Renovations, repairs and renewal: Review the upcoming and underway construction projects at UNC Charlotte
Jerry Richardson Stadium Expansion
Estimated Completion: Spring 2027
Charlotte’s football stadium is expanding to set the tone for Charlotte Athletics’ momentum. The first expansion of Jerry Richardson Stadium will provide additional access to 49ers games and significantly upgrade the fan experience by offering suites, club seating, loge boxes, ledge seating, an outdoor terrace and general seating as well as the traditional press suite level.
Honeywell Innovation Hub
Estimated Completion: Fall 2027
Burson Hall is being reimagined into a state-of-the-art learning complex for applied research and STEM education thanks to a transformative gift from Honeywell. The Honeywell Innovation Hub will feature project-based engineering labs, active learning classrooms, collaboration hubs and specialized research and simulation spaces.
The partnership builds on the University’s recent R1 designation, advancing use-inspired research in fields critical to industry and society, including AI safety, grid resilience and smart infrastructure.
Loy Witherspoon Center for Meditation
Estimated Completion: Fall 2026
This new facility, dedicated to meditation and reflection, will be built by Lot 11, across from the Christine F. Price Counseling Center. The space will feature a garden for Niners of any denomination to decompress in peace.
Key Projects
Sanford Hall Demolition
Estimated Completion: Summer 2026
Sanford Hall was demolished in October and now improvements to the quad are being finalized.
Atkins Library Tower Elevator and Fire Systems Upgrades
Estimated Completion: Summer 2026
Critical upgrades to safety, accessibility and operational efficiency are being applied to the Atkins Library Tower.
UREC and Popp Martin Student Union Sidewalk Modifications
Estimated Completion: Summer 2026
The sidewalk between the Popp Martin Student Union and University Recreation is being upgraded to meet ADA accessibility standards.
Parking Lot 26 Renewal
Estimated Completion: Summer 2026
The asphalt pavement on Lot 26 is being replaced.
SAC Elevator Upgrades
Estimated Completion: Fall 2026
Service and passenger elevators are being modernized.
Kennedy Building Stair Repairs
Estimated Completion: Winter 2026
The south-side exterior stairs are being replaced to repair structural damage caused by significant water runoff.
Friday Building Active Learning Classroom Renovations
Estimated Completion: Winter 2026
Some traditional lecture spaces in the Friday Building are getting an overhaul, transforming them into flexible, technology-rich environments.
Additional Projects
Greek Village HVAC and Kitchen Renovation
Estimated Completion: Fall 2026
Climate control systems and the kitchen in Greek Village is being upgraded.
Mebane Hall Roof Repairs
Estimated Completion: Fall 2026
Mebane Hall’s roof is being repaired.
Kennedy Building Roof Replacement
Estimated Completion: Fall 2026
The Kennedy Building’s roof is being replaced.
Lynch Hall Roof Replacement
Estimated Completion: Fall 2026
Lynch Hall’s roof is being replaced.
Reese Building, Memorial Hall and Fretwell Building Fire Systems Upgrade
Estimated Completion: Spring 2027
Safety systems in Reese Building, Memorial Hall and the Fretwell Building, including fire detection and suppression, are being modernized.
Multi-Building Envelope Repairs
Estimated Completion: Winter 2026
The exterior “shells” of the Kennedy, Friday and Storrs buildings are being resealed and restored.
Grigg Hall HVAC and Control Upgrade
Estimated Completion: Spring 2027
Critical air control elements in Grigg Hall are being modernized.