Durham, NC — Central Pines Regional Council (CPRC) has been awarded $1,583,300 through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Lead Hazard Reduction (LHR) Program, allowing the Council to significantly expand its Lead Safe Triangle Program and strengthen housing safety for families across the region. 

This funding will support lead hazard interim controls and abatement work in approximately 45–50 owner-occupied homes, with priority given to households with children under the age of six, who are most vulnerable to the harmful effects of lead exposure. Work will be completed in partnership with Preserving Home (formerly Rebuilding Together of the Triangle). 

The expanded program provides a critical resource for communities seeking to protect public health, preserve aging housing stock, and maintain housing affordability—all without placing additional financial burden on homeowners. 

“Lead hazard control has impactful outcomes that can protect children, stabilize neighborhoods, and preserve affordable housing,” said Lindsay Whitson, Community and Economic Development Director for CPRC. “This funding allows us to build on our proven track record of delivering federally funded housing programs efficiently and compliantly, while meeting a real and growing need across the region.” 

A Proven Partner for Housing Preservation 

CPRC currently administers a range of housing repair and stabilization programs across multiple counties, including: 

By integrating lead hazard control into these existing programs when possible, CPRC is able to maximize impact, reduce duplication, and deliver comprehensive housing solutions that keep homes safe, livable, and affordable for the long term. 

What This Means for Communities 

This award reinforces CPRC’s role as a trusted regional service provider, capable of managing millions of dollars in federal funding while delivering tangible results for residents and local governments alike. Communities benefit from: 

Once the grant agreement is executed, CPRC will begin marketing the program regionwide and seeking eligible housing units. Additional details on eligibility and application timelines will be shared as the program launch approaches. 

Contacts:  

Lindsay Whitson 
Community & Economic Development Director 
lwhitson@centralpinesnc.gov 

Hunter Fillers 
Housing Program Manager 
hfillers@centralpinesnc.gov