Policy on Tap

Description

Policy on Tap, presented by Allen Stahl & Kilbourne, is the Chamber's quarterly discussion series at the intersection of business and government. Each session highlights issues that matter to our business community, featuring insights from policymakers and experts.

Come for great craft beer and business networking; leave smarter about your community and local government.

Housing Huddle: Why Policy Changes are Essential to Meet Regional Housing Needs
What’s really standing in the way of more affordable housing?

📅 August 20, 2025 | 🕔 5:00 - 7:00pm

Join us for a timely and engaging conversation about how local governments across our region are rethinking land use and development policies to help address housing availability and affordability. From Chapel Hill’s ongoing Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO) rewrite, to Carrboro’s upcoming Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) update, to Orange County’s broader land use planning efforts—policy changes are in motion and their successful adoption is essential to meet our region’s housing needs

Panelists:

• Eric Chupp, Director of Development, Capkov Ventures and Government Affairs Chair, Home Builders Association of Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties
• Theo Nollert, Councilmember, Town of Chapel Hill
• Jennifer Player, President and CEO, Habitat for Humanity of Orange County 

Agenda:

🕔 5:00pm – Arrival and Networking
🕠 5:30pm – Panel Discussion, Q&A, and Group Discussion
🕖 7:00pm – