HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 05-04-2006-9aORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: May 4, 2006
Action Agenda
Item No. Q_ q
SUBJECT: Consolidated Housinq Plan Annual Update/HOME Program
DEPARTMENT: Housing/Community Dev, PUBLIC HEARING: (Y/N) No
ATTACHMENT(S): INFORMATION CONTACT:
Resolution Tara L. Fikes, 245-2490
Annual Update Summary
PURPOSE: To adopt a resolution approving the 2006 Consolidated Housing Plan Annual
Update; the proposed HOME Program Activities for 2006-2007 and to authorize the Manager to
implement the HOME Program as approved by the BOCC including the ability to execute
agreements with partnering non-profit organizations after consultation with the County Attorney,
BACKGROUND: In 2005, a Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development
Programs in Orange County was developed and approved by the U,S, Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD). This document details the housing needs of very low income,
low income and moderate-income families and special population groups in addition to outlining
the strategies and plans for addressing those needs, The Consolidated Plan is required for all
communities receiving HOME funds (Orange County HOME Consortium) and CDBG
entitlement funds (Yawn of Chapel Hill),
Each year, local communities are required to submit an Annual Update to the Consolidated
Plan to the State HUD Office by May 15~h. This Update includes the 2006-2007 Community
Development Plan for the Town of Chapel Hill and the 2006-2007 HOME Program Action Plan
for the Orange County HOME Consortium, Public hearings were held by the Chapel Hill Town
Council on .lanuary 30 and March 27 and by the BOCC on February 9, 2006 to receive citizen
comments regarding the Update prior to development and subsequent submission to HUD.
The HOME Program Review Committee comprised of an elected official from each local elected
board as well as the Manager or his representative reviewed applications for HOME Program
funding and developed the proposed HOME Program Design for the 2006-2007 Program Year.
A total of six (6) applications were received from local non-profit organizations and other local
governmental units requesting approximately $1,075,000, There is approximately $884,027
available in HOME funds, HOME Program income, and HOME Program match funds available
far Fiscal Year 2006-2007, The recommended program design is detailed in the attached
resolution,
Among the projects included in the program design is funding for infrastructure development in
the Highland Woods subdivision in the Northern Fairview neighborhood in Hillsborough by the
local affiliate of Habitat for Humanity. It should be noted that Habitat also recently submitted an
application for housing bond money in the amount of $116,250 far land acquisition in this
subdivision. Additionally, during a February joint meeting with the Town of Hillsborough,
interest was expressed in Habitat pursuing the purchase of an undeveloped "triangle" or parcel
of land in that area that could later by become open space in the neighborhood. That
information has been conveyed to Habitat staff for consideration at the time of land acquisition.
A public comment period as required by HUD was established for April 19 -May 19, 2006 by
notice in the Chapel Hill Herald. Copies of the Annual Update were made available at the
Chapel Hill and Orange County Public Libraries.
Further, in accordance with the Orange County HOME Consortium Agreement approved in
June 2005 the HOME Program Design for each year must be approved by all jurisdictions prior
to submission to HUD. The Program Design is scheduled far approval by Chapel Hill on April
24, the Town of Carrbora on May 2, and by Hillsborough on May 8.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: The Orange County HOME Consortium is scheduled to receive
approximately $665,560 in federal housing program funding. The required total local
government match is $149,751. Orange County s share of the match is $59,900. Additionally,
the HOME Program has received $135,272 in program income that must be reinvested into the
HOME Program. Therefore, the total amount of HOME funds available is $950,583.
RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board adopt the resolution
approving the 2006 Consolidated Housing Plan Annual Update and the proposed HOME
Program Activities for 2006-2007. Additionally, the Manager recommends that the BOCC
authorize the Manager to implement the HOME Program as approved by the BOCC including
the ability to execute agreements with partnering non-profit organizations after consultation with
the County Attorney.
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12ESOLUTiON AUTHORIZING
THE ORANGE COUNTY 2006-2007 HOME PROGRAM DESIGN
AND 2005-2006 HOME PROGRAM AMENDMENT
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Orange County Board of Commissioners as a member of the Orange
County HOME Consortium approve the following activities for the 2006-2007 HOME Program..
