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Agenda - 06-19-2018 6-c - Orange County Consolidated Plan – FY 2018-2019 Revised Annual Action Plan and Proposed FY 2018-2019 HOME Activities
ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: June 19, 2018 Action Agenda Item No. 6-c SUBJECT: Orange County Consolidated Plan – FY 2018-2019 Revised Annual Action Plan and Proposed FY 2018-2019 HOME Activities DEPARTMENT: Housing and Community Development ATTACHMENT(S): 1) Resolutions 2) Draft FY 2018-2019 Revised Annual Action Plan Executive Summary 3) Revised Summary Sheet for FY2018- 2019 Proposed Projects INFORMATION CONTACT: Sherrill Hampton, Housing and Community Development Director, (919) 245-2490 PURPOSE: To consider: 1) Adoption of a Resolution approving the Consolidated Plan’s proposed FY2018- 2019 revised Annual Action Plan; 2) Adoption of a Resolution approving the proposed revised HOME Program Activities for FY 2018-2019; and 3) Authorizing the County Manager to implement the revised HOME Program as approved by the BOCC, including the ability to execute agreements with partnering non-profit organizations after consultation with the County Attorney and based on the allocation received from HUD. BACKGROUND: Each year, local communities are required to reassess the needs of the community. Orange County completed the required notice and public hearing process earlier and the Board of County Commissioners approved, by resolution, the FY 2018-2019 Annual Action Update and proposed uses of funds on May 1, 2018. However, HUD allocated a funding increase of $111,647 from the anticipated HOME budget advertised on March 13, 2018 and discussed at the Board’s public hearing held on April 3, 2018. Due to the substantial increase in funding, the County held another public hearing on June 5, 2018 as it relates to the additional funds received, revised budget and proposed use of funds. In addition, there was a 30-day comment period from May 18, 2018 – June 18, 2018, which allowed the general public to provide written comments and input on the increase in the HUD HOME allocation and proposed revised uses of the funds to be received. Notices were placed in The Herald-Sun, the News of Orange and La Noticia. Copies of the proposed revised Annual Action Plan were made available at Orange County Housing and Community 1 Development Department’s Main Office, Orange County Library and the Chapel Hill Library, as well as on the Orange County Website. All public comments received are summarized in the proposed FY 2018-2019 revised Annual Action Plan. The Orange County HOME Consortium, known as the Orange County Local Government Affordable Housing Collaborative, anticipates the following Federal financial resources for FY 2018-2019: FY 2018 HOME Funds $401,340.00 HOME Program Income $ 13,306.00 HOME Match $ 90,302.00 Total $504,948.00 The above amounts are estimates only and may be adjusted according to the exact allocation received from HUD. Given the proposed increase in HUD HOME funds to be received, the HOME Consortium, comprised of one (1) elected official and staff members from Orange County, the Town of Carrboro, Town of Chapel Hill and Town of Hillsborough, reviewed the received applications on May 22, 2018 and again on June 14, 2018 as it relates to the proposed FY 2018-2019 HOME funds and made the following revised recommendations regarding funding for consideration by each of the Consortium member jurisdictions’ elected bodies as follows: Community Home Trust - Homeowner Assistance $ 60,000.00 Empowerment, Inc. – Rental Acquisition $145,000.00 Habitat for Humanity – Homeownership $ 60,000.00 FY 2018-2019 CHDO Set-Aside Activities $ 60,201.00* Orange County – Countywide TBRA, including assistance for the Rapid Re-Housing Program $139,613.00 Administration $ 40,134.00 Total $504,948.00 (*- Denotes Orange County HOME Consortium’s CHDO Set-Aside) The requested amounts above may still be adjusted based on the exact allocation the HOME Consortium receives from HUD. While HOME funds will not be used in FY 2018-2019 to undertake single-family housing rehabilitation activities, Orange County will provide local funding for single-family housing rehabilitation activities as the need for low income owner-occupied rehabilitation was identified in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and subsequent Annual Action Plans. In accordance with the Orange County HOME Consortium Agreement, approved in May 2011, the HOME Program Design for each year must be approved by all jurisdictions prior to submission to HUD. The HOME Program Revised Design is scheduled for approval by the Town of Carrboro on June 19, 2018 and staff believes the Town of Chapel Hill will consider this item on June 27, 2018. The Town of Hillsborough will adopt the HOME Program Revised Design on June 25, 2018. The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is therefore asked to consider approval of the attached revised HOME Program Resolution. The FY 2018-2019 Revised Annual Action Plan will be submitted to HUD on or before July 2, 2018. 2 HOME Program Implementation After approval of the FY 2018-2019 Revised HOME Program Design by all Consortium participants, authorization is also requested to allow the Orange County Manger, based on the HUD allocation received, to execute agreements with partnering non-profit organizations as necessary to implement the approved revised HOME Program Design. All agreements will receive the review and approval of the County Attorney’s Office. FINANCIAL IMPACT: There is no financial impact anticipated with this item. SOCIAL JUSTICE IMPACT: The following Orange County Social Justice Goals are applicable to this item: • GOAL: FOSTER A COMMUNITY CULTURE THAT REJECTS OPPRESSION AND INEQUITY The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race or color; religious or philosophical beliefs; sex, gender or sexual orientation; national origin or ethnic background; age; military service; disability; and familial, residential or economic status. • GOAL: ENSURE ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY The creation and preservation of infrastructure, policies, programs and funding necessary for residents to provide shelter, food, clothing and medical care for themselves and their dependents. • GOAL: CREATE A SAFE COMMUNITY The reduction of risks from vehicle/traffic accidents, childhood and senior injuries, gang activity, substance abuse and domestic violence. Furthermore, the proposed HOME projects, before implementation begins, will be assessed for any environmental impacts according to HUD requirements and the appropriate action(s) will be undertaken, as specified in the environmental review process. