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ORANGE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: June 18, 2019
Action Agenda
Item No. 6-c
SUBJECT: Orange County Consolidated Plan – FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan and
Proposed FY 2019-2020 HOME Activities
DEPARTMENT: Housing and Community
Development
ATTACHMENT(S):
1) Resolutions
2) Draft FY 2019-2020 Annual Action
Plan Executive Summary
INFORMATION CONTACT:
Sherrill Hampton, Housing and
Community Development Director,
(919) 245-2490
PURPOSE: To:
1) Adopt a Resolution approving the Consolidated Plan’s proposed FY 2019-2020
Annual Action Plan;
2) Adopt a Resolution approving the proposed HOME Program Activities for FY
2019-2020; and
3) Authorize the County 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 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,
including a Needs Assessment Public Hearing on December 3, 2018 and a May 21, 2019 Public
Hearing on the proposed use of funds. In addition, there was a 30-day comment period from
May 8, 2019 – June 11, 2019, which allowed the general public to provide written comments
and input in regard to the proposed HUD allocation and uses of the funds to be received.
Notices were placed in The Herald-Sun, the News of Orange and La Noticia. Copies of the draft
Annual Action Plan were made available at Orange County Housing and Community
Development Department’s Main Office, Orange County Library and the Chapel Hill Library, as
well as on the Orange County Website.
The Orange County HOME Consortium, known as the Orange County Local Government
Affordable Housing Collaborative, anticipates the following Federal financial resources for FY
2019-2020:
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FY 2019 HOME Funds $350,302.00
HOME Program Income $ 13,306.00
HOME Local Match $ 78,818.00
Total $442,426.00
The above amounts are estimates only and may be adjusted according to the exact allocation
received from HUD.
Furthermore, 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 applications received on February 28, 2019 and again on May 6, 2019 given the
proposed decrease in HUD HOME funds to be received. As it relates to the proposed FY 2019-
2020 HOME funds, the Collaborative made the following revised recommendations regarding
funding for consideration by each of the Consortium member jurisdictions’ elected bodies as
follows:
Empowerment, Inc. – Rental Acquisition $ 85,000.00*
Habitat for Humanity – Homeownership $181,392.00
Orange County – County-wide TBRA $141,004.00
Administration $ 35,030.00
Total $442,426.00
(*-Includes Orange County HOME Consortium’s FY 2019-20 CHDO Set-Aside amount of
$52,545. EmPOWERment will also receive $60,201 of FY 2018-19 CHDO Set-Aside funds
making their total proposed award amount $145,201.)
The requested amounts above may still be adjusted based on the exact allocation the HOME
Consortium receives from HUD.
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 Design was approved by the Town of Carrboro
on May 14, 2019 and Town of Chapel Hill on May 22, 2019. The Town of Hillsborough
approved the HOME Program Design on June 10, 2019. The Board of County
Commissioners (BOCC) is therefore asked to consider approval of the attached HOME
Program Resolution.
The FY 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan will be submitted to HUD on or before June 25, 2019.
HOME Program Implementation
After approval of the FY 2019-2020 HOME Program Design by all Consortium participants,
authorization is also requested to allow the Orange County Manager, based on the HUD
allocation received, to execute agreements with partnering non-profit organizations as
necessary to implement the approved HOME Program Design. All agreements will receive
the review and approval of the County Attorney’s Office.
FINANCIAL IMPACT: No negative financial impact is anticipated by the approving the requests
as it relates to the FY 2019-20 HOME Program Annual Action Plan and proposed uses of funds.
However, the decrease in the overall HOME Program allocation does negatively impact
affordable housing needs in Orange County.
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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 2019-2020 Annual Action
Plan;
2) Adopt a Resolution approving the proposed HOME Program Design for FY 2019-
2020; and
3) Authorize the County Manager to implement the FY 2019-2020 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.
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RES-2019-041 Attachment 1
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF
FY 2019 – 2020 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’ FY2019-2020 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, 2019.
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 ____________, 2019.
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 _________________, 2019, 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 ____________, 2019.
________________________________
Donna S. Baker
SEAL Clerk to the Board
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RES-2019-042
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING
THE ORANGE COUNTY FY 2019-2020 HOME PROGRAM DESIGN
BE IT RESOLVED, the Orange County Board of Commissioners, as a member of the
Orange County HOME Consortium, approves the following activities for the FY 2019–2020
HOME Program.