Property Acquisition
Funds would be allocated to the Chrysalis Foundation to acquire property for a permanent supportive
housing project that would provide housing for chronically homeless individuals and families.
(Req:restedantount $200,000) $1OQ027
Homebuyer Assistance
Funds would be allocated to Orange Community Housing and Land Trust to provide down-payment
assistance for up to 12 newly constructed townlromes in the Waterstone development in Hillsborough.
The dwelling units will be developed by the private sector, and then placed in the Land Trust.. Eligible
families would be first-time homebuyers with incomes below 80% of median income.
(Requestednnraunt: $!20,000) $120,000
Funds would be allocated to EmPOWERment. to provide second modgages to eight (8) first-time
homebuyers earning less than 80% of the area median income.
(Requested mtrount: $159,000) $159,000
Operational Support
Funds would be allocated to Orange Community Housing and Land Trust as a Community Housing
Development Organization for administrative expenses,
(Requestednmount: $IS,000) $15,000
New Construction
Funds would be allocated to I-Iabitat for Humanity to provide funding for infrastructure development of
the Highland Woods subdivision in the Northem Fairview community in Hillsborough..
(Requested nnro:uu: $240,000) $240,000
Funds would be allocated to Habitat for Humanity to provide funding for infrastructure development of
Phase II of the Rusch Hollow project located on Ruselr Road in Chapel Hill. Habitat plans to build at
least 12 dwelling units for sale to first-time homebuyers earning less than 60% of the area median income.
(Requested amount: $2.50,000) $250,000
Program Administration
TOTAL HOME PROGRAM FUNDS
$ 66,566
$950,593
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Orange County Board of Commissioners as a member
of the Orange County HOME Consortium approve following amendment for 2005-2006 HOME Program
at the request of the Town of Flillsborough.
The reallocation of $ l OQ000,front Property AcgrrisitiordReknbilitntion in the Northem Fairview
community to New Construction to provide partial funding for infrastructure development in the
proposed Highland Woods subdivision in the Northern Fairview community.
SE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Manager is hereby designated as the authorized
representative of the County to act in connection with the submission of this plan and to provide such
additional information as may be required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
This the 4th day of May 2006.
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Housing and Community
Development
Consolidated Plan
Annual Update 2006
County of Orange, North Carolina
Town of Carrboro, North Carolina
Town of Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Town of Hillsborough, North Carolina
Orange County (Lead Entity)
200 South Cameron Street
Post Office Box 8181
Hillsborough, Narth Carolina 27278
(919) 245-2490
(919) 644-3056 Fax
www.co.orange.nc.us
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Orange County is well known for its rich history, outstanding educational and employment
opportunities, and diverse and friendly citizens. Nestled in the hills of the North Carolina
Piedmont, Orange County is located strategically between the Research Triangle Park and the
Triad cities of Greensboro, Winston-Salem and High Point. With more than 100,000 citizens,
Orange County includes historic Hillsborough, the County seat, Chapel Hill, home of the
University of North Carolina, and Carrboro, a former railroad and mill town. When Orange
County was founded in 1752, five Native American tribes lived in this area. The Town of
Hillsborough was the center of North Carolina politics in the colonial era and hosted the state's
Constitutional Convention in 1778, where North Carolina delegates demanded that a Bill of
Rights be added before they would ratify the U,S. Constitution.
Orange County lies on the western edge of the Research Triangle area, which is anchored on
three sides by UNC-Chapel HiII, North Carolina State University and Duke University. Research
Triangle Park is home to leading technological companies and institutions. Orange County is
part of the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, North Carolina Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA)
which comprises six Counties in the Research Triangle Area..