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board: 1) Adopt a Resolution approving the Consolidated Plan’s FY 2018-2019 Revised Annual Action Plan; 2) Adopt a Resolution approving the proposed revised HOME Program Design for FY 2018-2019; and 3) Authorize the County Manager to implement the FY 2018-2019 Revised HOME Program Design, as approved by the BOCC, including the ability to execute agreements with partnering non-profit organizations, after consultation with the County Attorney and based on the allocation received from HUD. 3 RES-2018-048 Attachment 1 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF FY 2018 – 2019 Revised Annual Action Plan for the FY 2015 - 2019 CONSOLIDATED HOUSING PLAN FOR ORANGE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA BE IT RESOLVED, by the Orange County Board of Commissioners that the Commissioners authorize the County Manager to submit the Orange County Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development Programs’ FY2018-2019 Revised Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, including all understandings, assurances, and certifications required therein. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Manager is hereby designated as the authorized representative of the County to act in connection with the submission of the Annual Action Plan and to provide such additional information as may be required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This _______ of June, 2018. NOW THEREFORE BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Orange County Commissioners that this resolution is effective upon approval. Upon motion of Commissioner _______________, seconded by Commissioner _____________, the foregoing resolution was adopted this the ________ day of ____________, 2018. I, Donna S. Baker, Clerk to the Board of Commissioners for the County of Orange, North Carolina, DO THEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true copy of so much of the proceedings of said Board at a meeting held on _________________, 2018, as relates in any way to the adoption of the foregoing and that said proceedings are recorded in Minute Book No. ______ of the minutes of said Board. WITNESS my hand and seal of said County, the _______ day of ____________, 2018. ________________________________ Donna S. Baker SEAL Clerk to the Board 4 RES-2018-049 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ORANGE COUNTY FY 2018-2019 REVISED HOME PROGRAM DESIGN BE IT RESOLVED, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, as a member of the Orange County HOME Consortium, approves the following revised activities for the FY 2018– 2019 HOME Program. Second Mortgage Assistance Funds will be allocated to Orange County Habitat for Humanity to provide deferred payment, zero interest second mortgages for ten (10) homes throughout Orange County. Homes will be sold to households earning between thirty percent (30% and sixty-five percent (65%) of the area median income. (Requested amount: $60,000) $60,000 Homeownership Assistance Funds will be allocated to the Community Home Trust (CHT) to provide homebuyer financial assistance for two (2) families in the Northside and Pine Knolls Neighborhood of Chapel Hill. (Requested amount: $60,000) $60,000 Acquisition Funds will be allocated to EmPOWERment, Inc., for the acquisition of a single family property for lease to households earning 80% or less AMI. (Requested amount: $145,000) $145,000 Countywide Tenant Based Rental Assistance Funds will be allocated to the Orange County Housing and Community Development Department for assisting persons experiencing homelessness under the Rapid Re-Housing Program, as well as the provision of general rental assistance County-wide for other eligible low income persons. (Requested amount: $150,402) $139,613 CHDO Set Aside Activities Funds will be set aside for eligible Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) as it relates to eligible project activities. The Consortium will utilize a Request for Proposal (RFP) process to identify eligible projects. (FY 2018-2019’s 15% set aside required by HUD) $60,201 Program Administration $40,134 TOTAL FY 2018-2019 REVISED HOME PROGRAM FUNDS $504,948 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County 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 is the ___ day of ________, 2018 _________________________________ Mark Dorosin, Chair Orange County Board of Commissioners SEAL 5 TO{VR ORANGE COUNTY �;lls gh NORTH CAROLINA X17 ORANGE COUNTY HOME CONSORTIUM 300 W. Tryon Street Hillsborough, Nodh'Caro /lna 27278 PROGRA YEAR 2018 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN Consortium Members: Orange County, the Town of Carrboro, the Town of Chapel Hill, and the Town of Hillsborough EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY L rl FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan M, 70 z / n JIM $� [ F.; AP -05 Executive Summary - 91,200(c), 91.220(b) 1. Introduction Orange County, North Carolina, is an entitlg ent c7 Housing & Urban Development's (HUD) H0 9h i 62 f representative member of the Orangenty O. Eo local governments are able to joi toPt form a c "� funding for affordable housing. _� N rare unty HOA members: Orange County, the T n �Carrboro, 1_h, T Hillsborough. The Town q -- - _ also receives FeN (CDBG) funding each _; ar. _a range " our is t ?ar is Consortium. _� Orange County HOME Consortium f ity under the U.S. Department of °artnerships Program (HOME). It is the isorti.um. Under the HOME Program, AW 0, rtium in order to receive HOME Co rtium is made up of four (4) ,a„yn of apel Hill, and the Town of Community Development Block Grant rVing Jurisdiction (PJ) for the HOME As an entitlem •t wnify, the Ora ffh— RrAtYrequired to complete an annual application for the use of the `. ME Investn Nf ips Program (HOME) funds to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urba Develop (HU TNe Annual Action Plan is a guide to how the County will allocate its resources for speciii Z- ties that support the Goals and Objectives of the HOME Consortium's Five Year Consolidated Ian. This is the HOME Consortium's fourth Annual Action Plan of the FFY 2015 -2019 Five Year Consolidated Plan. The Five Year Plan describes the housing and non - housing needs of County residents and presents a five -year strategy to address those needs. The FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan