Now is the time to reserve your spot for YIMBYTown 2026, coming to Raleigh this November 17-19th! And be sure to sign up to receive these newsletter updates directly to your inbox: raleighforward.org/latest-newsletters/2026-07-05

Join WakeUP, @citybuilder.bsky.social and RaleighForward for a happy hour Wednesday, July 29th from 5-7pm at Good Graces!

Join us for a morning of learning and conversation in this workshop introducing architects and builders to ADU design, permitting and sustainable construction methods enabled by Raleigh’s 2020 ADU reforms. Continuing Education credits available. Breakfast will be served. tockify.com/eventsbycity...

Join CITYBUILDER, RaleighForward and WakeUP Wake County for our first ADU tour around Raleigh. We’ll visit ADUs in an open-house style, discovering new builds and design practices that were enabled by Raleigh’s 2020 ADU reforms. tockify.com/eventsbycity...

Read our latest newsletter now, which includes a wealth of scholarly resources related to addressing homelessness. raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

ICYMI: A Wake County Superior Court judge has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the City of Raleigh’s approval of a downtown rezoning near the intersection of North West Street and West Peace Street and the future Smoky Hollow Park. raleighforward.org/housing-affo...

Our latest newsletter just went out. Wake County median real estate went up $20k to $470k last month. And a new survey of best practices from the International Code Council. raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

Read our latest newsletter and join us at upcoming events, including the Wake County Housing Symposium on 4/21 and Under One Canopy on 4/22. City Council meets on Tuesday with a number of updates to cover. raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

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Our latest newsletter is out with two new blog posts: — Raleigh’s Affordable Housing Bond: Balancing Urgency With Long-Term Fiscal Stewardship — Raleigh is Getting Serious about Data-Driven Land Use Decisions raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

CITYBUILDER, WakeUP Wake County, and RaleighForward are seeking completed (or substantially completed) Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Tiny Homes to feature in the 2026 ADU Sustainability Tour. SUBMIT HERE: docs.google.com/forms/d/1ee7...

Now available: Our latest newsletter! Read about Single-Stair Reform via CityBuilder and submit your ADU proposal for the 2026 ADU Sustainability Tour! That and more in this week's newsletter. raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

Read our latest newsletter now, including a recap of housing programs and housing bond recommendations from City Council's work session. raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

Catch up on our latest newsletter now: raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

Please join RaleighForward, WakeUP Wake County and CITYBUILDER for a Happy Hour on Thursday, February 5th at Bottle Rev 3. We'll see you there!

The median price of real estate in Wake County was $450,000 in January of 2025. According to the latest data available from Wake County, the median price of real estate rose to $470,000 in November of 2025.

ICYMI -- Our first newsletter of 2026 came out last weekend. Catch up here: raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

BREAKING: Earlier today, the NC Court of Appeals rejected the neighbors’ appeal seeking an injunction to stop a developer from building 18 townhomes in the Hayes Barton neighborhood. raleighforward.org/housing-affo...

There's still time to secure a ticket to our annual reception with WakeUP Wake County this week. Details in our latest newsletter, along with what to expect at this week's City Council meeting. raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

Our latest newsletter just went out. Make sure you're signed up to be the first to hear about important events and what's going on at City Council this week. raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

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Our latest newsletter is out now. Make sure to mark your calendar for upcoming events like our November 20th happy hour and more. Everything you need for this week in Raleigh local government: raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

Our latest newsletter is out now. Make sure to mark your calendar for upcoming events like our November 20th happy hour and more. Everything you need for this week in Raleigh local government: raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

NEW: Keep up with RaleighForward in the news, showcasing where we have received coverage on pressing issues related to Raleigh. raleighforward.org/in-the-news

Our latest newsletter was just published. Catch up on what City Council did during their mid-year retreat. raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

New from RaleighForward: Here's how Raleigh's elections will change starting next year. raleighforward.org/raleigh101/raleigh-city-council-shifts-to-4-year-staggered-terms-with-a-primary-in-2026

Read our latest newsletter to learn more about how Raleigh’s City Council elections will work under the new system: raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

