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Three examples of workforce housing experience, including project title, description,
number of units/households assisted, project year, and location
Project Title: WHSP-Funded Rental Assistance Program
• Description: Utilizing funding from last year's WHSP award, this ongoing project aims
to provide stable housing for workforce families in New Hanover County. The project
focuses on offering rental subsidies and support services to essential workers, such as
teachers, healthcare workers, and public safety personnel, who struggle with the high cost
of living in the area.
• Number of Units/Households Assisted: 72 units (ongoing)
• Project Year: 2023 (ongoing)
• Location: Various locations within New Hanover County, North Carolina
2. Project Title: Castle Hayne Workforce Housing Development
• Description: The Castle Hayne Workforce Housing Development is a planned 124-unit
housing project already zoned in Castle Hayne. This development aims to provide
affordable, energy-efficient housing for workforce families. The project will include
amenities and green spaces to enhance the quality of life for residents, making it an
attractive option for essential workers in the area.
• Number of Units/Households Assisted: 124 units (planned)
• Project Year: 2025-2026 (planned start)
• Location: Castle Hayne, New Hanover County, North Carolina
3. Project Title: Healthy Opportunities Pilot (HOP) Program
• Description: Since 2021, New Hope CDC has been working with the Healthy
Opportunities Pilot (HOP) program to provide comprehensive housing support to over
3,500 households in Onslow and New Hanover counties. The program offers rental
assistance, financial counseling, and other supportive services to help families achieve
housing stability and improve their overall well-being.
• Number of Units/Households Assisted: Over 3,500 households
• Project Year: 2021 (ongoing)
• Location: Onslow and New Hanover Counties, North Carolina
These examples demonstrate New Hope CDC's extensive experience and commitment to
providing affordable housing solutions for workforce families. Our ongoing projects and future
plans reflect our dedication to addressing the housing needs of essential workers in New Hanover
County and beyond.