Second Mortgage Assistance
Funds will be allocated to Orange County Habitat for Humanity to provide deferred payment,
zero interest second mortgages for six (6) homes in the Fairview Community in Hillsborough
and Northside Neighborhood in Chapel Hill. Homes will be sold to households earning between
thirty percent (30%) and eighty percent (80%) of the area median income.
(Requested amount: $240,000) $181,392
Acquisition
Funds will be allocated to EmPOWERment, Inc., for the acquisition of two (2) units for
affordable rental purposes in the Hillmont Apartment Complex in the Town of Carrboro. The
units will be leased to households earning 80% or less of the AMI for Orange County.
EmPOWERment will also receive $60,201 in FY18-19 CHDO Set-Aside funds and therefore
will receive a total award of $145, 201.
(Requested amount: $304,800) $85,000
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: $141,004) $141,004
Program Administration $35,030
TOTAL FY 2019-2020 HOME PROGRAM FUNDS
$442,426
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 18th day of June, 2019
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Penny Rich, Chair
Orange County Board of Commissioners
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Table of Contents
PART I. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
AP-05 Executive Summary—24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)............................................................ 1
1. Introduction..............................................................................................I............. 1
2. Summary of the Objectives and Outcomes Identified in the Plan ....................... 17
3. Evaluation of Past Performance ........................................................................... 18
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and Consultation Process.................. 19
5. Summary of Public Comments.............................................................................. 21
6. Summary of Comments or Views Not Accepted and the Reasons For Not
AcceptingThem .................................................;:..:............................................. 21
7. Summary....................................................... '.:::.::...:........................................... 21
PART II. THE PROCESS
PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies—91.200(c), 91.�20q(b")....................................................... 24
1. Agency/Entity Responsbile fd�r Preparing/Administering the Plan ...................... 24
AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(I).::.............:..................................................... 26
1. Introduction............. .............................................................................................. 26
2. Agencies, Groups; grganizations,`and Others Who Participated in the Process
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andConsultation•s:.........................`....................................................I................. 28
AP-12 Participation...................................................................................................................... 41
1. Summary of citizen par`trgipation process ............................................................ 41
PART III. ANNUAL ACT-0064 PLAN
AP-15 Expected Resources-91220(c)(1,2)................................................................................ 44
AP-20 Annual Goals & Objectives................................................................................................ 46
AP-35 Projects—91,.220(d).......................................................................................................... 48
AP-38 Project Summary...............................................................................................................49
AP-50 Geographic Distribution—91.220(f)................................................................................. 52
AP-55 Affordable Housing—91.220(g)........................................................................................ 54
AP-60 Public Housing—91.220(h) ............................................................................................... 55
AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities—91.220(i)................................................ 57
AP-75 Barriers to Affordable Housing—91.220(j)...........................................I........................... 60
AP-85 Other Actions—91.220(k)................................................................................................. 62
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements—91.220(1)(1,2,4)...............................................I........... 66
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PART IV. APPENDIX
SF 424 Form
Certifications
Resolution
Citizen Participation
• Subrecipient Funding Workshop
• First Needs Public Hearing
• Second Needs Public Hearing
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ORANGE COUNTY
AP-05 Executive Summary a 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
Orange County, North Carolina, is an entitlement.con!munity under the U.S. Department of
Housing&Urban Development's(HUD) HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME).It is the
Participating Jurisdiction (PJ) for the Orange. County HOME Consortium. Under the HOME
Program, local governments are able to join together to form a consortium in order to receive
HOME funding for affordable housing.The Orange County HOME Consortium is made up of four
(4) members: Orange County, the Town.of Carrboro, the Town of Chapel Hill, and the Town of
Hillsborough.The Town of Chapel Hill also receives Federal Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG)funds each year.
As an entitlement community, Orange County is required to complete an annual application for
the use of the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)funds to the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development`(HUD).The Annual Action Plan is a guide to how the County will
allocate its resources for specific activities that support the Goals and Objectives of the HOME
Consortium's Five Year Consolidated Plan.This is the HOME Consortium's fifth Annual Action Plan
of the FFY 2015-2019-Five',fear 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 2019 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 HOME Program 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) 2019 which began on October 1,
2019 and which will end on September 30, 2020. Therefore,the Annual Action Plan is FFY 2019.
However, it is for the Orange County Program Year of 2020.
