Title
Set Public Hearing on the Derita High School Gymnasium Historic Landmark Designation
Action
Action:
Adopt a resolution setting a public hearing for June 22, 2020, to consider Historic Landmark Designation for the Property known as the “Derita High School Gymnasium” (parcel identification number 04704312).
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Taiwo Jaiyeoba, City Manager’s Office
David Pettine, Planning, Design, and Development
Explanation
§ The city has received a recommendation from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission to designate the Derita High School Gymnasium as a local historic landmark.
§ Public hearings are required prior to City Council action on designation requests.
§ The Derita High School Gymnasium is the only surviving pre-World War II public building associated with the Derita Community. Designation of this property would significantly contribute to its long-term preservation.
§ The Derita High School Gymnasium is listed under Tax Parcel Identification Number 04704312, and the recommended designation would include the exterior of the gymnasium and the 0.973 acres of land associated with the parcel.
§ The property is zoned (R-3) Residential and is located at 6115 Rumple Road in Council District 2.
§ The property is owned by the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education.
Attachments
Attachment(s)
Information Sheet
Resolution