10 Tracking Progress

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 10 Tracking Progress The Plan uses and identifies several data points and measures that can be used to track the success of the plan over time. These measurements fall into three major categories. These categories are described below and guidance on how and when to update these measurements is provided. […]

9 Amending the Plan

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 9 Amending the Plan This section addresses the process for amending and updating the Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan (the Plan) and its various components. It outlines a suggested amendment process and recommended timeframe for amendment cycles as well as for the more extensive periodic update of the Comprehensive Plan […]

8 Organizational Capacity and Coordination

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 8 Organizational Capacity and Coordination This section of the Implementation Strategy focuses on various aspects of enhancing organizational capacity and coordination. Place management is explored for Regional Activity Centers, neighborhoods and other small areas and districts. An Implementation Committee is recommended to help champion the Comprehensive Plan and shepherd the […]

7 CIP Preparation, Prioritization and Scoring

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 7 CIP Preparation, Prioritization and Scoring The City of Charlotte currently develops a 5-year Community Investment Program (CIP) that funds capital investments into the community via large bonds (repaid with dedicated CIP revenues), a PAYGO (pay as you go) program that funds annual capital improvements, and dedicated capital improvements revenues […]

6 Fiscal Considerations, Funding and Financing Tools

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 6 Fiscal Considerations, Funding and Financing Tools This section summarizes key findings from a Fiscal Impact Analysis and then highlights a set of existing and new funding and financing tools that respond to the expected fiscal impacts of the Comprehensive Plan policy guidance and opportunities to evolve the manner in […]

5 Anti-Displacement Tools and Strategies

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 5 Anti-Displacement Tools and Strategies Many of the goals and policies included in the Plan have the potential to contribute to gentrification and involuntary displacement across Charlotte, especially in neighborhoods most vulnerable to displacement. Factors contributing to involuntary displacement can impact residents and businesses. These factors and the loss of […]

4 Unified Development Ordinance

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 4 UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE A critical step in implementing any Comprehensive Plan is updating the corresponding municipal codes. This includes updating the community’s zoning code, but also has important implications for many other aspects of the code. Unlike many other communities, Charlotte has not waited for the Comprehensive Plan to […]

3 Community Area Mapping and Planning

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 3 Community Area Mapping and Planning It became readily apparent during the development of the Plan that detailed mapping at the neighborhood and community level would not be equitable and inclusive if conducted on a citywide scale. Thus, a first step in the implementation of the Equitable Growth Framework and […]

2 Planning Approach

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 2 PLANNING APPROACH The following describes a revised approach and hierarchy for aligning and guiding planning efforts in Charlotte. The Charlotte Future 2040 Comprehensive Plan is the guiding document that directs the City’s long-range development efforts and the other types of plans critical to realizing the community’s vision and goals. […]

1 Short Term Actions

Implementation Strategy Table of contents 1 short term actions The following tables identify short-term action necessary to implement the Plan’s policies, projects and programs within the next five years. The table includes recommendations organized by goal, suggested action to implement that recommendation, identifies the type of action (Regulatory Change, Supportive Policies, Recommended Projects & Programs, […]