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Raleigh residents press council over proposed three‑story townhomes, warn of Midtown impacts
Summary
Multiple residents used the public‑comment period to say new three‑story townhomes and Midtown redevelopment risk shading, privacy loss and diminished neighborhood character; speakers urged the council to respect the Midtown area plan and improve notice and community engagement.
Residents of several Raleigh neighborhoods used the city council public‑comment period to press the council on looming development that they say threatens sunlight, privacy and the character of long‑established blocks.
An unnamed resident who said they live in Tryon Place told the council the development proposes "about 104 new three‑story townhomes" with two‑car parking, alleys and a new street, and that neighbors first received notice in October without details on height or setbacks. "We would lose that light in our homes and we would…
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