Litchford Road Residential Development (Z-43-25)
Raleigh
Description
A proposed residential rezoning that neighbors argue will bring high-density housing incompatible with surrounding single-family homes, well-and-septic systems, and mature tree canopies.
Impact summary
The City Council denied it on Oct 6, 2026.
Generates an estimated 158 additional daily trips and raises local traffic and infrastructure concerns.
Applicant
- Address
- 6309 Litchford RoadSee this on the map
At a glance
- Hearings
- 5
- Public comments
- 9
- Total mentions
- 5
Last vote · City Council
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 6, 2026.
Meeting timeline (5)
City Council Meeting - First Tuesday - Afternoon & Evening Sessions
A request to rezone 3.8 acres from R-4 to R-6 with conditions for townhome development.
Planning Commission (Regular)
A request to rezone 3.79 acres from R-4 to R-6 conditional use to increase residential density from 32 to 47 units, with restricted access onto Johnsdale Road.
City Council Meeting - Second Tuesday - Evening Public Comment Session
A proposed residential rezoning that neighbors argue will bring high-density housing incompatible with surrounding single-family homes, well-and-septic systems, and mature tree canopies.
City Council Meeting - Second Tuesday - Evening Public Comment Session
A proposed rezoning at 6309 Litchford Road to increase housing density, which was unanimously recommended for denial by the Planning Commission due to infrastructure and compatibility concerns.
Planning Commission (Regular)
A request to rezone 3.79 acres from R-4 to R-10-CU to permit up to 54 residential units.
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