Local Government Affairs
REBIC Members Dominate DSTAC Leadership Team
REBIC Members Dominate DSTAC Leadership Team From REBIC Another powerhouse of oversight and influence is the DSTAC (Development Services Technical Advisory Committee). This organization’s Co-Chair, appointed by the City’s DSTAC Leadership Team, is our own Karla Knotts. In fact, the membership roster reads as a who’s who in our industry including Mark Van Dine, our recent REBIC Member…
Read MoreJason Moore, with Rodgers Builders, Appointed Chair of the BDC (Building Development Commission)
Jason Moore, with Rodgers Builders, Appointed Chair of the BDC (Building Development Commission) From REBIC One of the critical responsibilities of being an experienced member of the development community is the call to serve on one of the dozens of pivotal advisory boards in the counties in and surrounding our region. In fact, to facilitate…
Read MoreGetting Real With Rob | A Podcast featuring Sagar Rathie
Getting Real With Rob | A Podcast featuring Sagar Rathie “You can have an impact!” states Sagar Rathie as he deftly handled our questions from host Rob Nanfelt. As our latest podcast guest, he approached the interview with enthusiasm and a plan. Immediately endearing and always prepared, Sagar has made a meteoric rise in the…
Read MoreREBIC | 1 for Wednesday
REBIC | 1 for Wednesday County Commissioners Approve Creation of Mecklenburg Public Transportation Authority Here is the good news: During the September 16th meeting, Mecklenburg County Commissioners voted 8 to 1 to establish the Mecklenburg Public Transportation Authority (MPTA). Commissioner Susan Rodriguez-McDowell (District 6) cast the lone no vote. This Authority would eventually manage, and…
Read MoreReminder: Show Your Support at the Board of County Commissioner’s Meeting on Tuesday, 9/16
Reminder: Show Your Support at the Board of County Commissioner’s Meeting on Tuesday, 9/16 The Board of County Commissioners is the final vote on the joint MOU regarding the process for establishing the authority. It is important for all supporters of the Transportation Referendum to attend the meeting to visibly show overwhelming support for the 1-cent…
Read MoreREBIC – 2 for Tuesday | September 2, 2025
REBIC – 2 for Tuesday | September 2, 2025 Beginning October 6th, the City of Charlotte Commercial Zoning will no longer be conducting their review in Mecklenburg County’s Accela for R-TH projects. Instead, customers will need to submit a “Commercial Zoning Only Review” (CLTZR) application through the City of Charlotte’s Accela portal. The CLTZR carries a…
Read MoreGetting Real With Rob | A Podcast featuring Bobbi Jo Lazarus
Getting Real With Rob | A Podcast featuring Bobbi Jo Lazarus Bobbi Jo walks us through the biggest takeaways from the newly passed “Big Beautiful Bill,” adding historical context and real-world insight on how it stacks up against past legislation. She describes tax work as “solving a puzzle” where you always need to be thinking…
Read MoreDSTAC Update
DSTAC Update Dan Melvin of Melvin Engineering is the NAIOP designee to DSTAC. Below are key August 2025 updates: NCDOT – Zach Gardner is the new District Engineer for Mecklenburg. He has been directed by Division Engineer Felix Obregon to streamline driveway permits. A new Driveway Permitting Checklist will roll out soon. Make sure your…
Read MoreNCDOT Seeks Industry Comments
NCDOT Seeks Industry Comments Driveway Permitting Checklist Review and forward feedback by September 2, 2025, to dan@melvinengineering.com, to submit on behalf of NAIOP members. Background: Zach Gardner is the new District Engineer for Mecklenburg. He has been directed by Division Engineer Felix Obregon to streamline driveway permits. A new Driveway Permitting Checklist will roll out…
Read MoreREBIC – Two for Tuesday
REBIC – Two for Tuesday But first…Vote. Tell others to vote.Learn the issues. Be a resource.Volunteer if you can! As we approach the Sept 9 Charlotte City Municipal Elections, REBIC offers 3 important reminders. Download our VOTER GUIDE and share with everyone who needs to know the ‘why’ for the candidates REBIC supports. There is no more…
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