New Bern Housing Authority Property Request — 721 and 703 First Avenue
Description
The Housing Authority requested two redevelopment parcels on First Avenue, and the commission was scheduled to consider accepting the offer to purchase them.
Impact summary
Six new affordable rental units are coming to the Avenues area with long-term income restrictions.
Applicant
- Name
- New Bern Housing Authority
- Address
- 721 First Ave; 703 First Ave, New Bern, NC
At a glance
- Hearings
- 3
- Public comments
- 0
- Total mentions
- 3
Last vote · Redevelopment Commission
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 14, 2026.
Meeting timeline (3)
Redevelopment Commission - Oct 14, 2026
The Housing Authority is buying two lots for $63,000 to build four townhomes and two single-family rentals with a central park, with covenants extended to 15 years.
Redevelopment Commission - Sep 9, 2026
The Housing Authority's offer to buy two First Avenue properties was continued to October 14 while its attorney prepares documentation.
Redevelopment Commission - Aug 12, 2026
The commission was scheduled to consider accepting the sale of two First Avenue parcels to the New Bern Housing Authority.
Related issues (1)
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