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The FFY 2019 Annual Action Plan outlines the actions to be undertaken with FFY 2019 with the
funds to be received by the Orange County HOME Consortium.The FFY 2019 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 $350,302 from HOME funds for the FFY 2019
program year. The Orange County HOME Consortium also anticipates receiving approximately
$13,306 in HOME program income and the Consortium members will provide $78,818 in HOME
Match. In addition,the HOME Consortium will be allocating its FFY 2018 CHDO Set-Aside funds
in the amount of$60,201 to its FFY 2019 CHDO Set-Aside project.
FFY 2019 Budget:
Orange County proposes to undertake the following activities with the FFY 2019 HOME funds:
• HOME-19-01-EmPOWERment, Inc.—Rental Acquisition:$145,201.00*
• HOME-19-02-Habitat for Humanity-Second Mortgage Assistance:$181,392.00
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• HOME-19-03-Orange County-County-wide TBRA:$141,004.00
• HOME-19-04-Administration:$35,030.00
Total:$502,627.00
*Note:Includes Orange County HOME Consortium's FY 19-20 CHDO Set-Aside Amount of$52,545.
EmPOWERment will also'receive$60,201 of FY18-19 CHDO Set-Aside funds.
Five Year Consolidated Plan:
The Five Year,Corisolidated Plan relied upon efforts of many individuals, organizations and
residents, in the_development of a comprehensive strategy to address the needs of the County.
The goal of the Orange County HOME Program is to retain, improve, and increase affordable
owner and rental housingunits.
This planning process also involves an analysis of the HUD Comprehensive Housing Affordability
Strategy(CHAS)data,which provides statistical data on housing needs. In preparing 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
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
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as a whole-forth e success and betterment of the whole-for abetter quality of life and economic
vitality for all the communities individually and collectively.
Greatest deeds:
According to the 2013-2017 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates the elderly population
of Orange County (age 62 and above) is 22,194 persons which represents 15.7% 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 older adult population. Orange County needs
to conceptualize a continuum of housing types to accommodate rapid growth in its senior
population and invest in the development of preferred housing models.
There is a great need for rehabilitation of the existin ",housing stock occupied by low- and
moderate-income persons.The housing stock is old aod'the ren'tall housing units range from fair
h,
to poor. Many of the higher quality rental housingte_riits are located irlthe urban centers and close
to the universities. The lower quality rental hobs"ing units are located in the more rural areas of
the County. Improved code enforcement is neededt,Toaddress these housing deficiencies.
There is also a lack of "accessible" hotnsiii-g.lanits in `thy:County that serve the needs of the
physically disabled. Presently, there are 1104 accessibje housing units for the disabled in LIHTC
Projects in Orange County.
There is a continuing need for "'4fbrdable."`and "accessible" housing in Orange County. The
existing housing is generallV'sound and there appears to be an adequate supply of market-rate
housing. Howeve ,.tfiere is a lack of affordable housing. The County has a growing population,
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and new const; ction and rehabilitafion 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 increase in the number
of persons moving into 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.
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
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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,21,921 housing units(38.50%)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 poisoning, and that
25% of low or moderate income families living in rental units are at risk of lead-based paint
poisoning.
There is a lack of affordable housing for the very-low income ip Orange County. Unfortunately,
there are no new funding sources for permanent housing anal there is no Public Housing to meet
the housing needs of the very-low income. The County needs'to encourage and support private
and non-profit development entities to build more L.IHTC high quality affordable housing
developments throughout the County, especially in'the urban areas (though in urban areas cost
and the lack of available land make this almost prohibitive). Therefore, opportunities for infill
development and acquisition and or rehabilitation in these areas should be encouraged to meet
affordable housing needs and opportunities for access to transportation, services and
employment.
Orange County has approximately 100 registered mobile home parks that are spread throughout
the County.These parks va;ry;iri quality,size,amenities, and condition of the units in each mobile
home park. Many of these mobile'home parks are in poor condition. Based on the survey there
are approximately 2,Q17,mobile home units in these parks. These units account for most of the
affordable housing id 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 clinicthat 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 additional free
or low-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.
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The 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 2013-2017 American Community Survey data, Orange County has an
unemployment rate of 5.2%which is lower than the North Carolina unemployment rate of 7.2%
for that same period. However, the unemployment rate is larger in the 16-29 age group as
opposed to older age groups.
According to the 2013-2017 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 an employment deficiency in other areas (the
number of jobs available exceeds the number of qualified workers).The County needs to continue
to support and encourage new job creation,job retention, employment,youth employment,job
training services, and educational developmental opportunities, especially for low- and
moderate-income persons that help to close these gaps.,X. ...
