S.853

Create Dept. of Housing and Comm. Development

Introduced·4/28/26

Establishes the North Carolina Department of Housing and Community Development to oversee housing and community development.

The bill creates the North Carolina Department of Housing and Community Development, a cabinet-level department responsible for housing and community development. The Department includes divisions for operations, community development, housing, and policy and legislative affairs. It aims to partner with communities to develop economic potential, provide training for building officials, and invest in housing projects for low- to moderate-income residents. The Department is funded with $30 million in recurring funds starting in the 2026-2027 fiscal year.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations/Base Budget Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 29

Senate

Passed 1st Reading

Apr 29

Senate

Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate

Apr 29

Senate

Withdrawn From Com