for the Orange County HOME Consortium includes the Consortium's HOME Program and outlines which activities the Consortium will undertake during the program year. The Federal Fiscal Year begins October 1st and ends September 30th of each year. The Orange County Fiscal Year begins July 1st and ends June 30th of each year. The Federal Fiscal Year is abbreviated as "FFY" and the Orange County Program Year is abbreviated as "PY." This Annual Action Plan is for funds from Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2018 which began on October 1, 2018 and which will end on September 30, 2019. Therefore, the Annual Action Plan is FFY 2018. However, it is for the Orange County Program Year of 2019. OMB Controf No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 1 :V FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium The FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan outlines the actions to be undertaken in Federal Fiscal Year 2018 with the Federal resources to be received by the Orange County HOME Consortium. The FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan excludes the Town of Chapel Hill's CDBG program since the Town is a Federal Entitlement that receives its own CDBG allocation from HUD. The Orange County HOME Consortium will receive approximately $401,340 from HOME funds for the FFY 2018 program year. The Orange County HOME Consortium also anticipates receiving approximately $13,306 in program income and the Consortium members will provide $90,302 in HOME Match. FFY 2018 Budget: Orange County proposes to undertake the following aSq..y ies with the FFY 2018 HOME funds: • Habitat for Humanity - Second Mortgag �>A994-tanc9 $60,000.00 • Community Home Trust - Homeownfif ssi 5 ce: $60,201.00* • EmPOWERment, Inc. - AcquisitiQn1 s 0001 0 • Inter -Faith Council for Social S -rvi cg B A $25 00 w0 • Orange County - Housi • Orange County - Couni • Administration: 40-Mi" Total: $504,94B$07 504,94 , 0 * Denotes ha b1 itati $49,211, le TBR : $125,40 - ik E Con galium' DO Set -Aside Project. Five Year Conso�l'dad Plan: The Five Year Consolidated Plan- elied pon efforts of many individuals, organizations and citizens, in the development of a com ehensive strategy to address the needs of the County. The goal of Orange County is to improve the quality of life for County residents by funding improvements to public facilities, infrastructure, public services, and by retaining and increasing the stock of affordable owner and rental housing units. This planning process also involves an analysis of HUD Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, which provides statistical data on housing needs. To prepare its estimates and projections, the 2007 -2011 American Community Survey Estimates and the 2010 U.S. Census were used. This data is the most current information available to assess housing needs, homeless needs, special needs, social service needs, economic development needs, and other related needs. In HUD's assessment of Consortia across the country, those who truly meet the HOME program goals to address the most pressing affordable housing needs look less at geographic boundaries OMB Control No: 2506- 0117(exp.07/31/2015) 2 9 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium in their operations. Those Consortia allocate funding according to local needs, the capacity to use the funds, and a regional strategy that addresses the broader housing needs of the Consortium as a whole —for the success and betterment of the whole —for a better quality of life and economic vitality for all the communities individually and collectively. Greatest Needs; According to the 2012 -2016 American Community Survey 5 -Year Estimates the elderly population of Orange County (age 62 and above) is 20,272 persons which represents 14.5% of the total County's population. As the County's population ages in place, there will be less available elderly units and a higher demand for those units. As part of the Master Aging Plan, Orange County aims to offer an array of housing options that reflects the diverse preferences and abilities of an olde adult population. Orange County needs to conceptualize a continuum of housing types t= acco- odate rapid growth in its senior population and invest in the development of pre�e-rre . housi_ g models. There is a great need for housing rehabil moderate - income persons. The housin. to poor. Many of the higher quality en to the universities. The lower qua_tV- code enforcement is needed to aress There is also a lack o�a cesslb ousir physically disabled P' -se�y, there are 10 Projects in Oran CAO)y t _ ; 'F tea' There is a co ntl ng need for " aka existing housing is g erally so�fd and e housing stock occupied by low- and ;k isV1fid the re.. al housing units range from fair 0 g units are I_ ted in the urban centers and close -a ding units�f re loc I d in the rural areas. Improved e housin- efi ncies. units in th ounty that serve the needs of the l accesslelausing units for the disabled in LIHTC ' and "accessible" housing in Orange County. The lRvappears to be an adequate supply of market -rate housing. However, there is a lac0- affo dable housing. The County has a growing population, and new construction and rehabilita work is increasing again as evidenced by the number of building and renovation permits issued throughout the County. Real estate values continue to rise, which benefits property owners and most homeowners. However, these rising real estate values negatively impact very low -, low -, and moderate - income households who are increasingly cost - overburdened in their homes by 30 to 50 percent or greater; additionally, this hurts those who cannot find affordable housing and are having to increasingly seek housing outside of the County or live in substandard conditions not by choice, but by necessity. Housing values (both rental and owner - occupied) have increased with the rise in the number of households to the area. This increase has been especially burdensome on low- and moderate - income renter households. A decrease in the quality and the quantity of affordable rental housing has placed many of the very low- income households at imminent risk of becoming homeless. OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp.07 /31/2015) i[t; FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium It is estimated that there are approximately 1,600 owner and renter occupied housing units that are suitable for rehabilitation work in Orange County. However, the cost of rehabilitation exceeds the income and assets of many low- and moderate- income persons. Therefore, many of these housing units will remain vacant and or, in substandard, deteriorating conditions since the financial resources are not available to rehabilitate the housing units. There is a need for increased local, State, Federal, and private funds to provide financial assistance to lower income families to rehabilitate properties for more affordable housing. In addition, 21,663 housing units (38.38 %) were built before 1980, and therefore have a potential to be a lead -based paint hazard. For orange County, it is estimated that 15% of low or moderate income families living in owner- occupied units are at risk of lead -based paint hazards and that 25% of low or moderate income families living in rental units are at risk of lead -based paint hazards. There is a lack of affordable housing for the very -I <.Inco in Orange County. Unfortunately, there are no new funding sources for perman ' g t replaces Public Housing to meet the housing needs of the very -low income. Ty sh Id encourage and support private and non - profit development entities to nd tip re 1 HTC hi h quality affordable housing developments throughout the County es i rith e ur ba _areas (though in urban areas cost and the lack of available land k his aI ibi i" ).` erefore, opportunities for infill development and acquisition ands rilitation in ese areasauld be encouraged to meet affordable housing need Q fore ss to transportation, services and employment. Orange County h � ry 100 regfst ,ed mobile home parks that are spread throughout the County. T, se v� `in quality sizz tn_ ties, and condition of the mobile homes in each mobile ho _ ark. Many of t�F SQ mo,,jle home parks are in poor condition. It is estimated that there are appr imately 21,07 moot e Ame units in these parks. These units account for most of the affordable housing i Orange County. Of these units: 378 (18.74 %) are in sound condition; 990 (49.08 %) are in need of minor repairs; 580 (28.76 %) are in need of major repairs; and 69 (3.42%) are economically infeasible to repair. The areas impacted with cost overburdened households are located in and around the urban areas of the County. These areas contain the largest concentration of employment opportunities and public and private amenities, but lack affordable housing. The urban areas of the County have the most public and community facilities. These areas also contain the majority of available public transportation. The urban neighborhoods contain many of the County's employment opportunities and existing housing stock. However, these areas are cost prohibitive for low- and moderate - income persons. Orange County has a community health clinic and a County Health Department clinic that provides dental and health services, which are relatively inexpensive. The County is also served by the UNC Hospital System and the Duke Hospital System. However, there is still a need for more free or low- OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 11 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium cost healthcare for people experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. There is a great need for mental health and substance abuse case management and treatment for people experiencing, or at risk of, becoming homeless. Orange County Employment Services need to increase its focus and resources to assist this population, including people with criminal histories and youth aging out of foster care. According to the 2012 -2016 American Community Survey data, Orange County has an unemployment rate of 5.9% which is lower than the North Carolina unemployment rate of 8.3% for that same period. The unemployment rate is larger in the 16 -29 age group as opposed to older age groups. According to the 2012 -2016 American Community Survey data, there are job deficiencies in certain sectors (the number of qualified workers exceeds the number of jobs available). Conversely, Orange County is also experiencing a9-pajo- ent deficiency in other areas (the n umber ofjobs available exceeds the number of qu ers). The County needs to continue to support and encourage new jab creation, jo. �Yeployment, youth employment, job training services, and educational devel � V,,e unities, especially for low- and moderate - income persons that help to cl t Maps: The following maps illustr t d ographic charac ics of Orange County; • Population D V sitb Block Group _ • Percent Po __I 1 on by Blo t "2 up • Percen vrf 'Pula tion by�o k Groin • Percent Population Age+ by B ck -group • Total Housing Units by Bloblgoidfs • Percent Owner - Occupied Housing Units by Block Group • Percent Renter - Occupied Housing Units by Block Group • Percent Vacant Housing Units by Block Group • Low /Moderate Income Percentage by Block Group • Low /Moderate Income with Minority Percentage • Commercial Hotspots in Orange County, North Carolina OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 5 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Population Density by Tract: Orange County, North Carolina I Legend 2014 Population Density (Per Sq MI) 71 - 400 2,001 - 5,000 401 -700 r== 5,001 - 0,404 701 • 2,000 _ii County Boundary Tracts VI.. labels show i ; ? Trads Boundary 2014 total Ikn= 3]5nrl- noa =tract number Population. ESRIL12U S rd*> ,2014,NCG IS Cfifft rr-ILVU UlrjaI C•` ni,Yei, 1—'�LLC G)OCGEV,7C43. c A)15 Population Density by Tract OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) URBAN =DESIGN VENTURES 12 13 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Percent White Population by Tract: Orange County, North Carolina 1 19 �5 r r Z42T _ 5575 - - fib; l is IU7 � Legend Percent White Population !'��countyBoundary Census Tract 1'as 52% - 64% = 1 78 °% - 80% Tracts Bounds Boundary labels shun 2014 c 1 I 1 55 °6 -65% .'� 81%-86% 66%-75% F - tract number total white population. I1q_3 �,; 1 ESM DZU S fANis,7014,/JCGIS CrkIC Cry- 1L- Ufc:U,UaliCtS'9i1 VEliWU•�LLC[tfq�Chu \TOA3, te7pi� Percent White Population by Tract OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 7 14 IFFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Percent Minority Population by Tract: Orange County, North Carolina ®, 1 702 zi =� ` 761 1 1112 pry C]11 0 0 1 Q Legend Percent Minority Population li county Boundary OensusTract uuo 1 z I 20% 36 % -40% ± Tracts Boundary lab show onty Ilm =7.;S tines 21%-30% _ '41%-57% lu = trectnumber population 2014, , 31%-35% ORTH ESkI DcCi R N:fl)i, .f114 F]CCIS f_ {€nL. CR]L'IJ fLL' 111�JI bta'I)n Velllulb LLGU�.:CG COI IG �.1, Ci�p 15 Percent Minority Population by Tract OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 8 15 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Percent Population Age 65 and Over by Block Group OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp.07 /31/2015) 9 lL IFFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Total Housing Units by Block Points & Tracts: Orange County, North Carolina I Legend ebklbl 4au9 mn ; 13 -�i County Boundary Tracts Boundary ens Tra t shuw 2014 total ta'o , It in= IILcma.. � Clog - tfactnumber housfngunits. rat A , ESP.1 Deli S N.�s, Fti Ib, fJC�l9 CT3(IL. CreaLti fG L�LJ� L?;qn V[uWn•5 LLt� G)Ji'CPO \ "JGM1CI, v2L I S Total Housing Units by Blocl< Points OMB Control No; 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 10 17 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Percent Owner Occupied Housing Units by Tract: Orange County, North Carolina I Legend Percent Owner Occupied Housing Units , County Boundary CensusTract Wee _ 0 % -20% 60.1 % -75% Tracts Bounds tabel�sshrnP ° z I + +y am occu led= ra„a_, _ + 20.1%-40% -a 75J%-100% flat = tract number housing units, 40.1%-60% A ESP G[G 6 0�q'S, £014, A!CGIS CT.;nC_ CR]LLfn.' LIt'a, ❑?,yii WIIWI s LLC v /c� [ca'.,r.t: }, er"Is Percent Owner Occupied Housing Units by Tract OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 11 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Percent Renter Occupied Housing Units by Tract: Orange County, North Carolina Legend Percent Renter Occupied Housing Units 10%-15% = >` 50.10A-70% -' 15.1 % - 30°% . {'' 70.10A-100% ±,�i Counry Boundary tL�r Tracts Boundary MCI = tract number Blockgroup labels show renter occupied housing units- u u' a 3 r 30.1° % -50% o ES F, I C <� S P! �iS, �G 5a t�rG19 UrNte cr�tL� ic- U i Lai [__ yii Viii Wil,S LLC G).? {e[il'i:[8:], + -T16ta Percent Renter Occupied Housing Units by Tract OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 12 19 IFFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Percent Vacant Housing Units by Tract: Orange County, North Carolina Legend Percent Vacant Housing Units A i County Boundary oensusTmct 2.6% -4% 18.1 % -10% � Tracts Boundary labels ant In=3r5„� 4.1 % - 6% i�P, 10.1% - 17,6% Pal = tract number housing unts. , 6.1 % - 0% rant, ESRI D89 &rANJS.201q 4LGIS FTh1c .CRIB -m: thL.21, 0tsgn VE-Wms LL C a ow""J, L-AIs Percent Vacant Housing Units by Tract OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 13 20 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Low /Moderate income Percentage by Block Group: Orange County, North Carolina Rti'f, 39 K t 13% v1a 5 A :109 F� 41% 29%5 111 1) Us 31H - - ♦3 - �- �� _ 77`h _ I 'f2% 112 399 156 17"+ 2 14Y w 7n Ivi 5, 15% 33%5 1 7' o;c 117 -1E, IY © ?8 _ 764. IJ7 ff tL�. Legend Low /Moderate Income 'f; County Boundary Block group ° labels shnv the ° 2 1 Less than 51% Tracts Boundary ry lvv /moderate r =9 snnr: 5 Mm 1 °k or More 10 =tract number income percentage. Based on Census 2010 f13A ESP] 0-MIA ft wri� 5014, h1CG15 CI 51c C,eaL° fG: Urt�Ei� ��este4 Yff,11IL•5 LLC IR(df CEJ;YC, ,: i, /1A 15 Low /Moderate Income Percentage by Block Group OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 14 21 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Low /Moderate Income with Minority Percentage by Block Group: Orange County, North Carolina s -: 1 r 1 � _ _ f y 92'k d l5b e9� , 4 PA 39 Tn m A 16% ` 1355 - 6aY. poi LLJ 25 t: ds �1ei Ln� ?a LEM 14%. u - Isss 253i Legend Low /MadeiateIncome � Minority 32.550A Blockgroup u n1'; : L than 51% d -• labels show the Less an — •_,I+ County Boundary lowlmoderale 7 51% or More 0 Tracts Boundary k1como percentage. All Based on Census 2010 UN = tract number SRI C*- & d:yiv, 201!, k e G 12 C 1 F- C InLe,c: Il, bJO (11, VfF, 1u 11 LL i t74C C-[ulYr, „.s,-1Olj Low /Moderate Income with Minority Percentage by Block Group OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp.07/31/2015) 15 WA FFY 2418 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium Commercial Hot Spots: Orange County, North Carolina Legend Business LaryyeBusinesses ■ ; Countyenundary ucc.. 1 pensitySut(nee by#oiEmployees 0100-201) t�] Tracts Boundary Lav Business 0201.500 m - tminumber r pensiy IJ601- 1.000 NORTH 1,001 46990 High 'cSP.I CC'_"i ST / „�.S,:Oid, AfCU15 CV.fnc C2ati fc'Urlicli r?t;�n Veliluies LLGtr�.lr[EU:: wr:3, /ri[k15 Commercial Hot Spots OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 16 23 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium 2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan This could be a restatement of items or a table listed elsewhere in the plan or a reference to another location. It may also contain any essential items from the housing and homeless needs assessment, the housing market analysis or the strategic plan. The goal of the Orange County HOME Program is to improve the quality of life for County residents by retaining and increasing the supply of affordable housing units for both owner occupants and renters and by providing homeownership opportunities for low- and moderate - income residents. During the IFFY 2018 HOME Program Year, the County proposes to address the following priority need categories identified in its Five Year Consolidated Plan: Housing Priority - There is a need to improve the quality of the housin ock I e County by increasing the amount of decent, safe, sound, and accessible housing fo ho 1, own s, renters, and homebuyers that is affordable to low- and moderate - income pets I s id f i es. Goals /Strategies: • HS -1 Housing RehabilitatiN1hRC6Jue to hide cial assistance to o - I w and moderate - income meorehabilita th existing owner- occupied housing. • HS -2 Housing Co &ruc increase t supp''i �gof decent, safe, sound, and accessible housing that i- = ff%Able to low- and mo I er _pone owners and renters in the County through fe'a, f ttion vacantbm`fd�'ngs- new construction including mixed design and d in�_me velopme th f' c orate affordable housing options. • HS -4 H y Ownership - _: w- and moderate - income households to become homeowne T`s,by providi down yl'ent assistance, closing cost assistance, and housing counseling training ind Sec on 8 Housing Choice Voucher holders. • HS -6 Permanent Housing - Sport the development of permanent affordable housing options for young adults and other single individuals starting careers and families with members in modest paying professional careers (such as teachers, service works, and medical assistants), including creating and non - traditional affordable housing options in design (amenities, size, and cost) and that provides for more affordable units and an asset in communities. To meet the need of affordable housing the Orange County HOME Consortium is funding housing rehabilitation, homeowner downpayment assistance, and acquisition and rehabilitation of rental housing units. Homeless Priority — There is a need for housing and support services for homeless persons, and persons who are at risk of becoming homeless. OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/3112015) 17 ME FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Goals /Strategies: Orange County HOME Consortium HO -3 Prevention and Housing— Continue to support the prevention of homelessness and programs for rapid rehousing. To meet the need of affordable rental assistance the orange County HOME Consortium Is funding a Tenant -Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) program. These funds will be used for rental subsidies to help individual households afford housing costs such as rent, security deposits, and utility deposits in Orange County. The County may also assist tenants with utility deposits, but only when HOME is also used for rental assistance or security deposits. Administration Planning, and Management PrioritV - There is a continuing need for planning, administration, management, and oversight of Federal, State, and local funded programs, as well as an increasing'need for cooperation and collaboration among public and private partners. The communities in A Consortium need to address the preservation of affordable housing, and the development,n° eds of the region, which ultimately affect the quality of life for all residents.T r Goal /Strategy: (F V • AM -1 Overall Coordinat on Provide program Management and oversight for the successful administration and leveraging of Federal, State, and local funded programs, including support of collaborative initiatives,. - research and planning services for special studies, environmental clearance, fair housing, and compliance with all federal, state, and local lawsIn regulations. f On October 3rd 6P.2017, the OX,ange -County Board of Commissioners approved a Resolution (2017 -064) expanding the scope,lof the) HOME Program Review Committee. The Resolution renamed the committee the "O.r,_ange County Local Government Affordable Housing Collaborative" and provided detailed guidance on the responsibilities of the Collaborative moving forward. These responsibilities of the Collaborative include strategizing about funding options, posting updates on projects and affordable housing efforts, and providing guidance on administration of the HOME Program activities (i.e. recommending criteria for HOME Program funding, evaluating and recommending applications for HOME funding, and establishing a scoring system to review applications). Furthermore, the Collaborative would be responsible for utilizing potential affordable housing resources, reviewing all applicable leveraged resources, developing goals for development, and serving as advocates for affordable housing in Orange County. In addition, the Orange Water & Sewer Authority is now a member of the Collaborative. The Collaborative is working together to collaborate on a Mobile Home Parks Initiative; a housing rehabilitation activity; a Home Preservation Coalition; and the proposed Green Tract OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07131/2015) 1s 25 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium development, which is a 104 acre development in which a portion of the development will be affordable housing. 3. Evaluation of past performance This is an evaluation of past performance that helped lead the grantee to choose its goals or projects. Orange County has a good performance record with HUD and the County regularly meets the performance standards established by HUD. The County prepares a Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) each year. This report is submitted within ninety (90) days after the start of the new program year. Copies of the CAPER are available for review at the Orange County Housing and Community Developmenj_ Department, 300 W. Tryon Street, Hillsborough, NC. A The FFY 2016 CAPER, which was the second CAPER o fihe& 2015 -2019 Five Year Consolidated Plan, was submitted to HUD by September 29 17 a pl, was approved by HUD in a letter dated November 16, 2017. The FFY 2016 AAPER., ic - es that t e County assisted fifteen (15) households through its First -Time g fomebCyer Pogrom and_t'�_ (2) households through TBRA. The HOME program is being adrn stered m a timely manner ands% accordance with applicable activity limitations and match'requ-r-e�ments. "r =a 4. Summary of Citizen }Participation '. i Summary from citizen participation sE The Annual Action Plan is made up,of citizen participation; and the develop nd co nsultation process pie components, which include: requests for funding; of the Annual Action Plan. Each item of the plan helps benefit the low- and moderate - income population in orange County. Orange County has an approved Citizen Participation Plan, as required by HUD, which is on file with HUD and at the Orange County Department of Housing and Community Development. The County has abided by its Citizen Participation Plan in the preparation and development of the FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan. The first step of the planning process for the FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan started with holding one (1) public hearings to obtain citizen input on the needs of Orange County. The first needs hearing was held on Monday, December 4, 2017 at 7:00 PM at the Whitted Building, 300 W Tryon Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278. The first needs hearing was published on November 17, 2017 in "The Durham Herald -Sun" and on November 19, 2017 in "The Chapel Hill News ". It was posted on the County's website and emails were sent to local municipalities and non - profit agencies /organizations. At the public hearing, residents had the opportunity to give their input OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 19 M FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium and ideas on the housing, community development, and economic development needs in Orange County and how the HOME funds should best be spent to benefit low- and moderate - income persons. The Orange County Department of Housing and Community Development held a Funding Application Orientation Workshop on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 