The document discusses Raleigh, North Carolina's new development code which aims to promote more compact and sustainable development through zoning. The new code establishes specific zoning districts and development standards to encourage mixed-use and higher-density development near transit while maintaining neighborhood character. It gets rid of discretionary reviews and instead relies on clear as-of-right standards for things like building height, design, and parking requirements. The code also expands housing options and supports multimodal transportation but does not include inclusionary zoning or density bonuses due to state law constraints.