Affordable Housing Development

Effective January 28, 2025, and until further notice, we are no longer accepting applications for Affordable Housing Development projects. For information on the program please contact Gilbert Combs, Community Development & Housing Manager (gilbert.combs@wilmingtonnc.gov)

Single-Family, Multi-Family, Homeowner, Rental, Supportive Housing

The City of Wilmington identifies the need for workforce/affordable housing as a priority in the City's Strategic Plan. Increasing affordable housing options is a goal in the City's Five Year Consolidated Plan. Furthermore, Create Wilmington Comprehensive Plan, recognizes that Wilmington residents want a diverse and inclusive community, with high-quality housing that is available to everyone.

Limited funds may be available for the development of housing that is affordable to households earning 80% or below the Area Median Income. Funds may be used to help finance the development of new construction or rehabilitation for single-family housing for homeownership, multi-family rental housing, permanent supportive housing, etc.

Interested applicants should review the guidelines and application documents below:

• Affordable Housing Development Guidelines and Application Word Version
• Toolbox Small Scale Rental Housing, Underwriting Proforma R2, 10.2.12
• Toolbox Homeowner, Underwriting Proforma R2, 10.2.12
• Census information
• Amenities Map