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Housing and Neighborhood Services News 9/20/26

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The Crownicle is a newsletter about the programs and services offered by the City of Charlotte’s Housing & Neighborhood Services department.

 
 
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Welcoming Week: Connect With Neighbors Tonight and Tomorrow

 

Welcoming Week continues through Sept. 19. Join neighbors at these upcoming gatherings:

  • Tonight, Sept. 17: Finding Home, 6:30–7:30 p.m. Share stories about making Charlotte home at the Hindu Center of Charlotte, 7400 City View Drive.
  • Tomorrow, Sept. 18: The Welcome Table, 10 a.m.–noon. Connect over food and conversation at One Water Facility, 4100 W. Tyvola Road.
 
See the Welcoming Week event details
 
 
 
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Programs & Resources

 

Now Open: $500 to $3,000 for Neighborhood Projects

Applications are now open for the Community Microgrant, which supports short-term, resident-led projects that bring neighbors together, improve well-being or address neighborhood needs. Eligible neighborhood organizations, including HOAs and resident-led groups in rental communities, can request $500 to $3,000 with no matching contribution required.

Applications are reviewed as received through March 15, 2027, or until funds run out. Before applying, watch the required pre-application workshop recording. Submit applications through the HNS grant portal.

High School Students: Help Shape Your Community

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Youth Council gives local high school students opportunities to share ideas with school and government leaders, build leadership skills and meet students from other schools. Members explore issues such as mental health, community safety and school policies. Sign up for Youth Council information and participation.

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Find Your Neighborhood Group

Connect with a neighborhood association, HOA or other local group through the Neighborhood Organization Directory. Browse contacts, websites and other information to learn who is organizing nearby.

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Try Charlotte’s First Digital Kiosk

Find local businesses and community resources at Beatties Ford Road and West Fifth Street, across from Five Points Plaza. Explore its features.

More Items Can Go in Your Recycling Cart

Upgrades to Mecklenburg County’s Amble Drive recycling facility mean residents can now recycle paper and plastic cups (no straws), plastic yogurt containers, and clear plastic takeout, produce, and bakery containers. Keep recyclables clean, loose and dry: remove food, drain liquids and leave items unbagged. See what’s newly accepted.

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Code Enforcement Tip of the Month

"Junk motor vehicles" are defined as being inoperable and unlicensed. You may have one junk motor vehicle on your property; however, it must be located at the rear of the property and covered with a canvas car cover. A violation of this ordinance could result in your vehicle being towed.

 
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Get Involved: Upcoming Events & Workshops

 

Thursday, Sept. 24: Connect Young People With Opportunities

Learn how neighborhood and HOA leaders can connect youth and families with programs and resources through the Office of Youth Opportunities. 6:30–7:30 p.m. on Zoom. Register for the youth resources session.

Wednesday, Sept. 30: Strengthen Your Grant Application

Learn to explain your community’s needs, describe your project and connect it to clear goals and results. 6:30–7:30 p.m. on Zoom. Register for the grant-writing workshop.

Neighborhood Board Retreat: Rescheduled to Saturday, Nov. 14

Build leadership skills and plan your neighborhood’s next steps. Apply by Friday, Oct. 16. Individual applicants can attend morning learning sessions; neighborhood groups of four to eight can apply for the full day, including afternoon planning. Space is limited.

 
 
 
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Around Our Neighborhoods

 

From Renting to Owning: Takesha’s Story

After years of renting, Takesha Lewis purchased a home at Legacy Vista, a 14-home community developed by Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region with support from Charlotte’s Housing Trust Fund. Hear what homeownership means to Takesha.

A companion video explains how Charlotte’s development rules helped Habitat create homes at Legacy Vista and a duplex on Toddville Road. See how Habitat built more affordable homes.

Neighborhood Grants in Action

Good Neighbor Grants helped Five Points and Echo Hills celebrate National Night Out. Watch the video about these neighborhood projects. Learn more about how these grants support neighborhood projects.

Hidden Valley Connects Neighbors with Resources

Residents in Hidden Valley used a Neighborhood Matching Grant to create a bilingual resource campaign that shares information about local services, programs and opportunities with Spanish- and English-speaking neighbors. The project helps residents find support and stay connected to resources available in their community. Learn more about the Neighborhood Matching Grants program.

Preserving Faires Farm’s History

Residents helped secure historic landmark protection for the silos along Faires Farm Road. Watch their story.

More Transportation Options at McNeel

Shared electric vehicles and e-bikes give apartment residents more ways to make everyday trips. Explore the programs or watch Carolina Carshare in action.

Students Explore Green Careers

Green Pathways introduced students to sustainability work in local government this summer. See what students learned.

 
 
 
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