Greensboro Proposes Permanent Housing Solutions for Homeless

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The city of Greensboro, North Carolina is proposing to end its temporary Doorway Project housing community and instead focus on providing long-term, permanent housing options for individuals experiencing homelessness. The city also plans to establish two new cooling and overnight shelter sites to prevent heat-related deaths and reduce loitering. Additionally, the city wants to help 10 families currently living in their cars get into apartments and provide housing support for 20 more people.

Why it matters

Homelessness is a persistent issue in many communities, and Greensboro's proposal represents an effort to move away from temporary solutions towards more stable, long-term housing options. This shift could have a significant impact on the lives of those experiencing homelessness in the city.

The details

Under the city's proposal, the temporary Doorway Project, which provides shelter and case management services, would be ended. Instead, Greensboro plans to establish two new cooling and overnight shelter sites to prevent heat-related deaths and reduce loitering. The city also wants to help 10 families currently living in their cars get into apartments and provide housing support for 20 more people.

• The city's proposal still needs to be approved by the city council.

What’s next

If approved by the city council, Greensboro will move forward with implementing its plan to provide permanent housing solutions for those experiencing homelessness, including ending the temporary Doorway Project and establishing new overnight shelter sites.