Located 1.6 miles north of UNC's main campus, the site is slated to be developed into a mixed-use area designed for living, working and recreation.
"We've seen significant investment across numerous industry sectors and job growth here in this region."
Wake County commissioners moved one step closer to selecting a new site for the long‑awaited library project.
The Downtown South project in Raleigh was first proposed in 2019 and was originally envisioned as a mixed-use entertainment district.
Remaining families at Chatham Estates in Cary prepare to leave and meet the end of June deadline after the land was sold to a developer.
Construction on the new amphitheater is expected to be completed by spring 2027, in time for the summer concert season.