The State of North Carolina supervises local taxation of properties. Your property gets assessed locally. The tax bill will come from your local entity, but the North Carolina Department of Revenue supervises the taxation of property around the entire state. North Carolina General Statute 105-289 requires this general supervision. The responsibility falls on the N.C. Department of Revenue’s Property Tax Division. Yet, if you want information on your property tax, contact your local property tax … Continue reading...
Cinco de Mayo Events Around Charlotte
Cinco de Mayo events take place all around Charlotte this Saturday. Here are some of the coolest events we've heard about. First and foremost, Charlotte’s Largest Cinco de Mayo block party (presented by Hot Taco with Slate Charlotte, All American Pub and Oak Room) goes from 10 a.m. until 2 a.m. on Saturday. There's free admittance and tacos are just $2. Enjoy frozen margaritas and cornita flips. Participate in a raffle for a chance to win tickets to the Carolina Country Music Fest in Myrtle … Continue reading...
Grow Your Business In Charlotte
Looking for a great city to grow your business? Grow your business in Charlotte! The Charlotte Chamber seeks businesses interested in relocation or expansion. Did you know that Mecklenburg County companies made nearly $819 million in capital investments in the area? Seriously! This equated to adding or improving 8.4 million square feet of commercial real estate. That's following the adding or improving 11 million square feet of real estate and $1.1 billion in capital investments in … Continue reading...
Consider Replacing Old Outlets With AFCI/GFCI Dual Functioning Devices
For safety's sake, consider replacing your old outlets. Did you know that 14,000 electrical home fires could be prevented each year in the U.S. by replacing old outlets with these modern outlets? AFCI/GFCI dual functioning outlets to help lower the risk of electrical shock and home fires. The National Electrical Code already requires GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlets during remodels or new construction of kitchens, garages, and bathrooms for years. It also already requires AFCI … Continue reading...
Smoke Alarms, Carbon Monoxide Alarms Available To Charlotte Residents
Did you know that the Charlotte Fire Department, in partnership with many community organizations, offers and installs carbon monoxide detectors and smoke alarms? It's true! If you need smoke alarms or a carbon monoxide alarm, request them from the Charlotte Fire Department. Fire kills more people in the United States than all natural disasters combined! Carbon monoxide is the top cause of poisoning deaths in America. It kills nearly 4,000 Americans every year. You can't see or smell it, but … Continue reading...
Remodeling? When Does The 2018 NC Building Code Take Effect?
If planning a remodeling project in the future, you might find it interesting that the 2012 NC Building Code is still in effect. Indeed! Even though the Building Code Council adopted the 2018 North Carolina Building Code last summer, the 2012 code still applies. See, the 2018 North Carolina Building Code (Except Electrical) goes into later than July, 2018. Then, at that point both Codes are permitted for use. Either is acceptable for a minimum of six months. During the overlap, either the … Continue reading...
Have You Checked Out Freedom Park Yet?
Freedom Park in Mecklenburg County, NC offers 98 acres of outdoor relaxation! This includes four baseball fields, 12 tennis courts, and four soccer fields. Step up to the plate at the batting cages to practice your swing or play some basket ball or volley ball using the park's excellent facilities. Plus, it has two playgrounds for the little ones, concession stands and even a seven acre lake! Unwind with a long, relaxing walk along the trails and paths that meander Freedom park. Hang out with … Continue reading...
About 54 People Move To Mecklenburg County Each Day, Census Data Shows
Mecklenburg County is growing at a healthy rate, according to the most recent data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. In fact, the county, which includes Charlotte, added 19,600 people during the study year ending June 30, 2017. In the state, only Wake County added more it found. So, from July 2016 until July of last years, the population of Mecklenburg grew by 1.85 percent, experiencing steady growth. That's about 54 people each day that moved to our area. Now, Mecklenburg is home … Continue reading...
Weddington Residents: Interested In Participating On An Advisory Board?
Do you live in (or planning to move to) the Town of Weddington? If you feel your voice could help shape Weddington, you might consider applying to sit on an advisory board. Weddington has multiple citizen advisory boards. The town established these advisory boards so that residents has a means to give input in a more comprehensive way. Citizens participating in the advisory boards provide support and advice to members of the town council. Their voices influence the outcomes of many areas of town … Continue reading...
How To Pay A Water Bill In Charlotte If The Water’s Shut Off
It easy to pay your Charlotte Water bill online. You can just use their pay portal. It lets you register for paperless billing. Use it to set up easy recurring payments using your checking or savings account. You can check this history of your water use. Plus, you can look up past payment information. But what if your water bill was past due? What do you do if your water has been shut off? If your water has been shut off in Charlotte, you can still use an online payment method. It's just a … Continue reading...
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