Community Development

Modern style homes in ConcordThe Community Development Division is committed to making the City of Concord and its neighborhoods better places to live, work, and play. Through the efforts of this Division, the City strives to provide safe, decent, affordable housing, a suitable living environment and economic opportunities, specifically for low- and moderate-income individuals and communities. The City has several programs in place to accomplish this goal. These programs are federally funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Act Programs. 

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News/Events/AnnouNcements


News

HUD and FHFA Expand Scope of Public Appraisal Data in Effort to Ensure Fairer Home Appraisals 

 

On October 28, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) jointly released new appraisal data from loan applications on single family mortgages insured by HUD’s Federal Housing Administration (FHA).  The addition of appraisal data from the FHA expands the scope of information in FHFA’s Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD), which comprises both annual appraisal-level data as well as aggregate statistics released every quarter. The data previously included only appraisals of properties where the loan would be acquired by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac (the Enterprises). With today’s updates, FHFA and HUD are furthering the work of the Interagency Task Force on Property Appraisal and Valuation Equity (PAVE), which aimed to evaluate the causes, extent, and consequences of appraisal bias and to establish a transformative set of recommendations to root out racial and ethnic bias in home valuations.  Click the title to learn more.

   

HUD and Census Bureau Report New Sales in September 2024

 

On October 24, 2024,  the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development jointly announced the following new residential sales statistics for September 2024.  Sales of new single-family houses in September 2024 were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 738,000, according to estimates released jointly by the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. This is 4.1 percent (±14.7 percent)* above the revised August rate of 709,000 and is 6.3 percent (±18.6 percent)* above the September 2023 estimate of 694,000. The median sales price of new houses sold in September 2024 was $426,300. The average sales price was $501,000.  Click the title to learn more.

   

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Leads U.S. Delegation at the United Nations Environment Session in Thailand

 

On October 18, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary (PDAS) for the Office of Community Planning and Development (CPD) Marion McFadden and HUD officials represented the United States at the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) Eighth Session of the Committee on Environment and Development (CED8) in Bangkok, Thailand. PDAS McFadden attended this session as part of the U.S. delegation, underscoring the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to using every tool available to lower housing costs for Americans and build more safe, resilient and affordable homes of the future.  Click the title to learn more.

   

HUD Recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Reaffirms Commitment to Safe and Affordable Housing for Survivors 

 

On October 16, 2024, in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention Month, proclaimed by President Biden in 2021, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a statement underscoring its continued dedication to support programs that address the housing needs of those impacted by gender-based violence and continue to raise awareness about HUD resources to support survivors. This work includes providing vital information to grantees and other stakeholders on the housing protections of survivors under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA).  Click the title to learn more.

   

 Biden-Harris Administration Announces Annual National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

 

On October 15, 2024, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced plans to observe the 25th National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW), in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), October 20-26, 2024. NLPPW will bring together individuals, organizations, industry, and state, tribal, and local governments to increase lead poisoning prevention awareness to reduce childhood exposure to lead.  Click the title to learn more.

 

Events

October 29, 2024 - 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

 

The City of Concord’s Planning & Neighborhood Development Department has partnered with Prosperity Unlimited, Inc. again this year on October 29, 2024, to offer an Annual Meeting for Lenders from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and an Annual Meeting for Realtors from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.  As a direct recipient of funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, the City is committed to sharing information through educational events to enhance and inform others about the importance of Fair Housing laws and practices with the ultimate goal of improving our local communities.

The following topics will be discussed during these events:

  • An overview of Fair Housing laws, including laws that apply to lending transactions.

  • Available state and local resources for down payments and closing costs.

  • Guidelines and requirements for homebuyers to qualify for assistance.

  • Deadlines to secure the additional resources.

These events are free, but registration is required.

To register, either click on the appropriate links or the event flyers below:

Annual Meeting for Lenders: concordnc.gov/LendersMeeting

Annual Meeting for Realtors: concordnc.gov/RealtorsMeeting

Please consider joining us for this next educational event and thank you all for your commitment to working with and helping our citizens to achieve their dreams of owning a home.

          
   

Announcements

Reimagine McGill Survey Results

 

In the fall of 2023, the City of Concord, in partnership with community organizations, sought residents’ input through a survey to help guide the decisions to determine how to redevelop the property that was purchased by the City on McGill Avenue, which is a major gateway between Western Concord and historic Downtown Concord.  The City wanted to explore the concepts that would address a critical community need for greater access to fresh fruits and vegetables.  The input from the community will help to guide the decisions for redevelopment on McGill Avenue.  The survey results are now available for review.  Please view the results below:  

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