Raleigh’s Plan to End Homelessness is a Piece of the Affordable Housing Puzzle 🏠

In this episode of Big Ideas Raleigh, we’re joined by Emila Sutton, Director of Raleigh’s Housing and Neighborhoods Department, and Stephen Gruver, Director of Social Services at The Salvation Army, to dive into the critical challenges of affordable housing and homelessness in our city. Together, they explore the current housing crisis, the role of zoning deregulation, and how collaborative community efforts can provide sustainable solutions.

Tune in to learn how these leaders are addressing homelessness through innovative projects and what steps Raleigh residents can take to support affordable housing initiatives. Whether you're a concerned citizen or passionate about urban development, this episode will give you the insights to help shape Raleigh’s future.

SHOW NOTES:

More about City of Raleigh’s Housing and Neighborhoods Director, Emila Sutton:

Watch the speakers from the City’s Affordable Housing Summit, August 2024:

Or check out a quick recap of the event:

Homelessness is a Housing Problem, by Greg Colburn and Clayton Page Aldern:

Learn more about the Unsheltered Homelessness Response Pilot Program, Bringing Neighbors Home:

Learn more about all of Raleigh’s Housing Efforts: