Title
Set a Public Hearing on the Foard House Historic Landmark Designation
Action
Action:
Adopt a resolution setting a public hearing for June 22, 2026, to consider historic landmark designation for the property known as the “Foard House” (parcel identification number 107-172-19).
Body
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission Representative(s):
Stewart Gray, Historic Landmark Department Director
Tommy Warlick, Historic Landmarks Department Historic Preservation Specialist
Staff Resource(s):
Erin Chantry, Planning, Design, and Development
Explanation
§ The city has received a recommendation from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission (HLC) to designate the Foard House as a local historic landmark.
§ Public hearings are required prior to City Council action on designation requests.
§ The Foard House is located at 7410 Shady Lane in Council District 5.
§ Designation of this property could significantly contribute to its long-term preservation.
§ The Foard House is listed under parcel identification number 107-172-19, and the recommended designation would include the interior and exterior of the house and the land listed under tax parcel number 107-172-19.
§ The property is zoned N1-A.
§ The property is owned by Virginia L. Walker.
§ Based on the current value, the potential amount of deferrable taxes would be approximately $573.78 for the City of Charlotte taxes and $1,031.47 for Mecklenburg County taxes.
Attachments
Attachment(s)
Information Sheet
Resolution