The Community Development Division is committed to making the City of Concord and its neighborhoods better places to live, work, and play. Through the efforts of this Division, the City strives to provide safe, decent, affordable housing, a suitable living environment and economic opportunities, specifically for low- and moderate-income individuals and communities. The City has several programs in place to accomplish this goal. These programs are federally funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Act Programs.
News/Events/Annoucements
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces $69 Million in New Investments
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On September 5, 2024,the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced $69.1 million in awards to properties across 10 states under its Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP) to support significant energy efficiency and climate resilience renovations in almost 2,000 homes. These Leading Edge grants and loans will increase energy and water efficiency, reduce climate pollution, generate renewable energy, reduce housing operating costs, promote the use of green building materials, and improve the quality of life for residents by making their homes more resilient to climate hazards.. Click the title to learn more.
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HUD Awards Over $32 Million to Fight Housing Discrimination
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On September 5, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) awarded $31.7 million from its FY 2024 budget to support 75 fair housing organizations across the nation through the Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP). These funds are being directed to second- and third-year multi-year grantees of the Private Enforcement Initiative (PEI) to continue their ongoing fair housing enforcement endeavors on a national scale. Click the title to learn more.
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HUD Announces Funding to Help House Vulnerable Residents in Communities Damaged by Hurricane Beryl
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On August 28, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced nearly $3.6 million to help assist unhoused people after a natural disaster in communities across Oklahoma and Texas that were damaged by Hurricane Beryl, earlier this summer. Through HUD’s Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) program, grant awards will help cities and jurisdictions provide rapid assistance for individuals and families who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in eligible declared disaster areas—people who had historically been excluded from federal disaster assistance. This latest action highlights the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to prioritizing lifesaving actions, ensuring delivery of essential services and offering support to storm survivors across America. Click the title to learn more.
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HUD Takes Action to Support Community Living for People with Disabilities
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On August 27, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) took policy actions to support community living for people with disabilities on the heels of the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the 25th anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court decision on Olmstead v. L.C. Specifically, HUD published guidance that creates new alternative requirements and waivers that enable public housing agencies (PHAs) to better utilize Mainstream Vouchers to help persons with disabilities transition from and avoid institutional settings, in furtherance of the goals of Olmstead. Click the title to learn more.
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Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $10 Million to Help End Homelessness Among Native American Veterans
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On August 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) today announced more than $10 million to provide rental assistance and supportive housing services to Native American veterans who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Federal investment in Native American housing programs is critical to ensure the health and safety of Native Americans and Tribal communities. This announcement underscores HUD’s continued efforts to expand and improve affordable housing options for homeless Native American veterans. Click the title to learn more.
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October 29, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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The City of Concord’s Planning & Neighborhood Development Department has partnered with Prosperity Unlimited, Inc. again this year on October 29, 2024, to offer an Annual Meeting for Lenders from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and an Annual Meeting for Realtors from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. As a direct recipient of funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the City is committed to sharing information through educational events to enhance and inform others about the importance of Fair Housing laws and practices with the ultimate goal of improving our local communities.
The following topics will be discussed during these events:
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An overview of Fair Housing laws, including laws that apply to lending transactions.
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Available state and local resources for down payments and closing costs.
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Guidelines and requirements for homebuyers to qualify for assistance.
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Deadlines to secure the additional resources.
These events are free, but registration is required.
To register, either click on the appropriate links or the event flyers below:
Annual Meeting for Lenders: concordnc.gov/LendersMeeting
Annual Meeting for Realtors: concordnc.gov/RealtorsMeeting
Please consider joining us for this next educational event and thank you all for your commitment to working with and helping our citizens to achieve their dreams of owning a home.
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Announcements
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Reimagine McGill Survey Results
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In the fall of 2023, the City of Concord, in partnership with community organizations, sought residents’ input through a survey to help guide the decisions to determine how to redevelop the property that was purchased by the City on McGill Avenue, which is a major gateway between Western Concord and historic Downtown Concord. The City wanted to explore the concepts that would address a critical community need for greater access to fresh fruits and vegetables. The input from the community will help to guide the decisions for redevelopment on McGill Avenue. The survey results are now available for review. Please view the results below:
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