Curious about accessory dwelling units and how a smaller home could fit into your property or neighborhood? WakeUP Wake County is hosting two free Raleigh events to help residents learn more: an ADU Community Workshop on Thursday, November 12, and a Community ADU Tour on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

Supported by BLWall Consulting, these events offer opportunities to connect with housing professionals, ask questions, and explore ADU floor plans.

ADU Community Workshop at John Chavis Memorial Park

Meet architects and builders during an evening designed to make learning about ADUs approachable. A presentation about accessory dwelling units will be repeated throughout the workshop, giving attendees more than one opportunity to hear it.

The workshop is free, kid-friendly, and open to the public. Catering from Neomonde will be provided.

Workshop details:

● Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026

● Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.

● Location: John Chavis Memorial Park

● Address: 505 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27601

● Admission: Free and open to the public

● Family-friendly: Yes

Register for the ADU Community Workshop.

Community ADU Tour at Walk Your Plans

Continue exploring the possibilities during a drop-in Community ADU Tour at Walk Your Plans in downtown Raleigh.

Attendees can walk through various ADU floor plans and hear from multiple housing-focused organizations. This event focuses on exploring layouts at Walk Your Plans, offering a chance to consider how different small-home designs use space.

WakeUP Wake County is hosting the tour with support from BLWall Consulting. Admission is free, and refreshments will be provided.

Tour details:

● Date: Saturday, November 14, 2026

● Time: 1–3 p.m.

● Location: Walk Your Plans Raleigh

● Address: 517 W. Cabarrus St., Suite A, Raleigh, NC 27603

● Format: Drop-in

● Admission: Free and open to the public

Register for the Community ADU Tour.

Make the Most of Your Visit

Bring your questions about ADU design, building costs, accessibility, and the steps involved in planning a project. The workshop offers time to connect with architects and builders, while the tour provides another way to explore floor plans.

Whether you are considering a future project or simply want to learn more about housing choices in Raleigh, these events offer an accessible place to start.

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