North Carolina Construction News staff writer
The Fall 2024 Durham Planning Academy is accepting applications until Oct. 11.
Hosted by the Durham City-County Planning Department, this free course is a chance for 50 participants to learn how planning happens in Durham, learn about the tools available for planning, and discover how to get involved. Attendees will also get insight into development in North Carolina and learn about the history of planning in Durham.
The academy will be held Nov. 15 from 5 to 8 p.m. and Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Both sessions will take place at Durham County Library, 300 N. Roxboro St., which has partnered with the Durham City-County planning department to host this community-learning opportunity.
Sessions include:
- Interactive Workshops – Learn how to shape the future of neighborhoods and Durham itself. Planning staff and community experts will lead these sessions, making sure it’s an engaging experience.
- Networking – Connect with experts and leaders, building relationships for future engagement.
- Growth – Develop skills, knowledge, and connections to help navigate the planning world.
- Toolkit – Leave with resources to help understand and engage in planning processes.
For more information about the Planning Academy, residents are encouraged to visit the webpage.
