Local Government Affairs

REBIC – Staff Briefs UDO Advisory Committee Members Regarding Proposed Floodplain and Stormwater Updates From REBIC – 3/31/26 Last Thursday Planning Staff convened a meeting of the UDO Advisory Committee, of which I serve as a member. Topics discussed included proposed floodplain changes, potential amendments to stormwater rules, an update on text amendments, information about…

REBIC – Charlotte Community Area Plans Slated for a Final Vote in April From REBIC – 3/31/26 Several years ago, the City of Charlotte engaged in the process of developing 14 Community Area Plans. Seven were adopted last fall with the remaining seven delayed for additional review. Last week council held a hearing on the…

REBIC – 2027 Citizens Revaluation Commission is Announced From REBIC – 3/24/26 The 2027 Citizens Revaluation Commission was just appointed last week by the Mecklenburg County Commission. This group will oversee the County’s property revaluation process which now takes place every four years. Here are the commission’s primary duties: Monitor Progress: Works directly with the County…

REBIC – City Of Charlotte Holds Annual Strategy Meeting From REBIC – 3/17/26 On March 2nd and 3rd, the Charlotte City Council held its 2026 Annual Strategy Meeting at the Ballantyne Hotel. As the event closed, councilmembers expressed a renewed focus on trust, transparency, and execution, as they and senior staff outlined priorities for public safety,…

REBIC – Gaston Association of Realtors® Holds Productive Lunch with Senior Planners From REBIC – 3/10/26   Yesterday the Gaston Association of Realtors® held their quarterly luncheon with Senior Planners from the various municipalities within Gaston County. This regular gathering offers an opportunity for staff and real estate professionals to exchange ideas, discuss common pain…

REBIC – Mecklenburg County Seeks Applicants to Fill Critical Advisory Board Vacancies From REBIC – 3/10/26   The County Clerk’s Office is currently accepting applications for the following advisory boards and commissions: Board of Equalization and Review (6) Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee (5) Women’s Advisory Board (6) Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (7) Nursing Home Community Advisory Committee (23) Adult Care…

REBIC – A Good News Report From Statesville as Council-Member At-Large Attends NAHB’s “America’s Housing Comeback.” From REBIC – 3/3/26 A message from Statesville Council-member At Large James Pressly: “One of the biggest issues relevant to REBIC members working in the Statesville market is that the city is working hard on updating its Unified Development…