The Future of Raleigh with Patrick Young | Best of Raleigh Episode 42

In this episode of Best of Raleigh, host Gretchen Coley sits down with Patrick Young, Director of Raleigh’s Planning and Development Department, for an eye-opening conversation about the city's explosive growth and what’s next.

With Raleigh ranking as one of the fastest-growing cities in the U.S., the stakes are high—how do we balance expansion while preserving the charm and character that make the city so desirable? Patrick reveals the inside scoop on major city initiatives, including the "Missing Middle" housing strategy designed to combat rising home prices, Raleigh’s $4.8 billion downtown development pipeline, and the game-changing expansion of mass transit to reduce traffic and improve accessibility. He also shares how residents can get involved in shaping the city’s future, ensuring that growth works for the community—not against it. Whether you’re a homeowner, investor, or thinking about making Raleigh your new home, this is a conversation you can’t afford to miss.

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