Council members propose veterans tiny‑home idea and press code enforcement on Hwy 70 blight

Apr 7, 2026

Council member Matthews described an informal proposal for tiny homes for veterans near the VA clinic; Council member Singleton raised enforcement concerns about neglected properties on Highway 70 and asked staff to pursue remediation.

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During council reports on Aug. 4, Council member Matthews said a local property owner had been approached about developing small, single‑occupancy homes for veterans near the VA clinic and that the idea could fit Garner’s needs for affordable veteran housing if pursued through normal planning and site‑review channels.

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