What Will the Proposed RDU Perimeter Fence Look Like?

You’ve probably heard that RDU is looking at options for building a perimeter fence to enhance security and keep trespassers off airport property. You may have even heard that the perimeter fence would alter the natural landscape at the border of Umstead State Park. Those speculations about how the fence would look are wrong, andRead More

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Facts About the Proposed RDU Perimeter Fence

RDU is exploring options to build a perimeter fence around all of the airport’s property, including the boundary between the airport and Umstead State Park. The fence will enhance airport security and help keep trespassers off of airport property. There is misinformation circulating about the impact a fence would have on access to Umstead StateRead More

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RDU Moves Forward with Security Fencing Plans

The Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority submitted a Riparian Buffer Authorization Form to the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) today. This Form seeks permission from DEQ to install portions of the proposed perimeter security fence within existing Neuse River Riparian Buffers.  As part of the Authority’s ongoing commitment to keeping the public informed about the fencingRead More

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RDU Seeks Compromise on Perimeter Security Fencing

Airport to Continue Productive Discussions on Fence Design, Mountain Biking Lease As RDU works to enhance airport security and keep trespassers off airport property, we understand that the issue of building perimeter fencing is extremely important to members of the community who enjoy using Umstead State Park. RDU recently released designs for a proposed perimeterRead More

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RDU Presents Justification for Perimeter Fencing

Trespassing, Environmental Damage are Critical Considerations Trespassing, criminal activity and environmental damage caused by years of building and using illegal bike trails are key concerns as RDU considers constructing perimeter fencing around airport property. “A perimeter fence would enhance security and keep trespassers off the airport’s land,” said Bill Sandifer, senior vice president and chiefRead More

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