Housing Market Analysis
General Market Conditions
Orange County's population has increased by mare than 25% between 1990 and 2000 (rising
from 93,662 to 118,227). The County is expected to experience continued growth through 2010,
with the population increasing to a projected 140,750, The North Carolina Office of State
Planning estimates that the population in the County in 2003 is 120,881, While most of the
County's population is centered in Chapel Hill (46,798 in 2000), the areas experiencing the most
rapid growth are Carrboro and Hillsborough, It is estimated that almost one-third (32%) of
Chapel Hill's population are students enrolled at the University of North Carolina, Over 40% of
the County's population lives in Chapel Hill. Less than 20% of the population lives in other
municipalities with the remaining 39.4% living in the remainder of Orange County. The number
of households in Orange County, according to the 2000 Census, was 45,863, which represents
a 27% increase in households since 1990.
1'he racial composition of Orange County is changing. As a percentage of the total population,
whites make up 78 % of the County and the Town of Chapel Hill. Blacks comprise 13.8 % of
Orange County (11 % of Chapel Hill). The most dramatic increase in racial groups is in the
Hispanic community, where the population grew from 1,279 in 1990 to 5,273 by 2000,
representing a 312,3% increase and 4.5% of the total population in Orange County, The Asian
population grew 105.2% during this same period and now makes up 4.1% of the total
population.
The unemployment rates for Orange County have been 2% or mare below the statewide
unemployment rates and about 3% to 4% below the national unemployment rates for the past
10 years. In Orange County, unemployment has ranged from a low of only 1.1% in 1999 to a
high of 3.2% in 2002.
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Median household income is likewise much higher than state and national averages. In 2004,
the median household income for Orange County was $69,800. This represents a 49% increase
in median income aver the past 10 years,. The median income in Orange County is about 20%
higher than the median family income for North Carolina and 21% higher than the national
average.. The estimated median family income in Chapel Hill is over $86,000.. In terms of per
capita income, Orange County ranks fourth among all Counties in North Carolina and third
among Counties located in the Triangle region of North Carolina, according to data obtained
from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis..
Housing Market Conditions
In 1990, the total number of housing units in Orange County was 38,683, During the period
1990 to 2000, the total number of housing units increased by 27,4% to 49,289 units. Also during
this period, the number of owner-occupied units increased by 32,4% and represented over one-
half of all housing units in Orange County. In 2000, owner-occupied housing in Chapel Hill
represented 43% of all occupied units, In renter-occupied housing, structures with five or more
units continue to be the majority of the housing stock at 52.9% in 2000.
Average and median sales prices of both new and existing homes in Orange County for 2004
exceed $100,000, The lowest prices are reflected in the sales of condominiums and
townhouses, Sales prices for new detached homes exceed $250,000 for both new and existing
homes, The average sales price for unincorporated Orange Counfy in 2004 was $296,890. In
2004, 20% of homes sold for less than $160,000 down from 24% in 2003 and 29% in 2002,
Almost two-thirds of single-family homes sold in 2004 had a sales price of $200,000 or mare
with almost one half of those having a sales price over $350,000. Housing in the Chapel Hill
area is currently among the most expensive in the Research Triangle region. In 2003, the
average purchase price of a home in Orange County rose from about $261,895 to $280,592, In
Chapel Hill, the average purchase price was $320,913, Since 2000, the average purchase price
has increased 22,4% in Chapel Hill.
Rental housing in Orange County is dominated by larger apartment developments-those with
five or more units- which represent 52,9% of the renter-occupied housing in the County, The
median gross rent (rent plus utility expenses) for 2000 was $684, The 2005 fair market rents
(FMR) far atwo-bedroom apartment in Orange County is $779,
Public Housing Programs
The Orange County Department of Housing and Community Development is responsible for the
administration of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. The Department does not
operate public housing developments, Currently, the Department administers approximately 623
units of Section 8 assistance with approximately 1,278 people remaining an a waiting list as of
February 2006.
The Town of Chapel Hill Department of Housing administers 336 units of low-rent housing
located at 13 sites (12 in Chapel Hill and one in Carrboro), The department's goal is to refurbish
all 336 units of public housing over afive-year cycle using Community Development Block Grant
funds to pay for refurbishing work. The Department does not administer Section 8 tenant-based
rental assistance, According to its most recent PHA plan, there is a waiting list of 220 persons
for housing assistance from the Tawn of Chapel Hill's Department of Hcusing.
