On March 24, 2025, the Charlotte City Council approved the purchase of a residential parcel located at 8307 McAlpine Drive as part of the city’s broader Aviation Master Plan. The acquisition was made in compliance with federal regulations under 49 C.F.R. Part 24, which governs the Uniform Acquisition and Relocation Act of 1970. The transaction qualifies for reimbursement through the Federal Aviation Administration. The property comprises approximately 1.222 acres and is currently zoned N1-A, allowing for single-family residential use. While the property includes no structures or easements, some landscaping elements such as bushes or small shrubs will be affected. The purchase price of $469,000 reflects the strategic significance of this acquisition for future aviation-related development in Council District 3. This action represents a proactive move by the city to secure land for long-term aviation infrastructure expansion.
This decision advances Charlotte’s long-term aviation infrastructure planning, ensuring the city can accommodate future airport-related growth. Strategic land acquisitions like this are essential for enabling phased implementation of the Aviation Master Plan.