Title
Lease of 2145 Suttle Avenue from Mecklenburg County
Action
Action:
Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a lease agreement with Mecklenburg County for use of approximately 3,300 square feet of space in the Mecklenburg County facility at 2145 Suttle Avenue.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Mike Davis, Engineering & Property Management
Tony Korolos, Engineering & Property Management
Barry Gullet, Charlotte Water
Ed McKinney, Planning
Explanation
§ In December 2015, Mecklenburg County’s Land Use and Environmental Services Agency relocated from the Hal Marshall Services Center to the facility at 2145 Suttle Avenue. City staff from several departments supporting permitting services were also located at Hal Marshall and moved to the Suttle Avenue facility in February 2016.
§ The co-location of County and City departments in the same facility provides comprehensive access to land development and permitting services.
§ Lease terms have been in negotiation since City staff relocated to the County facility.
§ Lease terms:
- Term: 10 years
- Square footage: approximately 3,300 square feet
- Commencement: July 1, 2017
- Termination: City may terminate on 12 months’ notice
- Rent: $11.40/square foot, including base rent, maintenance, repair and utility costs
- Escalation: 2% annually
§ This lease is consistent with the Council City-Owned Real Estate and Facilities Policy because it enables inclusive delivery of services to residents through co-location with other agencies.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Charlotte Water Operating Budget, Engineering and Property Management Operating Budget, and Planning Department Operating Budget
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