Development News for Concord, North Carolina

City Orders Demolition of Structure at 295 Lincoln Street Southwest

The council adopted an ordinance ordering the demolition of a structure located at 295 Lincoln Street Southwest, owned by the Billy B. Smith SR Estate and Letha P. Smith. Chief Hugh provided information on this item. [cite: 1261-1277]

WASAC Reports on Wastewater Plant Expansion, Seeks Council Direction on Future Capacity Needs

The Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County (WASAC) reported on the Muddy Creek wastewater treatment plant expansion, increasing capacity from 300,000 to 660,000 gallons per day with $1 million in state funding. They also have a permit for an additional 1 million gallons per day. The annual budget approval is pending. WASAC needs direction from the council on capacity numbers for discussions with other municipal partners, requiring a decision by next Thursday. A capacity exercise has been discussed, with a potential figure of 'up to three million' gallons per day or a 2.5% growth rate discussed. The council needs to be comfortable with the decision, which will lock in payments for 25 years. [cite: 1718-1828]

City Authorizes $536,050 Contract for Wilkinson Homes Project Architecture and Engineering Services

The council authorized the city manager to execute a contract with Neighboring Concepts for $536,050 for architecture and engineering services for the Wilkinson Homes Repositioning Project. Mary Carr spoke about this item, noting it is the first step in getting the project off the ground. [cite: 1531-1559]

City Council to Set Public Hearing for Proposed Right-of-Way Closure

The council considered adopting a resolution of intent to close a right-of-way comprising 0.242 acres, generally located between Travis Lane Northwest and Chadbury Drive Northwest. Fred WLE presented maps of the properties. The recommendation is to pass a resolution of intent to set a public hearing for June 11, 2026. [cite: 1296-1313]