Charlotte Just Changed Who Gets to Sell You a Tomato
A quiet UDO change lets farmers markets operate by right in Charlotte’s industrial zones — and at least one council member says that’s the whole point.
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Iron District Files First Phase: 278 Units, Retail, Parking, And A Light-Rail Site
Permits for Parcel E and below I-277 nudge Iron District into site work, with 278 apartments, new retail, structured parking, and a set-aside for a future light-rail station.
Charlotte Civic Calendar: 10-Day Political Events Preview (Oct 3–13, 2025)
Charlotte’s next 10 days decide zoning, preservation, transit, and ballot logistics. Here’s what to watch, how to attend, and why it matters.
Charlotte Council Clashes Over Growth, Trust, and Traffic at Aug. 18 Zoning Meeting
Charlotte Council sparred over rezonings tied to traffic safety, school crowding, and affordable housing, exposing fault lines between developers, residents, and candidates ahead of the 2025 primaries.
When Neighbors Push Back: Far East Charlotte Residents Challenge Dense Townhome Plan
At an Aug. 18 Charlotte City Council zoning hearing, Far East Charlotte residents—led by neighbor Ray Timothy—pressed safety, flooding, and trust concerns over a 94‑unit townhome plan with retail. Here’s what they said, what the developer promised, and what happens next.