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Housing Needs Assessment
Renter Households
One-half of all renter households experience a housing problem, which represents a 0.8%
reduction since 1990, The percentage of extremely low-income renters who experience housing
problems has increased overall since 1990. However, among extremely low- income, very low-
income and low-income renters, there has been an overall reduction in the number of housing
problems.
Owner Households
Over 20% of all owner households experience a housing problem, which represents a 0,3%
increase since 1990, The percentage of extremely low-income owners who experience a cost
burden over 50% increased since 1990 to 49.3%.. During this same period, however, extremely
low income owners experienced a slight decrease in any housing problems and in cost burdens
of more than 30%. Among very low-income and low-income owners, there has been an overall
increase in the number of housing problems,
Disproportionate Needs
Among renters, Hispanic households experience a disproportionately higher percentage of
housing problems' in Orange County. Among homeowners, African Americans, Hispanics and
Asian Americans experience a disproportionately higher percentage of housing problems. When
looking at all households (renters and owners), Hispanic and Asian American households
experience a disproportionately higher percentage of housing problems. Very low-income
households (those earning less than half of the area's median income) and extremely low-
income households (those earning less than 30% of the area median income) have the greatest
number of housing problems, whether renters or homeowners,
Supportive Housing for Non-Homeless Persons with Special Needs
In examining supportive housing for persons with special needs, Orange County has considered
the needs of the elderly, persons with disabilities (including mental, physical and
developmental), alcohol and substance abusers and persons with HIV/AIDS..
People with supportive housing needs have special housing and care needs, largely because
they are out of the workforce and/or have substantial medical and care requirements. The types
of housing for the elderly (and all those with supportive housing needs) vary depending on the
services needed to meet the requirements of the residents, In general, those who provide
special housing needs offer an array of services. Efforts are made to ensure maximum
independence in the least restrictive setting, but onsite support of those with special needs is
often required,
' Households with housing problems are those households occupying units without a complete kitchen or
bathroom, that contain more than one person per room and/or that pay more than 30% of their income to
cover housing expenses.
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Service providers for people with special needs face substantial challenges. In 2000, there were
7,164 elderly households in Orange County, of which, 61.2 % were low-income.
Developmentally disabled and mentally ill in the County both need case management, support
services, and cutpatient treatment services for monitoring and treatment. Alcohol and substance
abusers have access to outpatient services in Orange County, but are required to go out of the
County for residential treatment..
Orange County had 16 reported cases of HIV disease and eight cases of AIDS in 2004, This
represents a marked increase in the number of AIDS and HIV cases, While prevention, medical
and support services are available to people with HIV/AIDS, there is also a greater need far
permanent supportive housing,
Lead-Based Paint Hazards
Lead poisoning is one of the worst environmental threats to children in the United States, While
anyone exposed to high concentrations of lead can become poisoned, the effects are most
pronounced among young children,
There are as many as 12,058 occupied housing units in Orange County that contain lead-based
paint, Of these units with lead-based paint, 6,001 are owner-occupied and 6,057 are occupied
by renters. Up to 5,276 houses may have deteriorated lead-based paint, According to the 2000
Census, there are 16,540 households with annual incomes below $30,000, Applying the
assumption that as much as 35% of these low-income households contain lead-based paint
hazards results in an estimated 5,789 low-income households with lead-based paint hazards in
Orange County.
Barriers to Affordable Housing
As with other types of development, Orange County's supply of affordable housing is dictated by
a variety of factors, the most significant being project affordability, availability of land and
infrastructure, developer preference far building high-end housing, and government regulation,
To address the Educational Impact Fee, the Orange County Board of Commissioners adopted
an impact fee reimbursement policy, which provides funds to nonprofit housing developers
constructing rental and owner-occupied housing to enable them to pay the fee without passing
the cost to the prospective renters or homebuyers. With this reimbursement, the Board works to
alleviate barriers to affordable housing.
