OtherPending225 N. Elm Street

Congdon Yards Urban Park

High Point

Description

A proposed 1.5-acre urban park featuring an elliptical lawn, amphitheater, event platform, and play area on the former Stickley site.

Impact summary

Aims to boost downtown foot traffic, complement the urban greenway, and encourage residential and commercial investment.

Applicant

Name: Earl & Kathryn Congdon Family Foundation / Business High Point
Address: 225 N. Elm StreetSee this on the map

At a glance

Hearings: 1
Public comments: 0
Total mentions: 1

Recorded in the meeting · Prosperity, Livability & Safety Committee

Discussed

Last discussed Jun 4, 2026.

Meeting timeline (1)

Jun 4, 2026

Prosperity, Livability & Safety Committee - Jun 4, 2026

A proposed 1.5-acre urban park featuring an elliptical lawn, amphitheater, event platform, and play area on the former Stickley site.

Related issues (1)

Congdon Yards Urban Park Development

A private foundation is proposing a new 1.5-acre urban park in downtown High Point to serve as a community gathering space and anchor for future housing and business growth. City officials discussed how the park could partner with municipal infrastructure like the upcoming Elm Street greenway.

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