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True Homes and University City church propose 65 townhomes restricted to 80% AMI
Summary
True Homes and University City UMC presented a rezoning to build up to 65 townhomes restricted to households at 80% area median income, with long‑term affordability commitments; staff recommended approval pending resolution of transportation, site design and environmental issues.
True Homes presented a proposal on Feb. 16 to develop about 4.94 acres (petition 2025‑0129) on church property in University City into up to 65 townhomes to be offered to households at 80% of area median income or less. Pastor Donnell Fitz Jeffries said the project aligns with the congregation’s mission to provide affordable housing near jobs and services.
True Homes representative Ron Staley said the homes would be restricted at the 80% AMI level for a century or more, not the shorter affordability terms some programs allow. Staff outlined site requirements including sidewalk and multi‑use path connections and said approval is recommended after transportation, site/building design and environmental issues are resolved.
Council members spoke in favor of the project’s intent and emphasized the need for the petitioner to resolve the outstanding technical matters before final approval. The council closed the hearing and moved toward considering the rezoning pending technical clarifications.
