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Long Range Planning

KNIGHTDALENEXT V.2 2035 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE

Town Council unanimously adopted the KnightdaleNext V.2 Comprehensive Plan on July 17, 2024. The Comprehensive Plan is the official adopted statement regarding the Town's goals and objectives for future growth, development, and conservation. Head to the project page for more information! 

AFFORDABLE KNIGHTDALE PLAN

Town Council unanimously adopted the Plan on March 20, 2024, the culmination of a 14-month process led by UNC-Greensboro's Center for Housing & Community Studies and Town staff. The plan was developed with input from key stakeholders, community partners, the general public, an ad hoc Housing Committee, Town Administration, and Elected Officials. In addition to focusing on affordable housing, this plan emphasizes the importance of inclusive and equitable growth. Upon adoption, the plan was incorporated into the KnightdaleNext 2035 Comprehensive Plan. Visit the project page for more information. 

2025 WAKE COUNTY MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN UPDATE

Wake County is currently leading an update to the Wake County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan, which identifies, assesses, and mitigates hazard risk to better protect the people and property within Wake County from the effects of natural and human-caused hazards. A revised draft plan is under review with FEMA and Wake County and all other municipalities are working toward local adoption. 

River District Small Area Plan

The River District Small Area Plan provides guidelines and policy statements for future private development, as well as identifies opportunities for future public projects, such as improving walkability and connectivity by filling in greenway and sidewalk gaps. Town Council adopted the Plan on July 19, 2023. Visit the project page for more information!

Wake County Tree Canopy Assessment

In 2023, Wake County Government led a Land Cover Analysis and Tree Canopy Assessment for the entire county, including the 12 core municipalities. Town of Knightdale staff provided input throughout the study process and during development of the final report. The study identified potential opportunities for tree cover restoration, with a focus on equity for vulnerable communities. Check out Wake County's website for additional study details and findings, including Knightdale's final report