The construction crane swinging over Vue on University, a new apartment community rising near campus, is a clear sign that University City continues to grow even through the pandemic. In fact, Mecklenburg County has issued building permits for more than $125 million...
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Medical center among 9 new developments proposed in University City
A major Novant Health medical center was among 9 proposed developments in University City reviewed or approved by Charlotte City Council at its Sept. 21 rezoning meeting. Altogether, the nine proposals would add nearly 2,000 housing units, 30,000 square feet of retail...
Commercial Real Estate Roundup – September 2020
September 2020 report on commercial real estate in University City – Charlotte Crescent Communities redefining creative office space at Escent Research Park Four-story, 159,000 SF Class A creative office community to open in 2021 near I-85 Two large courtyards include...
Crescent Communities redefining creative office space at Escent Research Park
Crescent Communities recently celebrated the topping-out of its transformative new office building, Escent Research Park. The four-story, 158,000 square-foot Class A creative office community is set to open in 2021 in University Research Park. Escent Research Park is...
Informal community survey finds strong interest in farmers market, local businesses, greenways
In April and May, we invited University City residents and workers to complete an informal survey about programs and improvements they’d like to see in our community. More than 200 people took part. Here’s what they shared. How well do their responses match what you...
Commercial Real Estate Roundup – July 2020
July 2020 report on commercial real estate in University City – Charlotte Centene to break ground on URP campus in August First buildings will be 770,000 SF main building and parking garage, Charlotte Observer reports Centene completed purchase on July 10 of 80.1...
Join us July 22 for interactive discussion on small-business grants
Join University City Partners and Holly Eskridge, Assistant Economic Development Director for the City of Charlotte, on July 22 for an interactive discussion about the Access to Capital grants available for small businesses. How to take part The event will take place...