Impediments to Fair Housing
Based on the County's analysis of impediments affecting the furtherance of fair housing,
appropriate strategies have been designed and implemented to eliminate or reduce the impact
of those barriers, The following recommendations included in the "Fair Housing Plan" promote
fair housing within Orange County:
Increase the educational opportunities and provide training relating to Fair Housing through
workshops, forums and presentations
Target specific protected groups far fair housing information
Continue to consult with local lending institutions regarding their Community Reinvestment
Act activities.
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• Provide training to housing providers and consumers about their obligations and rights
Homeless Assessment
Based on a point-in-time count conducted on January 25, 2006, the total number of homeless
people in Orange County was 237, Eighty-three (83) homeless persons in were in families,
including 51 children,. Additionally, 39 chronically homeless persons were documented. These
numbers, however, do not include people who are doubled up, that are without a legal
residence of their own and temporarily staying with another person. The Orange County
Continuum of Care, with the Orange Person Chatham (OPC) Area Program serving as the lead
agency, coordinates the resources and services to support the homeless in Orange County.
There are prevention, outreach and supportive services available to Orange County homeless
to help alleviate their needs.
There is also an Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness which has formed following
the National Alliance to End Homelessness plan, "Mow to End Homelessness in Ten Years." In
March 2005, the governing bodies of Orange County committed funds to the Initiative and
authorized the creation of a workgroup to begin the process. The workgroup identified
community stakeholders and formed a formal Steering Committee with representatives from the
County and Town governing bodies and management; law enforcement agencies; school
systems; United Way; County and Town Chambers of Commerce; Economic Development
Corporation; business community; health care agencies; lending institutions; and the Builders
Association. Following the National Alliance to End Homelessness plan, the workgroup has
gathered research and data on homelessness and begun the process of creating aten-year
plan to end homelessness far Orange County.
The Orange County Continuum of Care, with the Orange Person Chatham (OPC) Area Program
serving as the lead agency, coordinates the resources and services to support the homeless in
Orange County. There are prevention, outreach and supportive services available to Orange
County homeless to help alleviate their needs. There is also a vision to create a 10 year plan to
end chronic homelessness through the support of the Triangle Alliance to Resolve Chronic
Homeless (TARCH).
Non-Housing Community Development
Orange County and the Tawn of Chapel Hill believe that true community revitalization requires a
comprehensive set of strategies to ensure success. Rehabilitating or constructing residential
structures without improving the physical, social and economic environment in which they are
located does not automatically revitalize neighborhoods.
The public spaces and infrastructure used to support community development includes public
facilities, including neighborhood facilities, parks and numerous health facilities far specialized
care and medical research. The area's infrastructure includes water and wastewater treatment
facilities that provide sufficient server capacity to all townships. Streets include two major
interstates as well as hundreds of miles of primary and secondary highways. Public services
include support to handicapped and substance abuse services, employment training, health
services, and transportation for a wide variety of needs.
Anti-crime measures and youth programs work in and out of the school system to provide
awareness for students and increase public safety. There are three senior centers that provide
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classes, wellness programs, trips, and lunches for area seniors, Orange County and its Towns
also provide small business owners with a variety of information and assistance to promote area
economic development. The Orange County and Town of Chapel Hill Planning and Inspections
Department implements land use and environmental policies, zoning, building construction and
standards through a system of regulations to promote stable and quality development,
Annual Strategic Plan
As a growing community, the Orange County and the Town of Chapel Hill must successfully
balance a diverse array of housing and community development issues. Given the range of
competing needs, the community must invest its scarce public resources wisely, Therefore, as a
general principle, the Town will attempt to expend public funds in a way that leverages the
commitment of private sector support whenever possible,
The following presentation utilizes this performance-centered approach to outline the County
and Town's approach to housing and community development in the upcoming year.. This
approach includes identifying goals, objectives and strategies; determining what resources are
necessary to achieve these goals; analyzing and evaluating performance data; and using that
data to drive improvements in organization. All objectives and performance indicators are based
on a one year time frame.
