Durham’s Old Police HQ to Become Affordable Housing | Raleigh News

Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 14, 2026 · 1m

Durham’s long-vacant former police HQ on West Chapel Hill Street is set to become a major affordable housing hub, with city council poised to approve up to $6.3 million in funding for 80 one-bedroom units—perfectly timed to meet soaring demand for single-person rentals. Construction kicks off mid-2028 and wraps by late 2029, with the city retaining land ownership under a 99-year lease. The $27M project relies heavily on external financing, including a crucial state tax credit, while the historic station next door awaits a restoration expert. The rest of the four-acre site remains open for…