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Data sourced from City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County & FEMA
Buying a home?
Before you make an offer, check if renovations were properly permitted. Unpermitted work can mean hidden costs, failed inspections, and insurance headaches after closing.
Noticed recent upgrades?
A new deck, finished basement, or HVAC system should have a permit on record. If the work shows up but no permit does, it may have been done without proper approval.
Own your home?
Verify that all past work on your property is on record before you sell. Undiscovered permit issues are one of the most common causes of delayed closings.
Sample Report
1234 Elm Street, Charlotte NC 28205 · Example Neighborhood
Property Report
1234 Elm Street
Example Neighborhood
Year Built
1962
Living Area
2,400 sq ft
Lot Size
0.30 acres
Assessed Value
$485,000
Flood Zone
X
Permit Count
4
Last Sale
$520,000
Mar 2022
Current Owner
Private Owner 1
Permit History
4 permits foundBuilding & Structural
Kitchen Renovation
BLDG-SAMPLE-00001
Interior kitchen remodel including cabinet replacement and countertop installation.
What this means
Permit reached Closed after a successful final inspection. All permitted work is on record.
Electrical
Service Upgrade
ELEC-SAMPLE-00002
200A panel replacement. Whole-house rewire not included.
What this means
Electrical upgrade inspected and closed. Modern service capacity often supports larger appliance or renovation loads.
Mechanical
HVAC Replacement
MECH-SAMPLE-00003
Heat pump replacement. Work reported complete by contractor.
What this means
Expired without final inspection. The work may have been completed but was never signed off by the city — worth asking about at resale.
Source: City of Charlotte Accela portal
Zoning
Residential
Standard-density single-family residential district covering a large share of Charlotte's conventional suburban neighborhoods.
N1-C is one of the most common residential place types in Charlotte, covering typical suburban single-family neighborhoods. Single-family detached homes are the primary by-right use, and accessory dwelling units are permitted by right under the 2023 UDO. Lot sizes are moderate and front setbacks are consistent. Redevelopment is generally limited to single-family replacement or ADU addition; multi-family is not by-right.
Uses Allowed by Right
- •Single-family detached dwelling
- •Accessory dwelling unit
- •Home-based business with limits
- •Family care home
- •Community garden
Rental & ADU
Long-term rentals permitted. Single-family detached is the primary rental configuration; by-right accessory dwelling units allow adding one rental unit alongside the primary home. Multi-unit conversion is not permitted by right.
✓ADU permitted by rightStatus
UDO-translated from prior district, June 1, 2023
Zoning summaries are general guidance. Verify property-specific rules with Charlotte Planning, Design & Development. View on Charlotte UDO →
Reference: UDO Article 4 (Neighborhood 1 Place Type)
Source: Charlotte Planning, Design & Development
School Assignments
Elementary
2023-24Example Oak
Growth: Met
Middle
2023-24Example Ridge
Growth: Met
High
2023-24Example Park
Growth: Exceeded
Choice & transportation zone: Blue (determines magnet bus service eligibility from this address).
Verified against Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools current-year boundaries.
Source: NC Department of Public Instruction · NCGS 132 · 2023-24 grades
Safety Resources
Look up registered sex offenders in this neighborhood on the free federal registry.
National Sex Offender Public WebsiteOperated by the U.S. Department of Justice. Coverage varies by jurisdiction.
Adjacent Parcels
6 neighbors1240 ELM ST
COMMERCIAL
EXAMPLE CORPORATE HOLDINGS LLC
Adjacent commercial property
1232 ELM ST
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
1236 ELM ST
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
1230 ELM ST
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
Source: NC OneMap parcel service
Flood Risk
Zone X — Minimal Flood Risk
This property is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area. Flood insurance is not federally required, though it may still be recommended.
Natural Disaster Risk Profile
Risk ratings are from FEMA's National Risk Index and reflect relative likelihood and potential impact for this census tract.
Tornado
Relatively ModerateHurricane
Relatively LowIce Storm
Relatively LowStrong Wind
Relatively ModerateHail
Relatively LowLightning
Relatively LowHeat Wave
Very LowRiverine Flooding
Relatively HighInland river flooding is historically more damaging here than in the typical US tract. Note: this is distinct from the FEMA flood-zone designation above.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Learn more about FEMA's National Risk Index methodologyEnvironmental Risks
42 sites within 3 miSuperfund Sites
EPA-designated hazardous waste sites requiring long-term cleanup.
EXAMPLE INDUSTRIAL SITE
CHARLOTTE, NC
SUPERFUND (NON-NPL)
Brownfield Properties
Former industrial or commercial sites with potential contamination.
FORMER EXAMPLE WAREHOUSE
EXAMPLE AVE, CHARLOTTE NC
BROWNFIELDS PROPERTY
EXAMPLE DRY CLEANERS SITE
SAMPLE BLVD, CHARLOTTE NC
BROWNFIELDS PROPERTY
Other Documented Sites
39 other documented sites within 3 miles including hazardous waste reporters, toxic release facilities, and regulated entities. These are typically routine regulatory filings such as medical facilities, dry cleaners, and retailers.
Source: EPA Facility Registry Service
Ownership History
Current owner
Private Owner 1
Mar 2022
Warranty Deed · Book 00000 / Pg 000
$520,000
Jul 2011
Warranty Deed · Book 00000 / Pg 000
$355,000
Sep 1998
Warranty Deed · Book 00000 / Pg 000
$180,000
Source: Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds
Sample data shown for demonstration purposes only. Actual reports contain live data from public records for the property you search.
What's included in every report
Permit History
Every permit filed with the city — additions, renovations, electrical, plumbing, HVAC. Status, contractor, and plain-English explanation of each.
Property Details
Year built, square footage, lot size, and assessed value from the county assessor.
Zoning
The parcel's Charlotte UDO or prior-ordinance zoning code, translated into plain English — permitted uses, rental and ADU rules.
Environmental Risks
EPA-documented Superfund and brownfield sites within 3 miles of the property.
Flood Risk
FEMA flood zone designation and proximity to known flood areas.
Natural Disaster Risk
FEMA National Risk Index ratings for tornado, hurricane, ice storm, hail, and more — for this census tract.
School Assignments
Elementary, Middle and High School assignments with performance grades and growth status where available.
Adjacent Parcels
Every neighboring parcel, with non-residential uses (commercial, industrial, utility) flagged.
Ownership History
Past and current owners, sale dates, and recorded deed transfers.
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