GREENSBORO, N.C. (WGHP) — The site of the former Guilford County Animal Shelter along West Wendover Avenue could soon turn into permanent supportive housing consisting of two-story buildings and between 48 and 65 units, with gardens, dog parks, green space and walking loops.
At Thursday’s work session, county commissioners unanimously approved transferring the ownership of the property for the former Guilford County Animal Shelter to the City of Greensboro at no cost.
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The property along West Wendover Avenue was acquired by the county back in 1985 with ownership split between the county, Greensboro and High Point. The county’s animal shelter served the community for decades.
“Adopting pets, saving pets, keeping those that were being abused or neglected and taking care of them. Now, I think the property has a new life and a new project, so I think it’s really exciting for our community,” Jorge Ortega, the Guilford County animal services director said…