Raleigh Stormwater Management Advisory Commission – March 5, 2026

The City of Raleigh's Stormwater Management Advisory Commission convened on March 5, 2026, to discuss several key topics related to stormwater management and upcoming development projects. The commission reviewed multiple rezoning cases with potential stormwater impacts, emphasizing the need for applicant presentations to better understand proposed developments and their environmental effects. They also discussed the creation of a subcommittee to evaluate and potentially update stormwater regulations, including detention requirements and floodplain management, to address concerns about current standards and climate change impacts. The meeting included a presentation of the proposed FY27 stormwater budget, highlighting ongoing capital improvement projects, operational budget drivers, and a proposed modest rate increase to support these initiatives. Additionally, the commission approved funding for final projects in the current fiscal year and discussed the city's new cooperating technical partner agreement with FEMA, which will allow Raleigh to manage floodplain mapping internally. The meeting concluded with community engagement activities, including a stormwater-themed art and video contest, and administrative matters such as officer elections and scheduling future meetings.