9:00 AM in the Chapel Hill Public Library located at 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. The Orange County HOME Consortium also held two (2) Question and Answer Session on applications for HOME funding on Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at 9:00 AM and Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 9:00 AM in the Chapel Hill Public Library located at 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, Applications for HOME funding were due back to the County by 5:00 PM on Tuesday, February 6, 2018. Information was also available on the Orange County Department of Housing and Community Development's website. The second public hearing was held on Tuesday, Apr[ 3, 2018 °'at 7:00 PM at the Whitted Building, 300 W Tryon Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278. The second needs hearing was published on March 13, 2018 in "The Durham Herald -Sun" and on' Mareh 14, ,-2018 in "The Chapel Hill News It was posted on the County's website and p ails were At to local municipalities and non - profit agencies /organizations. At the public LSea g; residents had the opportunity to give their input and ideas on the housing, commu Ity developrmr ent, and onemlc development needs in Orange County and how the HOME funds should best be spit to, benefit, low- and moderate - income persons. _ The final Public Hearing Notice was published on Thursday„ May 17, 2018 in "The Durham Herald - Sun", "The News of _Orange ";'and the Spanish Language newspaper, "La Noticia," The Public Hearing was he`_Id on'Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at] 00 PM. Residents were given the opportunity to ,..- comment on the °draft" versio � f_the f.FY 2018 Annual Action Plan and identified which projects /activities were being funded wifH, FFY 2018 HOME funds. The draft FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan =.Y✓as on public display beginning Thursday, March 29, 2018 through Friday, April 27, 2018, a period of 30 days. HUD had allocated a funding increase of $111,647 from the anticipated HOME budget advertised on March 13, 2018, which was discussed at a public hearing held on April 3, 2018, and approved by County Commissioners on May 1, 2018. Due to this substantial increase in funding, the County revised the FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan and placed the plan back on public display beginning Friday, May 18, 2018 through Monday, June 18, 2018. Both the original and revised FFY 2018 Annual Action Plans were place on display at the following location in the County and on the County's website (http: / /www.co.orange.nc.us): • Orange County Housing and Community Development Department, 300 W. Tryon Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278 • Orange County Public Library (Main Branch), 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278 • Town of Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 20 MA FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Schedule: Orange County HOME Consortium The following schedule was used in the preparation of the FFY 2018 Action Plan: • Citizen, provider, and stakeholder consultation — December, 2017 through May, 2018 • Applications for HOME funds were made available — Tuesday, November 7, 2017 • Funding Application Orientation Workshop — Tuesday, November 28, 2017 • Published the First Needs Public Hearing Notice— November 17, 2017 and November 19, 2017 • Question and Answer Session on the HOME Funding Applications— Tuesday, December 5, 2017 and Tuesday, January 9, 2018 • First Needs Public Hearing — Monday, December 4, 2017 • Published the Second Public Hearing Notice - Tuesday, March 13, 2017 and Wednesday, March 14, 2018 • Second Public Hearing — Tuesday, April 3; 2018 • HOME Funding Requests due to Orange County', Tuesday, February 6, 2018 • Published the Final Public Hearing Notice TI7Orsday, May 17, 2018 • FFY 2018 Annual Action Plait on ;display; begin 30 =day public comment period — Thursday, March 29, 2018`_ • End 30 -day public comment period- Friday, Ap 127, 2018; • County Commissioners' Adoptionof the Plan-_ Tuesday, May 1, 2018 • Notice of Budg6fthange due to an increase in HOME funds — Tuesday, May 1, 2018 -� • Revised FFY 2018 Annual. Action Plan on display;-begin 30 -day public comment period — Fri day,,May 181 20181 , • Final Public Hearing — Tuesday, June'5; 2018 • End of Revised FFY 2018 Annual Won Plan 30 -day public comment period — Monday, June 18, 2018 r i� • Submission of the Revised FF.-:,' 018 Annual Plan to HUD — On or before Tuesday, July 2, 2018 • Program Year Begins — Friday, July 1, 2018 S. Summary of public comments This could be a brief narrative summary or reference an attached document from the Citizen Participation section of the Con Plan. Meeting minutes from the First Needs Public Hearing held on Monday, December 4, 2017, the Second Public Hearing held on Tuesday, April 3, 2018, and the Final Public Hearing held on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 are in the attachments section of this Annual Action Plan. Orange County received comments on how the funded projects in the FY 2018 Annual Action Plan indeed meet the community's needs while it was on display. OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 21 N: FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan 6. 7 Orange County HOME Consortium Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them No comments were not accepted on the FY 2018 Annual Action Plan, Requests for funding were incorporated into the FFY 2018 HOME Program. Summary The FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan for the Orange County HOME Consortium includes the County's HOME Program and outlines which activities the County will undertake during the program year beginning July 1, 2018 and ending June 31, 2019. This is the County's fourth year of the FFY 2015- 2019 Five -Year Consolidated Plan. During the FFY 2018 Program Year, the Orange 661n. HOME Consortium anticipates the following Federal financial resources: , • FFY 2018 HOME Funds: $401 340 00 • HOME Program Income: $13,306 00 • HOME Match: $90,302.00 Total: $504,948.00 During the FFY 2018 HOME P-rograi Year, the Oran address the following py:l rityeed categories fro tttsaFi HOME Consortium proposes to ar Consolidated Plan: • Housing PrIR'ty T; ere is a need to imp love the quality of the housing stock in the f Count =� ncreasmg the amount--. f- nt, safe, sound, and accessible housing for homeown`e -$� renters, a horneuE�rs that is affordable to low- and moderate - income persons and families, 1 o HS -1 Housing Rehabilitation - Continue to provide financial assistance to low- and moderate - income homeowners to rehabilitate their existing owner- occupied housing. o HS -2 Housing Construction - Increase the supply of decent, safe, sound, and accessible housing that is affordable to low- and moderate- income owners and renters in the County through rehabilitation of vacant buildings and new construction including mixed design and mixed income developments that incorporate affordable housing options. o HS -4 Home Ownership - Assist low- and moderate - income households to become homeowners by providing down payment assistance, closing cost assistance, and housing counseling training including Section 8-Housing Choice Voucher holders. o HS -6 Permanent Housing - Support the development of permanent affordable housing options for young adults and other single individuals starting careers and OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 22 0 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium families with members in modest paying professional careers (such as teachers, service works, and medical assistants), including creating and non- traditional affordable housing options in design (amenities, size, and cost) and that provides for more affordable units and an asset in communities. • Homeless Priority - There is a need for housing and support services for homeless persons, and persons who are at risk of becoming homeless. o HO -3 Prevention and Housing— Continue to support the prevention of homelessness and programs for rapid rehousing. • Administration, Planning, and Management Priority - There is a continuing need for planning, administration, management, and oversight of federal, state, and local funded programs as well as an increase in cooperation and collaboration amongst public and private partners and the communities in :the Consortium in addressing affordable housing, preservation, and development needs of to region that ultimately affect the quality of life for all residents. o AM -1 Overall Coordination Pr vfdejprogram management and oversight for the successful administration :_a leve`ragjlig of Fe eral, State, and local funded programs, including supports of -c�ll borative ,initiatives, research and planning services for special studies, environmentalearance),fair housing, and compliance with all federal, state,I d local laws and .,regulations. . � The greatest needs _for range County HO�ME 1-Artium are housing rehabilitation, homeownership assistance, and Tenant Based Ren'ta)4sistance (TBRA). To meet these i e`eds the- .Consortium funded`fhe'following projects: • Habitat for Humanity - `Second M rtgage Assistance: $60,000.00 • Community Home Trust - Homeownership Assistance: $60,201.00* • EmPOWERment, Inc. - Acquisition: $145,000.00 • Inter -Faith Council for Social Services - TBRA: $25,000.00 • Orange County - Housing Rehabilitation: $49,211.00 • Orange County - County -Wide TBRA: $125,402.00 • Administration: $40,134.00 *Denotes Orange County HOME Consortium's CHDO Set -Aside Project. The revised FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan was on public display beginning Friday, May 18, 2018 through Monday, June 18, 2018. The revised FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan was placed on display at the following location in the County and on the County's website (http: / /www.co.orange.nc.us): OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp.07/31/2015) 23 30 FFY 2018 Annual Action Plan Orange County HOME Consortium • Orange County Housing and Community Development Department, 300 W. Tryon Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278 • Orange County Public Library (Main Branch), 137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC 27278 • Town of Chapel Hill Public Library, 100 Library Drive, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 Upon completion of the 30 -day comment period, Orange County submitted the Revised FEY 2018 Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on or before Monday, July 2, 2018. 7 OMB Control No: 2506 -0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 24 31 Attachment 3 FY 2018 -2019 HOME PARTNERSHIP INVESTMENT PROGRAM Revised Summary Sheet for FY2018 -2019 Proposed Projects Name of Applicant Proposed Project Activity & Brief Description Proposed Geographic Area Amount Requested Community Home Trust (CHT) Homeowner Assistance Northside and Pine Knolls Neighborhoods in $60,000 CHT will use funds to purchase two (2) homes in the Northside Chapel Hill or Pine Knolls neighborhood and /or provide second mortgage assistance. The target population consists of households earning at or below 80% of the Area Median Income. Empowerment Rental Acquisition Pine Knolls Neighborhood in Chapel Hill $145,000 The acquisition of one 2- bedroom /1 bath unit located in Chapel Hill, NC. The target population consists of households earning at or below 80% of the area median income. Empowerment is leveraging $25,000 from the NC Community Development Initiative. The total project cost is $170,000, including needed repairs. Habitat for Humanity Second Mortgage Assistance Fairview Community in Hillsborough and the $60,000 Habitat proposes to use funds as second mortgage assistance Tinnin Woods Subdivision in Efland for two (2) newly constructed homes in the identified communities in Orange County. Inter -Faith Council for Social Service (IFC) Rapid Re- Housing and General Tenant -Based Rental Assistance Countywide -0- IFC will use funds for the Rapid Re- Housing or other rental (Requested to Withdraw Application and Action was Approved at the May 22, 2018 assistance program, which helps families experiencing Meeting) homelessness move into permanent housing. IFC will assist twenty -five individuals earning at or below 30% of the Area Median Income. Various CHDOs CHDO Set -Aside Activities Countywide $60,201 An RFP will be issued to Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) for eligible projects. Orange County — Countywide TBRA Tenant -Based Rental Assistance Countywide $139,613 The County will use the funds for Rapid Re- Housing and general rental assistance activities, including utilities and security deposit payments for homeless and other low income persons. TOTAL $464,814 Note: (1) The "yellow highlighted" rows identify the recommended funding revisions. (2) Orange County will utilize CDBG Program Income and other County funds to undertake single - family housing rehabilitation activities during FY 2018 -2019.