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What are some long gone Charlotte buildings or structures that you miss?

By Gordon Rago
Looking north on Tryon St. from County Courthouse in mid-1920’s. The Independence building (center) was built in 1908. The 12-story building was noted in newspaper articles as the first steel frame tower built in North Carolina. In September 1981, the building was imploded after it was sold to developer Henry Faison, according to the Historic Landmarks Commission.
Looking north on Tryon St. from County Courthouse in mid-1920’s. The Independence building (center) was built in 1908. The 12-story building was noted in newspaper articles as the first steel frame tower built in North Carolina. In September 1981, the building was imploded after it was sold to developer Henry Faison, according to the Historic Landmarks Commission. Observer File Photo

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The Landmarks We’ve Lost

Charlotte is a booming city. With its allure for business, fiercely local sports scene and attractions for families, development has pushed for an increasingly urban landscape. But what’s lost when new construction means the end of older buildings?

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Charlotte’s steady growth and eye on the future has meant a number of older, and in some cases beloved, buildings have been lost to demolition over the years.

By one UNC Charlotte Urban Institute account, it’s challenging to find any building over 100 years old in uptown. We compiled this list of 12 iconic spots around Charlotte that have been demolished. But what did we forget?

Tell us below: What are some long gone Charlotte buildings or structures not covered in our story that you miss?

This story was originally published February 20, 2022 at 5:00 AM.

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The Landmarks We’ve Lost

Charlotte is a booming city. With its allure for business, fiercely local sports scene and attractions for families, development has pushed for an increasingly urban landscape. But what’s lost when new construction means the end of older buildings?

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