Chattooga County Commissioner Andy Allen has approved an expansion of the county’s Urban Redevelopment Area in an effort to help unlock federal funding opportunities for a proposed apartment development near Trion.

The move redraws redevelopment boundaries to include property targeted for a new housing project, allowing developers to pursue financing programs that are often tied to designated redevelopment areas. County leaders say the change is aimed at encouraging investment and increasing housing availability in the area.

Housing availability has remained a growing concern across Northwest Georgia as communities continue to see demand for additional workforce and family housing. Supporters of the redevelopment expansion believe the project could help address some of those needs while also bringing new economic activity to the county.

Urban Redevelopment Areas are commonly used by local governments to encourage development in areas identified for revitalization or economic growth. Expanding those boundaries can make projects eligible for certain grants, tax incentives, and federal funding opportunities that may not otherwise be available.

According to the commissioner, the redevelopment boundary adjustment is part of a broader effort to attract investment and support long-term growth in Chattooga County.

Additional details regarding the proposed apartment development, including construction timelines and the number of planned units, are expected to be released as the project moves forward.