This request would allow for use of the property as event space, both inside and out. Proposed conditions include limiting uses to those under Office Mixed Use (OX-) with the addition of the event space (indoors/outdoors); limiting attendees on site, requiring monitoring through dedicated property manager, time limits on noise and service, parking restrictions, landscaping requirements and regulations involving short term rentals.   

Existing Zoning: Office Mixed Use, 3 stories, Detached frontage, and with General Historic Overlay District (Blount Street) (OX-3-DE w/HOD-G)  

Proposed Zoning: Commercial Mixed Use, 3 stories, with conditions and General Historic Overlay District (Blount Street) (CX-3-CU w/HOD-G). View proposed conditions here.  

Applicant: Isabel Mattox, Nichols & Crampton, on behalf of 1893 LLC 

Case Planner: Hiram Marziano, hiram.marziano@raleighnc.gov, 919-996-6370