Goal 1 m Decent and Affordable Housing for Lower-Income Households
Priorit 1.2 -Low income renters <6r)% AMI that live in suhstandard housing
Strategies: Continue to fund the rehabilitation of existing rental housing units
- Monitor and enforce rent and property standards far completed projects
- Leverage existing Town and County resources by utilizing the federal low income tax credit, HUD
Section 202 and 811, and other programs to construct new rental housing
- Provide educational opportunities related to fair housing, tenant rights, etc
Continue to dialogue with the University of North Carolina -Chapel Hill on issues that affect
affordable rental o ortunities in the area
Output Indicators: - 32 additional affordable rental units (Orange County/Chapel Hill)
- 20 low income renters receive HOME funded rental assistance. (Orange County)
- 51 units of renovated public housing (Chapel Hill)
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Priorit 1.4 -Low-income renters <80% AMI that are otential homebuyers
Strategies: - Provide down-payment and closing cost assistance to qualified homebuyers
- Provide homebuyer education and counseling with an emphasis on credit
- Provide acquisition, infrastructure, predevelopment and/or construction funding to eligible non-
profits and for-profits to develop affordable housing opportunities
- Establish homeownershi ro ram to assist existin Section 8 reci tents
Output Indicators: - Provide waledsewer service for a subdivision assisting 20 additional lower income homebuyers
Oran e Count /Cha el Hill
Pnont 1.5 -Eliminate barriers to affordable housin
Strategies: - Challenge and encourage non-profit and for-profit affordable housing providers to share resources
and collaborate
- Seek legislation that would require all local governments to require new residential and commercial
developers in the County and Towns seeking zoning approval and/or permits to contain at least
15% affordable units in residential projects
- Utilize equity sharing and community land tmst concepts to limit the dramatic escalation of housing
costs
Output Indicators: 11 units of new affordable housing in mixed income developments (Orange CountylChapel Hill)
- Increased awareness of barriers to affordable housin Oran a Coun ICha el HIII
Goal 2 -Provide Housing and Services for Populations with Special Needs
Priority 2.2 -Continuum of services for special populations including older adults, disabled, mentally ill, persons with AIDS and
at-risk outh
Strategies: Promote and make public service funds available to agencies that serve identified special
populations
- Partner with other funding agencies to encourage the development of transitional housing (SRO's,
group homes) chat is service-enriched
- Continue to strengthen partnership with local service providers
- Support applications for federal supportive housing funds
Provide property acquisition funding to eligible non-profits and for-profits to develop permanent
housin for those with s eclat needs
Output Indicators: - 5 additional permanent housing units for those with special needs (Orange County)
- Provide communit services to 61 area outh Cha el HiII
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Goal 3 -Promote Neighborhood and Economic Development
Priority 3 1-Promote revitalization in selected Chapel Hill neighhorhoods and economic development in general throughout fhe I,
Count
Strategies: - Strengthen partnerships with neighborhood associations (community pride, education, family
services, etc) ',
- Work with neighborhoods to design and implement specific beautification strategies, including
neighborhood cleanups
- Promote recreational opportunities for area youth
- Prioritize one to two neighborhoods located in Chapel Hill and develop revitalization plans
accordingly
- Concentrate Town funding in selected neighborhoods to create maximum impact. Programs may
include redevelopment activities, CHDO Development-Infill and various rehabilitation programs,
Build community capacity and better coordinate neighborhood services through the regular
dissemination of information. Examples may include Community Development Day workshops,
self-help workshops, activity updates, etc.
- Continue to work with area Chambers of Commerce and others to promote the economic
development of the community
- Coordinate effort of various Town departments to concentrate resources into selected
net hborhoods
Output Indicators: - Development of a small area plan for the Rogers Road Neighborhood and a Neighborhood
Conservation District for the Pine Knolls neighborhood (Chapel Hill)
- Promote coun wide artnershi s that are dedicated to the economic develo merit of the Coun
Anti-Poverty Strategy
The 2000 Census reported that 15,318 people in Orange County (14..1%) had incomes below
the poverty level-an increase of 3,576 people since 1990. In addition to their housing
problems, they often have other social service needs. They face a variety of problems that
prevent them from improving their economic situation, escaping poverty and obtaining adequate
and affordable housing.
