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Housing

Mecklenburg County is committed to reducing the number of residents experiencing homelessness and advancing stable affordable housing options for all County residents.

Housing Services

Affordable Housing Initiatives

Provides annual housing stabilization grants to enhance communities by aiding low-and moderate-Income households.
Community Development Block Grant

Provides annual housing stabilization grants to enhance communities by aiding low-and moderate-Income households.
Corporate-Owned Rentals

Research and resources on corporate-owned single-family housing.
Emergency Assistance Program

The Emergency Program Aid is offered through churches and community agency referrals to eligible residents who are facing a hardship.
Energy Assistance

Seasonal and year-round energy and utility support to help residents keep their services going.

This service is available at: Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center (CRC) Valerie C. Woodard Community Resource Center (CRC)
HOMES Program

Grant program is designed to assist qualified residential homeowners with low to moderate income.

This service is available at: Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center (CRC) Valerie C. Woodard Community Resource Center (CRC)
Housing Innovation & Stabilization

Connects people who are homeless, or about to become homeless, to available community resources and services.
Property Tax Deferral for the Elderly or Disabled (Circuit Breaker)

Allows qualifying individuals the option to defer a portion of the property taxes owed on their permanent residence.
Property Tax Exclusion for the Elderly or Disabled

Property tax exclusions are available for qualifying elderly and disabled residents.