As you know, the Charlotte Planning Department has been working hard on the Charlotte Place Types and Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), a citywide effort aimed at updating the policies and regulation that guide growth and development in our community.

 As part of this project, they are hosting a Coffee Talk on Friday, March 23^rd, from 8am – 9:30am at the Charlotte Powerhouse Studio.  The Coffee Talk will feature Taiwo Jaiyeoba, Director of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Department and Mitchell Silver, FAICP.  Mitch Silver served as Chief Planning and Development Officer and Planning Director for Raleigh, NC and is the immediate past president of the American Planning Association (APA). He currently serves as the New York City Parks Commissioner and is internationally recognized for his leadership in the planning profession and his contributions to contemporary planning issues.

 After the presentation, there will be a question and answer session moderated by Taiwo Jaiyeoba and Brian Leary of Crescent Communities.  Planning staff will also be available to answer questions about the Charlotte Place Types and Unified Development Ordinance (UDO), as well as the What Can UDO Summit scheduled for March 24^th.

Schedule of Events:

• Introduction by Taiwo Jaiyeoba, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Planning Department
• Address by Mitchell Silver, FAICP, New York City Parks Commissioner
• Question & Answer

Transportation Options:

• Automobile parking is available on the street.
• The facility is adjacent to the Bland Street Station on the LYNX Blue Line.

Any questions can be directed to [email protected]

*A Continental breakfast will be provided.

Hosted by the CHARLOTTE PLANNING DEPARTMENT

“Creating Great Places for Our Community”