Transportation Highlights: Northgate Mall Small Area Plan and Rezonings Approved

The council reviewed plans for transforming the former Northgate Mall into a high-density, mixed-use, transit-oriented community and unanimously approved the Fayetteville Flats rezoning, praised for its walkability, income restrictions, and support for public schools. Updates on sidewalk funding and transit connectivity for other projects were also discussed. 10mins

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Monday, August 18th, 2025
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  • Council Member Rist summarized recent regional transportation planning efforts, including updates on bus rapid transit, a proposed airport exchange station, and ongoing discussions about regional rail and a new RTP rail stop.
  • Senior Planner Kalosna described the former Northgate Mall site and explained its designation as a Transit Opportunity Area intended for high-density, mixed-use, transit-oriented development supporting the 15-minute community concept.
  • Senior Planner Kolosna outlined a phased plan for redeveloping the former Northgate Mall site with high-density, mixed-use development including affordable housing, retail, public spaces, and sustainable transportation options.
  • Senior Planner Kolosna summarized plan recommendations related to paper streets, public land, private alleys, place type mapping, zoning, transportation, and historic resources.
  • The council unanimously adopted a resolution amending the Durham comprehensive plan to include the Walltown Small Area Plan.
  • Mayor Pro Tem Middleton introduced the zoning map change agenda item for Fayetteville Flats.
  • Speakers highlighted the walkability and transit access of the proposed infill development, noting its proximity to bus stops, schools, parks, and the ATT Greenway.
  • Speakers and Council Member Rist praised the Fayetteville Flats infill project for its income restrictions, donation to public schools, and commitment to a bus shelter.
  • The council unanimously approved a zoning map change and adopted a required consistency statement for the Fayetteville Flats project.
  • Dan Jewell discussed plans for a multi-use path and sidewalk improvements, noting willingness to contribute funds for future connectivity, and clarified that no discussions had occurred regarding a bus stop for the project.
  • Council Member Rist thanked Dan Jewell for additional proffers, including funding for sidewalk improvements to enhance transit access near the project site.
  • Council Member Freeman asked about aligning increased residential density with walkability, and Peyton Burgess explained how comprehensive plan policies ensure sites are within a 15-minute walk to a park and accessible open space.
  • Dan Jewell described the existing sidewalk network near the project site and identified a missing segment needed to connect safely to NC 55 and nearby bus stops.
  • Peyton Burgess explained that Carpenter Fletcher Road from Woodcroft Parkway to Alston Avenue is included in the City of Durham's Southwest 44 D project, as detailed in the staff report.
  • Dan Jewell confirmed a formal proffer to fund construction of a sidewalk segment, with the amount to be based on an actual contractor estimate rather than a standard payment in lieu.
  • The council unanimously approved the motion following a vote called by Mayor Pro Tem Middleton.
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