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Save Sandy Creek

Make the Pickett Apartments proposed development affordable, accessible, and environmentally acceptable

Durham Planning Commission rejected this proposal 8-2. In their own words:

"We only need to look at the recent, catastrophic flooding in Swannanoa, Black Mountain, and Asheville this past September to understand the severe risks posed by development in flood-prone zones such as this." - Gregory, voted "No"
WHAT'S THE PROBLEM?

Learn more about the proposed Pickett Rd development "Pickett Apartments" and the key issues of accessible housing, affordable housing, wildlife impacts, and watershed impacts.

WHAT'S THE SOLUTION?

Read about specific solutions the developer can take to resolve these issues before moving forward with the project.

HOW CAN I HELP?

Tune into a Google Meet info session to hear directly from New Hope Bird Alliance and Haw River Assembly representatives about why this project matters. Then join us at the next City Council meeting to speak up!

ABOUT US >

Save Sandy Creek is a project dedicated to voicing serious concerns about the Pickett Rd "Pickett Apartments" proposed development as well as provide solutions to ensure:

1) access to affordable and accessible housing

2) the protection of wildlife from development impacts

3) the safeguarding of the integrity of the Haw River watershed.

 

Our mission is to demonstrate that Durham can develop while prioritizing both environmental conservation and accessible & affordable housing. We aim to set a new standard for development that respects nature and promotes equitable living.

CONTACT >

E: savesandycreekproject@gmail.com

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