requesting a Speed Limit Reduction for your street, please complete the Neighborhood Traffic Management Program Application.
Active Speed Limit Reduction Ballots
Tulare Court: from Bennettwood Ct to the end
Votes need to be made by June 13
Public Input Survey
Bennettwood Court: from W Millbrook Rd to the end
Votes need to be made by June 13
Public Input Survey
Arbutus Drive: from Galax Dr to Galax Dr
Votes need to be made by May 31
Public Input Survey
The Villages of Wakefield at Parkside Subdivision: Springfield Park Dr, Garden Tree Ln, Stately Oaks Dr, Village Meadows Ct
Votes need to be made by May 31
Public Input Survey
Morgans Way: from Creedmoor Rd to Hamrick Dr
Votes need to be made by May 31
Public Input Survey
N Blount Street: from Cedar St to Delway St
Votes need to be made by May 31
Public Input Survey
Delway Street: from Harps St to N Blount St
Votes need to be made by May 31
Public Input Survey
Harp Street: from Cedar St to Delway St
Votes need to be made by May 31
Public Input Survey
Haynes Street: from Halifax St to Cedar St
Votes need to be made by May 31
Public Input Survey
Halifax Street: from Peace St to Cedar St
Votes need to be made by May 31
Public Input Survey
Cedar Street: from Halifax St to N Blount St
Votes need to be made by May 31
Public Input Survey
Ileagnes Road: from S Saunders St to the end at Peach Rd
Votes need to be made by May 24
Public Input Survey
Dogwood Lane: from Beaver Dam Rd to the end
Votes need to be made by May 24, 2023
Public Input Survey
Macadie Park Subdivision: Chipstone Dr, Cowan Ln, Cutstone Ct, Kitledge Dr, Stone Branch Dr, and Quarryman Rd
Votes need to be made by May 24, 2023
Public Input Survey
White Kestrel Drive: from Massey Ridge Ct to the end
Votes need to be made by May 24, 2023
Public Input Survey
Lincoln Court: from New Bern Ave to the end
Votes need to be made by May 24, 2023
Public Input Survey
Completed Speed Limit Reductions
All new speed limits will go into effect seven days from Council approval:
Avington Place Subdivision: Woodchurch Ct, Saybrooke Dr, Glencross Ct, Jordan Oaks Way, Whatley Ln, Kentwell Pl, Bekonscot Ave, Crayford Dr, Hawkhurst St, and River Edge Dr
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the October 3, 2023 Council meeting.
River Landings II Subdivision: River Edge Dr, River Creek Run, River Bluff Ct, and River Rock Ct
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the October 3, 2023 Council meeting.
Ellerbe Lane: from Peyton St to Glenbrook Dr
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 19, 2023 Council meeting.
Morningside Drive: from Blue Ridge Rd to Blue Ridge Rd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 19, 2023 Council meeting.
Volant Drive: from Spring Forest Rd to Falls Church Rd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 19, 2023 Council meeting.
St Mary’s Street: from Glenwood Ave to W Peace St
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 19, 2023 Council meeting.
Common Oaks Drive: from Capital Blvd to Ponderosa Service Rd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 5, 2023 Council meeting.
Harvey Street: from St Mary’s St to W Roanoke Park Dr
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 19, 2023 Council meeting.
Palace Garden Way: from Tryon Rd to Chapanoke Rd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 19, 2023 Council meeting.
Farley Drive: from WIndel Dr to Knollwood Rd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 19, 2023 Council meeting.
Vernon Terrace: from Windsor Pl to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 5, 2023 Council meeting.
Windsor Place: from Ortega Rd to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 5, 2023 Council meeting.
Sheffield Road: from Colleton Rd to Marlborough Rd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 5, 2023 Council meeting.
Pointe Vista Circle: from Arbor Grande Way to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the August 15, 2023 Council meeting.
Mountain Brook Lane: from Westbrook Dr to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 5, 2023 Council meeting.
Lynchester Court: from Mountain Brook Ln to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 5, 2023 Council meeting.
Anderson Point Drive: from Robbins Dr to end of CoR maintenance
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 5, 2023 Council meeting.
