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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Greensboro public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
News and Record Site Redevelopment
The former News and Record newspaper site was scheduled for discussion as a redevelopment opportunity. No outcome is available.
Affordable Housing Land Disposition to CHDOs
The city was scheduled to consider selling three parcels — on Glenwood Avenue, Grove Street, and W. Florida Street — with a financing commitment to support affordable housing development. This could bring new affordable homes to the Glenwood area.
Depot Project
The Depot project was scheduled for discussion by the committee. No outcome is available.
Highway 421 Corridor Development
The committee was scheduled to discuss the Highway 421 corridor, a key growth and economic development area for the city. Details of what was discussed are not available.
Historic Landmark Designations
Greensboro is creating a local historic marker program to recognize 1-2 significant local people, places, or events each year.
Multi-Family Residential Rezoning on High Street
Neighbors pushed back against turning an R-3 residential lot on High Street into a duplex, citing traffic and worries about neighborhood character.
Spring Garden Street Corridor Plan
Planning staff updated the commission on extensive community outreach for the Spring Garden Street corridor, balancing neighborhood preservation with multi-modal transportation goals.
Willowlake Road Planned Unit Development
A massive 900-unit residential PUD on Old Randleman Road drew sharp criticism from opponents over leapfrog growth, immense traffic increases, and rural character loss.
Dream Center Project & Gateway Research Park Status
Public commenters and council members questioned the current legal status and municipal involvement with the proposed Dream Center project at Gateway Research Park.
Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Program in Downtown
Staff announced plans to launch an autonomous vehicle pilot program called 'The Hopp' in downtown Greensboro this fall, partnering with NCDOT.
Road to 10,000 Homes Initiative
City officials reviewed five years of progress on local housing goals, discussing rental assistance, home repair programs, and strategies to increase housing capacity across Greensboro.
Andrews Farm Road Residential Multifamily Development
An 83-acre annexation and multi-family rezoning project proposes up to 210 homes near McConnell Road. Residents expressed concerns about the loss of rural character and traffic impacts on two-lane roads.
Lewiston and Hackamore Road Townhome Development
A developer requested a 30-day delay on a 175-home townhome project to work through neighborhood concerns about buffers, traffic calming, and a shared pond.
Tenant Eviction Advocacy and Legal Aid Funding (TEAM)
Advocates urged the council to maintain and permanently fund the Tenant Eviction Advocacy Mediation (TEAM) program to combat rising eviction rates.
Redevelopment of Former Glenwood Church Site
The city is reviewing proposals to redevelop the former church property at 1417 McConnell Avenue into affordable housing while preserving the structure.
Affordable Multi-Family Housing Funding Commitments
Council members discussed the recent closure of the Studio 6 extended stay hotel, noting successful efforts to relocate displaced residents facing substandard living conditions and housing instability.