Councilman Mitchell Applauds Approval of 77 New Affordable Homes on Huger St
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October 13, 2025
Councilman Mitchell Applauds Approval of 77 New Affordable Homes on Huger Street
Charleston, S.C. — The City of Charleston took another major step forward in addressing its affordable housing needs this week as the Charleston Housing Authority’s proposal for 77 new, beautifully designed affordable apartments at 275 Huger Street received official approval from the City’s Board of Architectural Review on Friday.
Councilman Robert Mitchell, who has championed affordable housing his entire career, first as a HUD-approved housing counselor and then as a Councilman, called the approval “a major win for working families and for the future of downtown Charleston.”
“I have championed affordable housing redevelopment at this location for years — and now, I’m proud that 275 Huger St is becoming part of the solution, part of our ambitious plan to build 3,500 affordable housing units on the peninsula,” Mitchell said. “From the Huger Street pump station to these new homes, we’re showing what persistence and partnership can achieve for Charleston’s residents.”
The new development will feature high-quality design and modern amenities, while retaining the same number of low-income units and adding a tiered blend of additional affordable units. This will continue the City’s effort to ensure that Charleston’s workforce and longtime residents can continue to live and thrive on the peninsula.
Mitchell has made affordable housing and infrastructure investment central to his work on Council, helping secure hundreds of affordable units in recent years and advancing a city-endorsed plan for 3,500 more. The Huger Street project builds directly on that record.
“It’s proof that when the City, Housing Authority, and community work together, we can deliver results that matter,” Mitchell added. “I agree with Housing Authority CEO Art Miligan, Jr, this is a win for the city, for residents, and for the future of Charleston.”
Construction of the 77 new affordable homes at 275 Huger St is expected to be complete and ready for tenants by 2027.
Keeping Charleston Moving Forward
Councilman Mitchell’s leadership on projects like Huger Street on the Eastside demonstrates what steady, experienced representation can accomplish — transforming long-discussed ideas into real results. From major drainage improvements to hundreds of new affordable homes, Mitchell has proven that he knows how to get results for Charleston’s neighborhoods.
That’s why this election matters: to keep the progress coming, Charleston needs leaders who understand the work, have built relationships of trust and respect, and won’t stop fighting for residents.
Featured image provided/Davis Architecture