Orange County and the Town of Chapel Hill have targeted significant CDBG and HOME
resources within core low-income areas to execute its anti-poverty strategies. These resources
will act as catalysts to invite additional public and private investment of capital and services;
increase the quantity and quality of affordable housing; and help low to moderate-income
residents acquire needed information, knowledge and skills to improve their employment
opportunities.
The anti-poverty strategy is the unifying thread that ties the housing, homeless, public housing
and non-housing community development strategies together as one comprehensive plan for
reducing the number of families that fall below the poverty level. The strategic plan, goals and
objectives noted throughout this part promote self-sufficiency and empowerment.
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Annual Action Plan
The following tables show the proposed scurces and uses of funding
County for the fiscal year 2006-2007 from the U,S, Department of
Development. More detailed descriptions are provided in the Annual
document.
available to Orange
Housing and Urban
Plan portion of this
Fiscal Year 2006.2007 Funding
Source of Funds Amount
Community Development Block Grant $598,309
HGME Investment Partnership Program $665,560
HGME Matching Funds $149,751
HOME Residual Funds $111,660
HOME Pro ram Income $135,272
Total $1,660,552
Fiscal Year 2006.2007 Fundin
Uses of Funds Amount
HOME Program
Homeownership Assistance - OCHLT $120,OD0
Property Acquisition $100,027
Second Mortgage Assistance $159,D00
New Construction -(Infrastructure) HOH-Purefoy Drive $240,000
New Construction - (Infrastructure) HOH -Hillsborough $250,000
Operational Support $ 15,000
Administration $ 66,566
Community Development Block Grant
Renovation of Public Housing $210,000
Acquisition: EmPOWERment, Inc. $ 76,809
Homeownership Assistance: Orange Community Trust $120,000
Community Services $ 73,500
Pro ram Administration $118,000
Total $1,5,48,902
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Fiscal Year 2005.2006 HOME Program Funding Amendment
Uses of Funds Amount
FROM: Property Acquisition/Rehabilitation
T0: New Construction (Infrastructure) Highland Woods $100,000
$100,000
Total $100,000
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Proposed Activities and Proposed Projects
HOME Program Activities and Projects
1, Property Acquisition: $100,027
The following projects are proposed for funding.
$100,027 to the Chrysalis Foundation to acquire property for a permanent supportive
housing project, The Foundation proposes to develop a project that focuses on serving
the homeless in Orange Ccunty, with specific emphasis on addressing chronic
homelessness.
2, Second Mortgage Assistance: $279,000
Funds will be allocated to the following agencies for second mortgage assistance:
$159,000 to EmPOWERment Incorporated to provide second mortgages to eight first
time homebuyers earning less than 80% of the area median income.
$120,000 to the Orange Community Housing and Land Trust for downpayment
assistance for up to 12 newly constructed townhomes in the Waterstone. Eligible
families would be first-time homebuyers with incomes below 80% of median income.
3. New Construction infrastructure Development): $490,000
• $250,000 will be allocated to Habitat for Humanity far infrastructure development of
Phase II of the Rusch Hollow project located on Rusch Road in the Rogers Road
community, Habitat would build at least twenty single-family homes on this property that
would be sold to first time homebuyers earning Tess than 60% of the area median
income,
• $240,000 will be allocated to Habitat for Humanity for infrastructure development of
Highland Woods subdivision in Northern Fairview Community in Hillsborough. Habitat
would build at least 12 single-family homes on this property that would be sold to first
time homebuyers earning less than 60% of the area median income,
4. Operational Support $15.000
$15,000 will be allocated to Orange Community Housing and Land Trust for administrative
expenses related to its HOME Program funded projects, As a designated Community Housing
Development Organization for the HOME Program, the Land Trust is eligible to receive funds far
administration of a housing program.
