Town of Chapel Hill hopes to begin issuing affordable housing bond this fall
After voters approved a $10 million housing bond, Chapel Hill is now trying to piece together how to issue it.
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After decades of delays, plans for the Greene Tract are finally moving forward
Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Orange County governments have agreed to move forward on plans for the Greene Tracts. Proposed developments include affordable housing, mixed-use space, a nature preserve and a school.
Meet the new executive director of housing nonprofit Community Home Trust
“All of the trends — income trends, demographic trends, trends of developing housing — are all working against us,” Dowling said. “It’s really hard to create affordable housing, it’s much harder today than it was 20 years ago.”
How post-recession conditions have led to changes in affordable housing policy
After the recession of 2008, the effects on the local housing market influenced policy decisions in Chapel Hill, presenting many issues to affordable housing that have continued to bleed into the decade.
A tale of two towns: The rise of luxury apartments amid affordable housing efforts
The Town of Chapel Hill suggests that affordable housing should cost no more than 30 percent of a household's income. However, the number of new "luxury" developments is increasing despite affordable housing efforts
Amid affordability concerns, Carrboro's 180 West Apartments' new owner plans renovations
The 180 West Apartment Homes in Carrboro was acquired by an Atlanta-based firm and will be undergoing renovations and a renaming.
Tiny Homes Village to provide housing for those with mental health conditions
For individuals with mental illnesses or other health conditions, finding affordable and livable properties can raise challenges. The UNC School of Social Work, working with a local nonprofit, has found a solution through tiny homes.
Extra income or a neighborhood nuisance? How Chapel Hill grapples with Airbnbs
“Any new Chapel Hill regulations will affect not only those property owners who use the STR system for profit, but also residents like us for whom the system simply makes it possible to plan for the future." Following multiple other cities, including Raleigh, Chapel Hill's Short-Term Rental Task Force will be recommending regulations on short-term rentals, like Airbnb, to the Town Council. Chapel Hill residents have mixed opinions on short-term rentals as some think they are beneficial for the Town and some do not.
Here's how Chapel Hill is working to preserve affordable housing
The Town's affordable housing preservation strategy is organized around three key objectives: preserve affordable housing, improve or maintain quality of affordable housing and support tenant protections for households at risk of displacement.
Advocates demand town council candidates pay attention to affordable housing
After just over an hour, the marchers’ ‘Housing is crucial, so make yourself useful’ chants came to an end, but not their mission to propose and promote affordable housing.
Warehouse Apartments sale generates upgrades and rent increases for residents
The Preiss Company, a student housing real estate investor based in Raleigh, recently acquired the apartments from the previous owner, the New York City-based Clarion Partners.
Affordable housing project for senior citizens coming to Hillsborough
Habitat for Humanity is building an affordable living community exclusively for the elderly in Orange County.
New director Emila Sutton brings experience to Orange County housing department
Sutton has worked for several notable organizations that focus on housing and homelessness. Her expertise will be valuable as Orange County navigates issues surrounding affordable housing.
How Glen Lennox will honor women trailblazers during its renovations
Glen Lennox's latest redevelopment project plans to honor feminine trailblazers by naming new buildings after women like Gwendolyn Harrison and Lucienne Day.
Chapel Hill Town Council talks technology, housing and overcoming language barriers
The Chapel Hill Town Council discussed upgrading technology, creating language support programs and developing affordable housing at Wednesday's meeting.
UNC first-year hopes to 'provide a youthful perspective' on county advisory board
The Orange County Board of Commissioners appointed the Affordable Housing Advisory Board’s newest members on Sept. 17, including a first-year student at UNC.
Chapel Hill Town Council looks to reassess short-term rental regulations
Some residents of the town have been concerned about the potential effects of short-term rentals in the area.
Orange County Habitat for Humanity talks home, health and safety in a new panel series
This discussion was the first of a panel series, called Home is the Key, which is being hosted in celebration of 35 years of impact for Habitat for Humanity of Orange County. The series will continue through October and November with two more panel discussions.
What happens when 10 students live in a house meant for four?
501A North St., zoned as a single-family residence, was recently condemned for having 10 students living inside.
How off-campus student living affects Chapel Hill residents
For some students, off-campus living is a rite of passage. For others, it's the next step in the natural progression of college life. But for local residents, it can be burden.
