Charlotte Local Information
Practical information for Charlotte and Mecklenburg County: who governs what, trash and recycling, permits, weather alerts and who to call, each linked to the official source.
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Trash and recycling pickup in Charlotte: schedule, holidays, bulk
Charlotte collects trash and yard waste weekly and recycling every other week. Carts out by 6 a.m.; bulky items must be booked through 311 at 704-336-7600.
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Charlotte
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County and the neighbors: who governs what
How Charlotte fits into Mecklenburg County and North Carolina: the city, the county, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, the neighboring towns within 15 miles, and which one to call for what.
Property tax
Mecklenburg County property taxes: rates, due dates and appeals
Inside Charlotte the combined 2026 rate is 78.57 cents per $100: county 49.27, city 29.30. Bills were due Sept. 1; pay by Jan. 5, 2027, to avoid interest.
Permits
Building permits and zoning in Charlotte
Mecklenburg County issues Charlotte building permits (980-314-2633); the city reviews zoning under the UDO (704-336-6692). Rezoning hearings are the third Monday.
Roads
Road construction and closures in Charlotte
Charlotte road closures this week: I-277 South ramp to I-77 South shut to Nov. 25, Central Avenue lanes to Nov. 6 and Tuckaseegee Road lanes to Nov. 11.
Real Estate
Charlotte home prices and housing market
The typical Charlotte home was worth $392,573 in August 2026, down 1.1% in a year, Zillow says. The July median sale price was $420,000.
Schools
Charlotte schools guide: districts, calendars and ratings
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools: 2026-27 runs to June 9, Thanksgiving break Nov. 26-27, winter break Dec. 21 to Jan. 1. 2027-28 enrollment opens Oct. 19.
Things to do
Things to do in Charlotte this month: November 2026
Charlotte Nov. 2 to Dec. 13: the Veterans Day parade Nov. 7, the marathon Nov. 14, the tree lighting Nov. 17, the Thanksgiving Eve Parade and Nutcracker.
Voting
Voting in Mecklenburg County: registration, polling places, early voting
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3: Mecklenburg polls open 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at your own precinct. Free CATS rides to polls; 3 Charlotte bond questions.
Farmers markets
Charlotte farmers markets
The Charlotte Regional Farmers Market is open Wednesday to Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., year-round. Saturday markets run in South End and Uptown; SNAP doubled to $20.
Parks
Parks and trails in Charlotte
Mecklenburg County runs Charlotte's parks: 290 parks, 85.5 miles of greenway and four nature centers. Little Sugar Creek Greenway runs 17 miles. Call 980-314-1000.
Restaurants
Restaurant inspection scores in Mecklenburg County
Mecklenburg County inspects more than 4,400 food businesses, over 13,000 inspections a year. A is 90 or higher; under 70 loses its permit. Call 980-314-1620.
Business
New businesses in Charlotte: October 2026
New in Charlotte this fall: Mexilove Tacos and Tequila on South Tryon, Livewell Animal Urgent Care in South End, and October ribbon cuttings in Ballantyne and Steele Creek.
Public notices
Public notices in Charlotte and Mecklenburg County
Where to find Charlotte and Mecklenburg County public notices: the statewide ncnotices.com search, city rezoning legal ads, county hearing notices and court filings.
City Hall
Who to call at Charlotte City Hall
Charlotte City Hall numbers: CharMeck 311 at 704-336-7600 for most services, the mayor's office at 704-336-2241, the city clerk at 704-336-2248 and each council member.
Power outages
Power outages in Charlotte: who to call and outage maps
Charlotte's power comes from Duke Energy. Report an outage at 800-769-3766 (800-POWERON), by texting OUT to 57801 or online; check Duke's outage map.
Population
Charlotte population and growth
Charlotte had an estimated 964,784 residents on July 1, 2025, up 10.3% since the 2020 census and 32% since 2010, the Census Bureau says.
History
Charlotte history and landmarks
Charlotte was settled in 1753, incorporated in 1768 and named for Queen Charlotte. It has 83 National Register listings, from Rosedale to the Johnston Building.
Moving
Moving to Charlotte: utilities, schools, trash, permits, taxes
New to Charlotte? Start water through 311, power with Duke Energy and gas with Piedmont Natural Gas, and get an N.C. driver's license and plates within 60 days.
Transit
Getting around Charlotte: roads, transit, airport, parking
Getting around Charlotte: the 26-station LYNX Blue Line, the free Gold Line streetcar, the Sprinter bus to the airport and Uptown meters at $1.50 an hour.
Neighborhoods
Charlotte neighborhoods: where to live and what each area is like
Eleven Charlotte areas compared: ZIP code, zoned high school and typical home value. CMS zones split several areas; check each address.
Neighborhoods
Dilworth, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
Dilworth is zoned for Dilworth Elementary, Sedgefield Middle and Myers Park High. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 28203 was $675,347 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Elizabeth, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
Elizabeth, east of Uptown on the Gold Line, is zoned for Eastover Elementary and Myers Park High. ZIP 28204's value was $577,994 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Myers Park, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
Myers Park, around Queens Road and Queens University, is zoned for Myers Park High. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 28207 was $1,662,801 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
NoDa, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
NoDa, at North Davidson and 36th streets, has a Blue Line station and is zoned for Garinger High. ZIP 28205's value was $458,468 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Plaza Midwood, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
Central Avenue's Plaza Midwood is mostly zoned for Eastway Middle and Garinger High. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 28205 was $458,468 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
South End, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
South End has three Lynx Blue Line stations and is mostly zoned for Myers Park High. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 28203 was $675,347 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
SouthPark, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
SouthPark is zoned for Sharon Elementary and South Mecklenburg or Myers Park High. ZIP 28210's typical value was $566,893 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Steele Creek, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
Steele Creek, in southwest Charlotte, is split between Olympic and Palisades high school zones. ZIP 28273's typical value was $365,809 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
University City, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
University City, by UNC Charlotte, has four Blue Line stations and is mostly zoned for Chambers High. ZIP 28262's value was $340,394 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Uptown Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
Uptown is almost all zoned for Bruns Academy, Sedgefield Middle and Myers Park High. ZIP 28202's typical value was $405,678 in August 2026.
Neighborhoods
Wesley Heights, Charlotte: homes, schools, parks and commute
Wesley Heights is zoned for Bruns Academy, Ranson Middle and West Charlotte High. Zillow's typical value in ZIP 28208 was $299,346 in August 2026.
Charlotte
Charlotte vs Pineville vs Matthews vs Mint Hill: taxes and schools
For 2026-27 the town tax rate is 29.30 cents in Charlotte, 30.00 in Pineville, 27.95 in Matthews and 22.50 in Mint Hill, plus the county's 49.27 cents.
Schools
Charlotte public schools: every school, zone and report card
All 157 CMS schools serving Charlotte and 24 charter schools, with addresses, grades, enrollment, 2025-26 state grades and zone lookups.