Durham City Council is expected to vote on a rezoning request that could change the look of the historic Hayti Community.
The Chicago-based developer Sterling Bay has plans to transform the plaza into a multi-story, mixed-use development that includes multi-family housing, office space, a parking garage, and a pedestrian mall.
The proposal has faced backlash and strong criticism from community groups like Hayti Reborn. Anita Scott Neville is deeply connected to the Hayti community. She said the current project doesn’t reflect the true needs of the community and that’s affordable housing…