“Raleigh can’t afford to succumb to status quo defenders.” Read this letter to the editor from RaleighForward Founder Eric Braun in today’s N&O:

Read our latest newsletter now: Continuing the Discussion About Why Density Matters for Raleigh’s Fiscal Future, and more. raleighforward.org/latest-newsletters/2025-09-14

Read about what City Council will be up to this week and more in our latest newsletter: raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

Read our new Policy Brief: Understanding What Property Value Maps Reveal About Raleigh’s Past, Present and Future These maps help tell a much larger story about where the City invests, who benefits, and what that means for Raleigh’s future. raleighforward.org/housing-affo...

Read our latest newsletter now, including our exclusive coverage of the ongoing Hayes Barton homeowners lawsuit. raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

"This lawsuit and a similar lawsuit filed by the Raleigh Country Club are designed to maintain the status quo so wealthy neighborhoods like Hayes Barton and those served by country clubs remain enclaves for the wealthy." raleighforward.org/housing-affo...

Read up on our latest RaleighForward newsletter here: -- Watch a replay of our March event with the City and WakeUP featuring the National Civic League -- Read an update on the continued efforts attacking the proposed Williamson Drive townhome community raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

Read up on what Council plans to tackle before their summer break in our latest newsletter: raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

BREAKING from RaleighForward: Superior Court Judge Rules Against Raleigh Country Club’s Effort to Stop Townhome Community (for now) Read our exclusive analysis: raleighforward.org/housing-affo...

RaleighForward is co-hosting its next Happy Hour with WakeUp Wake County and CityBuilders. Please join us on June 24th from 5:30-7:30 at Trophy Brewing and Pizza located at 827 W. Morgan Street. Hope to see you there! raleighforward.substack.com/p/raleighfor...

Policy Brief: Understanding Housing, Transportation, and Inequality Trends through Spatial Analysis (2015–2023) Using the Urban Land Institute’s Housing Attainability Interactive Mapping Tool raleighforward.org/housing-affo...

Mark your calendars and join us for a Happy Hour on Tuesday, June 24th at Trophy Brewing and Pizza. This event is in partnership with WakeUP Wake County and Citybuilder!

Understanding Public Housing and Housing Voucher Programs: A Guide for Developers and Community Stakeholders raleighforward.org/housing-affo...

Read our latest newsletter now: -- Happy Hour on 6/24 -- Understanding Public Housing -- 2024 Community Survey And more! raleighforward.org/latest-newsl...

Read our latest newsletter for updates about Missing Middle reform, a potential new flag for Raleigh and housing bills at the NC General Assembly. raleighforward.substack.com/p/raleighfor...

Dix Park is hitting a major milestone with the impending opening of the Gipson Play Plaza. This is a $69 million investment by the City. Plus, Raleigh is continually expanding its greenway and park system, including the upcoming Smoky Hollow Park. open.substack.com/pub/raleighf...

Could a Civic Assembly be coming to Raleigh? More on that and other updates in today's RaleighForward newsletter: open.substack.com/pub/raleighf...

Given the recent news that the developer of the Hayes Barton townhome community received approval of an amended plan for 17 townhomes, we thought it was time to provide an update on all of the Missing Middle litigation. raleighforward.org/housing-affo...

Catch up on the latest Missing Middle litigation in Raleigh and read about the week ahead in our latest newsletter: open.substack.com/pub/raleighf...

Breaking News from RaleighForward: 908 Williamson Townhouse Project Developer obtains approval from the City of Raleigh on an amended plan for 17 Townhouses. raleighforward.substack.com/p/breaking-w...

Make sure to RSVP for Fault Lines, screening this Thursday at the Raleigh Housing Authority. Details and link to save your seat: raleighforward.substack.com/p/rsvp-for-f...

In this week's RaleighForward Roundup: -- Register for the Fault Lines movie screening -- Recap of our National Civic League event -- New bills related to land use in the NC Senate -- Articles you may have missed -- Upcoming meetings of interest raleighforward.substack.com/p/raleighfor...