The Charlotte City Council has approved Rezoning Petition 2024-135 by Harold Carrillo, changing the zoning of a 0.92-acre vacant lot from Neighborhood 1-A (N1-A) to Neighborhood 1-C (N1-C). This rezoning allows for increased residential density in an area designated for single-family homes while maintaining compatibility with the surrounding neighborhood. The site, previously occupied by a single-family home, is surrounded by similar residential developments to the north, south, and west, with the Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve to the east. The zoning change supports the city's 2040 Policy Map goals by enabling greater housing flexibility, including the potential for smaller lot sizes or attached housing types, to diversify available housing options in this transitioning neighborhood.
This rezoning allows for additional housing opportunities in a growing residential area near a nature preserve. It aligns with Charlotte’s long-term housing strategy, providing more flexibility for future development while preserving neighborhood character.