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North Carolina Unlocks Granny Flats | Raleigh News

North Carolina just passed a bold new housing bill that could reshape neighborhoods across the state—by forcing cities over 50,000 to allow “granny flats,” or accessory dwelling units, and slashing red tape that’s long blocked them. Think backyard studios or garage apartments—now legally easier to build, even without parking rules or zoning roadblocks. Lawmakers from both sides agree: the real problem isn’t land, it’s outdated rules making housing unaffordable in booming areas like Raleigh and Wake County. The bill still needs House approval, but if it passes, cities have until July 2027 to…

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