RTP 3.0 is a long-term planning initiative guiding the evolution of Research Triangle Park (RTP) over the next 50 years. It expands how land can be used in the Park, enabling companies to modernize campuses, accelerate research and development, attract talent and build vibrant work-live environments.
Amenities like on-site housing, retail, dining and community events are increasingly important factors for today's workforce. By making RTP more walkable, connected and accessible, RTP 3.0 reflects these evolving expectations while uplifting the businesses operating in the Park.
Moving from vision to action, RTP 3.0 introduces new development standards and design guidelines that create a flexible framework for phased growth, mixed-use integration and future-ready infrastructure. Companies, developers and innovation partners are invited to submit development interest and help define the next generation of RTP.
RTP landowners can submit applications under the enhanced development standards starting on July 16. Applicants should follow the processes outlined in the RTP Planning Board Procedures Manual when preparing an application.
Applicants must also complete and submit a copy of the RTP Enhanced Development Approval Applicant Attestation Form with their development application.
To inquire about the RTP 3.0 application process, please reach out to planning@rtp.org.
RTP 3.0's new development standards and design guidelines include:
- RTP Development Code, the core document outlining requirements and standards for RTP 3.0's new development options.
- RTP Design Guidelines, the primary design document outlining the Park's design principles for all future development.
- RTP Greenway Design Guidelines, the design document outlining aspirations for parcels along the future north-south RTP Greenway alignment.
- RTP Reinvestment Fund Policy, which outlines requirements for an annual fee payment for new development options, similar to a business improvement district (BID), to advance future capital project and research investments benefitting the entire RTP community. Applicants seeking to utilize the Affordable Housing in Lieu of Payment Provision should follow the guidelines outlined here.
- RTP Sustainable Development Policy, which outlines sustainability requirements for RTP 3.0's new development options.
Additionally, new fee schedules have been adopted to support the RTP development review process, including:
- RTP Enhanced Development Review Fee Schedule, for submissions to the RTP Planning Board.
- RTP Design Review Fee Schedule, for submissions to the RTP Board of Design.
RTP 3.0 implementation is guided by two adopted plans:
Interested landowners, developers, and others may learn more about the adopted standards and guidelines and development review process by attending RTP 3.0 Lunch and Learn: Reimagine the Park on August 13 at 11:30 am.
To inquire about the RTP 3.0 application process, please reach out to planning@rtp.org.
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RTP 3.0 Frequently Asked Questions
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