Charlotte leaders to amend ground lease for Tepper Sports’ concert venue

Uptown skyline Bank of America Stadium, home of the Carolina Panthers, continues to drive visitor spending uptown but the sluggish office market is proving a drain on momentum. (MELISSA KEY/CBJ)

By Joe Bruno

CHARLOTTE — The Charlotte City Council will vote Monday to pave the way for a new performance center in Uptown Charlotte.

Channel 9 reported earlier this week that Tepper Sports and Entertainment is planning a 4,400-seat concert venue next to the Bank of America Stadium.

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He’s not seeking tax dollars.

Charlotte leaders will amend their ground lease with Tepper for the project.

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