The city of Charlotte's unified development ordinance was approved Monday night, following more than an hour of discussion surrounding the document's merits, as well as lingering concerns from some council members.

Sustain Charlotte applauded the passage of the ordinance. 

"Allowing duplexes and triplexes in areas that have traditionally been reserved only for single-family homes will increase Charlotte's housing supply," said Meg Fencil, the group's director of engagement and impact. "Hopefully, this will lead to a broader range of housing prices, help more families live in the city, and increase neighborhood diversity."

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