Greensboro Needs 30,000 Homes In The Next Five Years

The homelessness crisis in the Piedmont Triad is a challenge that demands urgent attention. According to a recent article from MyFOX8, homelessness in Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem continues to grow, driven by a lack of affordable housing and access to supportive services. Local leaders, nonprofits, and community groups are stepping up to tackle the…

The Greensboro City Council recently made a significant decision about how to handle the environmental contamination at Bingham Park, as detailed in an article by the Greensboro News & Record. After much deliberation, the council voted in October 2024, 6-2 to adopt a “cap-and-cover” approach rather than undertaking a full cleanup of the site. While this…

A step forward in tenant support has been announced with Greensboro’s decision to allocate additional funding to the Tenant Education Advocacy Mediation Program (TEAM). Highlighted in a recent article by MyFOX8, this moment marks a significant advancement in the city’s commitment to addressing housing stability and protecting renters from the devastating impact of evictions. What Is…

A new executive order aims to clear homeless encampments from city streets, raising urgent questions about the future of housing security and compassionate care, both nationally and right here in Guilford County. Here at the Greensboro Housing Coalition (GHC), our work is grounded in the belief that safe, stable, and affordable housing is a fundamental…

Originally aired July 21, 2024

Should air conditioning be considered a required part of rental housing? According to WCNC, one North Carolina lawmaker says yes, and we couldn’t agree more. Rep. Tracy Clark (D-Guilford County) has introduced House Bill 879, a legislative proposal to mandate air conditioning in all rental units across the state. This bill highlights the growing recognition of…