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• 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
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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 housing 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 FFY 2019 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 housing stock in,thie County by increasing the amount
of decent,safe,sound, and accessible housing for homeowners, renters, and homebuyers that is
affordable to low-and moderate-income persons and families.
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Goals/Strategies:
• HS-4 Home Ownership - Assist I.ow- 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.
• HS-6 Permanent Housing -'Support.the development of permanent affordable housing
options for young.�adults and other single individuals starting careers and families with
members in modesf�paying professional careers (such as teachers, service works, and
medical assistants), including creating and non-traditional affordable housing options in
design,(amenities,size;.ani dcost)and that provides for more affordable units and an asset
in communities.
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Homeless Priority—
There is a need for housing and support services for homeless persons, and persons who are at
risk of becoming homeless.
Goals/Strategies:
• HO-3 Prevention and Housing—Continue to supportthe 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
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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 Priority-
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 the Consortium need to address the
preservation of affordable housing, and the development needs of the region, which ultimately
affect the quality of life for all residents.
Goal/Strategy:
• AM-1 Overall Coordination - 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 laws and regulations.
On October 3,2017, the Orange County Board of Commissioners approved a Resolution (2017-
064)expandingthe scope of the HOME Program,Review Committee.The Resolution renamed the
committee the "Orange County.Local Government"Affordable Housing Collaborative" and
provided detailed guidance ob;tfie responsibilities of the Collaborative moving forward. These
responsibilities of the Collaborative');r clude strategizing about funding options, posting updates
on projects and affordable-housing efforts', and providing guidance on administration of the
HOME Program actiyities(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 is 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
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.
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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 Development Department, 300 W. Tryon Street,
Hillsborough, NC.
The FFY 2017 CAPER, which was the third CAPER for the FY 2015-2019 Five Year Consolidated
Plan,was submitted to HUD by September 27, 2018 and was approved by HUD in a letter dated
February 6,2019.The FFY 2017 CAPER indicates that the County assisted one(1)housing unit with
housing rehabilitation, assisted one (1) households through the development of new housing,
assisted five (5) households through direct financial assistance, and rehabilitated one(1) housing
unit during this CAPER period.
The HOME program is being administered in a timely marfr►er'and in accordance with applicable
regulations and match requirements.
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
Summary from citizen participation sectibp of plan.
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The Annual Action Plan is made up of multiple,Components,which include: requests for funding;
citizen participation; and the dbvelopment`oi fhe Annual Action Plan.
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The Annual Action Plan is made up`ofmultip.le components,which include: requests for funding;
citizen participation;and the development of the Annual Action Plan.
Each item of the Dian helps'benefitoie 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 the. office.. of 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 2019 Annual Action Plan.
The first step of the planning process for the FFY 2019 Annual Action Plan started with holding
one (1) public hearing to obtain citizen input on the needs of Orange County. The first needs
hearing was held on Monday, December 3,2018 at 7:00 PM at the Whitted Building,300 W Tryon
Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278. 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 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 27, 2018 and on Tuesday December
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18, 2018.The Orange County HOME Consortium also held two (2) Question and Answer Session
on applications for HOME funding on Thursday, November 15, 2018 and Tuesday, December 18,
2018. Applications for HOME funding were due back to the County by 5:00 PM on Tuesday,
February 5, 2019. Information was also available on the Orange County Department of Housing
and Community Development's website.
The second public hearing was held on Tuesday, May 21,2019 at 7:00 PM at the Southern Human
Services Center,Board of County Commissioners Board Room,2501 Homestead Road,Chapel Hill,
NC 27516.The second needs hearing was published on May 8,2019 in "The Durham Herald-Sun,"
"News of Orange", and the Spanish-Language newspaper, "La Noticia". 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
and ideas on the housing,community development,and economic development needs in Orange
County and how the HOME funds should best be spent to be low- and moderate-income
persons.
