After years of speculation and anticipation, Wegmans is officially in Charlotte.

Mecklenburg County has just approved a $34.7 million construction permit, signaling the official launch of construction on the legendary family-owned grocer’s newest location in Ballantyne.

$34.7 Million Investment in Charlotte

The approved permit — Project #470172 — covers the development of Wegmans Store #158, which will rise along North Community House Road. The new 112,162-square-foot building will be a Type 2B mercantile facility, constructed with noncombustible, unprotected materials, designated under occupancy type “M” for retail use.

This new facility will represent a major investment in Charlotte’s growing retail landscape. According to public records, Wegmans spent $15.8 million acquiring two par

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