Share ideas for growth and development at virtual public meeting on March 6
Planners are inviting the public to weigh in on the growth and development of a 46,000-acre area of northeastern Wake County. Approximately 16,000 people live in the 72-square-mile Eastern Wake area, which is bordered by Franklin, Johnston and Nash counties.
This is the fifth of seven distinct areas the County is focusing on as part of its new comprehensive plan, known as PLANWake, which charts a course to guide growth over the next 10 years. The Wake County Board of Commissioners already approved area plans for Lower Swift Creek, Middle Creek, Lower Neuse and Western Wake.
These area plans determine what type of built environment – the homes, buildings, streets, open spaces, farms and infrastructure – is envisioned for the future at the local level.
Community feedback is needed
Community input is a major component of the planning process. Insight from those who live, work and play in this area will drive projects that are developed with their needs, desires and visions in mind.
“Community input is the foundation of smart growth,” said Don Mial, vice chair, Wake County Board of Commissioners. “We want to hear directly from residents about what they value in their neighborhoods and how we can ensure this area thrives for generations to come.”
There are several ways to participate, and more opportunities may be added in the future. Visit wake.gov/EW to:
- View an interactive map and share ideas
- Take a community survey
- Register to attend a virtual public meeting on March 6
- Sign up for email updates
Residents can also contact staff directly at areaplan@wake.gov or 919-856-6310 (option 8).
Planners will spend the next several months talking to the community and expect to have a draft plan ready for review by late summer. Full details can be found at wake.gov/EW, and information about the overall area planning process is located at wake.gov/areaplans.