Draft Annual Action Plan:
The draft FFY 2019 Annual Action Plan was on public�e,isolay beginning Thursday, May 9, 2019
through Tuesday, June 11, 2019, a period of 30 days ,The FFY 2019 Annual Action Plans were
placed 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
Schedule:
The following schedule was used in the preparation of the FFY 2019 Action Plan:
• Resident, provider,and stakeholder consultation—November, 2018 through June,
2019
• Funding Application Orientation Workshop—Tuesday, November 27,2018 and
December 18, 2018
• Question and Answer Session on the HOME Funding Applications—Thursday,
November 15, 2018 and Tuesday, December 18, 2018
• First Needs Public Hearing—Monday, December 3, 2018
• HOME Funding Requests due to Orange County—Tuesday, February 5, 2019
• Published the Second Public Hearing Notice—Wednesday, May 8, 2019
• Second Public Hearing—Tuesday, May 21, 2019
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• FFY 2019 Annual Action Plan on display;begin 30-day public comment period—
Thursday, May 9,2019
• End 30-day public comment period—Tuesday,June 11, 2019
• Approval of the FFY 2019 Annual Action Plan by the Board of County Commissioners—
Tuesday,June 18, 2019
• Submission of the Revised FFY 2019 Annual Plan to HUD—On or before Tuesday,June
25,2019
• Program Year Begins—Monday,July 1, 2019
5. 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,Mcnday, December 3, 2018, the
Second Public Hearing held on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 are in the attachments section of this
Annual Action Plan. Orange County received comments,on how the funded projects in the FFY
2019 Annual Action Plan indeed meet the community.§(,needs while it was on display.
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted._and the reasons for not accepting them
into,on th'e�FFY 2019 Annual Action Plan. Requests for funding
All comments were incorporated
were incorporated into the FFY 20r19:HOME.Program.
7. Summary
The FFY 2019 Annual-ActionPlan for the Orange County HOME Consortium includes the County's
HOME Program and ouihdi.�which activities the County will undertake during the program year
beginning July 1, 2019 arid ending June 31, 2020. This is the County's fifth year of the FFY 2015-
2019 Five-Year Consolidated Plan.
During the FFY 2019 Program Year, the Orange County HOME Consortium anticipates the
following Federal financial resources:
• FFY 2019 HOME Funds:$350,302.00
• FFY 2018 CHDO Set-Aside:$60,201.00
• HOME Program Income:$13,306.00
• HOME Match:$78,818.00
Total:$502,627.00
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During the FFY 2019 HOME Program Year, the Orange County HOME Consortium proposes to
address the following priority need categories from its Five Year Consolidated Plan:
• Housing Priority - There is a need to improve the quality of the housing stock in the
County by increasing the amount of decent, safe, sound, and accessible housing for
homeowners, renters, and homebuyers that is affordable to low-and moderate-income
persons and families.
o HS-4 Home Ownership-Assist low-and moderate-income households to become
homeowners by providing down payment assistance, closing cost assistance, and
housing counseling training including Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher holders.
o HS-6 Permanent Housing - Support the development of permanent affordable
housing options for young adults and other single individuals starting careers and
families with members in modest paying professional careers (such as teachers,
service works, and medical assistants), including creating and non-traditional
affordable housing options in design"(amenities,size,,and cost)and that provides
for more affordable units and an•ass'et in communities:'
• Homeless Priority - There is a need for housing and support services for homeless
persons, and persons who are a'irisk of..becoming,homeless.
o HO-3 Prevention• and Hdu$ing - Continue to support the prevention of
homelessness.a'nd program`s.for rapid rehousing.
• Administration, Planning, andWanagement 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 the region that ultimately affect the
quality of life for all residents.
o AM-1 Overall Coordination-Provide program management and oversight forthe
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 laws and regulations.
The greatest needs for Orange County HOME Consortium are homeownership assistance, and
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA).
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To meet these needs,the Consortium proposes to fund the following projects:
v HOME-19-01-EmPOWERment, Inc.—Rental Acquisition:$145,201.00*
® HOME-19-02-Habitat for Humanity-Second Mortgage Assistance:$181,392.00
v HOME-19-03-Orange County-County-wide TBRA:$141,004.00
A HOME-19-04-Administration:$35,030.00 .
*Note:Includes Orange County HOME Consortium's FY 19-20 CHDO Set-Aside Amount of$52,545.
EmPOWERment will also receive$60,201 of FY18-19 CHDO Set-Aside funds.
The revised FFY 2019 Annual Action Plan was on public display beginning Thursday, May 9, 2019
through Tuesday,June 11, 2019. The revised FFY 2019 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):
s Orange County Housing and Community". Development'bepartment, 300 W. Tryon
Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278
A Orange County Public Library (Main Branch)y°137 W Margaret Lane, Hillsborough, NC
27278
0 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 FFY 2019 Annual
Action Plan to the U.S. Departmedcif.Housing and Urban Development on or before Tuesday,
June 25, 2019. ,
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