Neuse Ridge Subdivision: Neuse View Dr, Neuse Ridge Rd, and Cross Current Ln
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the September 5, 2023 Council meeting.
Pickwick Drive: from Old Colony Rd to W Millbrook Rd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the August 15, 2023 Council meeting.
Old Colony Road: from Glendower Rd to Grimstead Ln
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the August 15, 2023 Council meeting.
Grimstead Lane: from Pleasant Grove Church Rd to Pickwick Dr
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the August 15, 2023 Council meeting.
Dew Drop Court: from Pickwick Dr to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the August 15, 2023 Council meeting.
Shadow Court: from Old Colony Rd to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the August 15, 2023 Council meeting.
Castle Court: from Pickwick Dr to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the August 15, 2023 Council meeting.
Sherlock Court: from Pickwick Dr to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the August 15, 2023 Council meeting.
Chaney Road -N: from Western Blvd to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 20, 2023 Council meeting.
Chaney Road - S: from Onslow Rd to Western Blvd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 20, 2023 Council meeting.
Braefield Subdivision: Braefield Dr, Marsh Hollow Dr, Wrightwood Dr, Rolling Glen Dr, Willow Glen Dr, Marsh Brae Dr Green Mill Dr, and Oak Marsh Dr
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the July 5, 2023 Council meeting.
Garland Drive: from Onslow Rd to Kent Rd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 20, 2023 Council meeting.
Warwick Drive: from Chaney Rd to Kent Rd
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 20, 2023 Council meeting.
Curthay Court: from Curtis Dr to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 6, 2023 Council meeting.
Curtis Drive: from Fountain Dr to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 6, 2023 Council meeting.
Fountain Drive: from Proctor Rd to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 6, 2023 Council meeting.
Glen Iris Lane: from Blue Ridge Rd to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 20, 2023 Council meeting.
English Garden Way: from Gardenlake Dr to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 20, 2023 Council meeting.
Noremac Drive: from Blue Ridge Rd to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 20, 2023 Council meeting.
Heritage Manor Drive: from Poole Rd to Eva Mae Dr
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 20, 2023 Council meeting.
Brookside Drive: from Watauga St to Glascock St
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 6, 2023 Council meeting.
Wake Towne Drive: from Wake Forest Rd to the end
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 6, 2023 Council meeting.
Cross Street Neighborhood: Heath St, S Carver St, S Fisher St, and Star St
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 6, 2023 Council meeting
Olde Birch Drive: from Rock Quarry Rd to Baswood Dr
Currently scheduled to be presented to City Council for approval at the June 6, 2023 Council meeting.
Kilgore Ave: from Dixie Trl to Brooks Ave
The neighborhood voted to reduce the speed limit. Based on additional coordination required, staff is actively working and will schedule on the next available Council agenda once completed.
Brooks Ave: from Hillsborough St to Wade Ave
The neighborhood voted to reduce the speed limit. Based on additional coordination required, staff is actively working and will schedule on the next available Council agenda once completed.
Bedford Ave: from Dixie Trl to Brooks Ave
The neighborhood voted to reduce the speed limit. Based on additional coordination required, staff is actively working and will schedule on the next available Council agenda once completed.
Crest Road: from Varsity Dr to Avent Ferry Rd
Ballot period has ended. Staff is counting the ballots and updates will be posted once complete.
Approved Speed Limit Reductions
Weybridge Drive: from Rainwater Rd to Litchford Rd
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.
Calloway Drive: from Garner Rd to the end
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.
Arsenal Avenue: from Granite Quarry Dr to the end
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.
College Place: from W Park Dr to St Marys St
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.
Calvin Road: from College Pl to St Marys St
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.
Groveland Avenue: from Oberlin Rd to Park Dr
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.
E. Forest Drive: from Benehan St to W Johnson St
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.
Benehan Street: from Groveland Ave to W Park Dr
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.
Hillcrest Road: from Hillsborough St to Park Dr
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.
Hawthorne Road: from Hillsborough St to Park Dr
Council approved the speed limit reduction at the May 16th meeting. Speed limit signs will be put in place and enforceable within 7 days of this approval.