CHARLOTTE, N.C. — As Charlotte continues to struggle with homelessness, UNC Charlotte has released a new report that details the city’s progress and what still needs to be done.
The report found that Mecklenburg County needs to try something new to tackle the issues of housing instability and homelessness together.
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According to the report, the biggest barrier to housing is tied to economic mobility.
The report said 39 percent of people claimed they were unable to afford rent and even though evictions were down, more evictions had been filed.
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An individual would have to work 103 hours per week at minimum wage to afford a 2-bedroom unit at a fair market rent, according to the report.
The study also found more people are spending an average of six additional days in an emergency shelter.
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The city of the Charlotte wants new affordable units to be built in desirable neighborhoods with access to jobs and transportation.
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City leaders are holding public meetings to get feedback from the community.
The next meeting is Thursday at 6 p.m. at Myers Park United Methodist Church.
To read UNCC'S full report click here.
In a special presentation from Eyewitness News, we are continuing to investigate homelessness and looking for solutions for the thousands of people being priced out of Charlotte. Watch Part 1 of our series below. Click here to watch Part 2.
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