Unified Development Ordinance History

The UDO was adopted on August 22, 2022, by the Charlotte City Council. The UDO is effective as of June 1, 2023.

The information found below reflects past work prior to the adoption of the Unified Development Ordinance.

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HISTORY OF THE UDO

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WHAT IS THE UDO?
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PROJECT TIMELINE

UDO HELPFUL RESOURCES

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UDO Transition Fact Sheet
Zoning Translation
Economic Impact Analysis
Summary of Second Draft Recommendation Changes
Second Draft Key Changes
Proposed Ordinance to Adopt the UDO
Proposed Amendment to the Tree Ordinance
UDO Supporting Documents

UDO VIDEO RESOURCES

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Charlotte’s UDO & You
Choose Your Interest Series
First Draft Listening Sessions
First Draft Virtual Conversations
Second Draft Virtual Conversations

UDO ENGAGEMENT

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First Draft Public Comments
Second Draft Public Comments
Ordinance Advisory Committee