5. Administration: $66.566
The remaining $66,566 would be allocated to the Orange County Housing and Community
Development Department for administration of the HOME program.
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Community Development Block Grant Activities and Projects
1. Renovation of Public Housing: $210,000
• Renovation of Public Housing: $165,000
Funds would be used along with Public Housing Capital Grant funds and previously allocated
Community Development funds to renovate the North Columbia Street apartments, $15,000 of
this amount will be used to pay a portion of the Operations and Special Projects Coordinator's
salary for oversight of the renovation project,
Proposed renovation work would include the abatement of lead-based paint and asbestos,
replacement of water and sewer lines to OWASA standards, installation of new washer and
dryer hook-ups, replacement of wall and base cabinets and countertops to include new range
hoods and sinks, replacement of windows and screens, replacement of interior and exterior
doors, replacement of furnaces including air conditioning and water heaters, replacement of
floor tiles, replacement of bathtub liners and surrounds, bathroom fixtures, plumbing and
electrical upgrades, and interior and exterior painting, Funds will also be used for site
improvements including replacement of asphalt driveways and parking lots; planting new
shrubs, and replacement of storm drainage systems and retaining walls. Due to the extent of
building improvements, the relocation of residents will be required and the work will have to be
scheduled in phases..
• Refurbishing Program: $40,000
Funds would be used to continue the public housing refurbishing program, This program
includes repainting and minor repairs of public housing units.
• Playground Equipment: $5,000
Funds would be provided to purchase playground equipment for use by twenty-four public
housing apartments,
2. Property Acquisition - EmPOWERment Inc : $75,809
Funds would be provided to EmPOWERment to purchase property in the Northside or Pine
Knolls neighborhood, EmPOWERment would either demolish an existing structure on a
property and rebuild one new home, or rehabilitate one existing house on a property.
EmPOWERment would sell the home to a first time homebuyer earning less than 80% of the
area median income. Once a project is identified, prior to entering into a Performance
Agreement and distributing funds, we would work with EmPOWERment to develop a
mechanism for the long-term affordability of this project.
3. Property Acquisition -The Affordable Housing Group: $120,000
Funds would be provided to the Affordable Housing Group to purchase 2.44 acres of property
for Dobbins Hill II Apartments. This project would be in partnership with Orange Community
Housing and Land Trust and would use low-income housing tax credits to develop thirty-two
permanently affordable rental units.. The application for low-income housing tax credits is a
competitive, statewide process. There is no assurance that tax credits for this project will be
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awarded. If tax credits are not awarded to The Affordable Housing Group, the funds will be
reprogrammed for another eligible activity.
4. Community Services: $74,500
Funds would be allocated for three community service activities that meet the Community
Development regulations:
$45,000 for two projects: 1) $44,000 to continue the Youth Work Program for youths ages
14-17 living in the Pine Knolls, Northside and public housing communities.. During the
summer, at least thirty youths would work a minimum of twenty hours per week in various
Town Departments and local non-profit organizations. Youths would also be required to
participate in workshops focusing an financial education, career development, and
improving interview skills. The Police Department also proposes to enhance the program
by providing CPR training and vocational training such as resume writing, interview skills,
career exploration; and 2) $1,000 for an ongoing youth services program.
$15,000 to the Orange County Family Resource Centers to continue to operate an after
school enrichment program at the South Estes Family Resource Center located in the South
Estes Drive public housing community.
• $14,500 to the Chapel Hill-Carrboro YMCA to continue operation of an after school program
for children living in the Pine Knoiis neighborhood and the South Estes Drive public housing
community. Funds would be used to provide scholarships to eligible children.
5. Program Administration: $118,000
Funds would be used for oversight of the Community Development program and related
affordable housing programs, and coordination with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development to achieve compliance with federal regulations.
We propose to continue to use funds for a portion of the salary of a Housing and Neighborhood
Services Planner, apart-time Community Development Program Monitor, and a portion of the
salary of the Housing and Neighborhood Services Coordinator.. Funds would be used for
overhead costs such as advertising expenses, business meetings and training, supplies and
professional services.
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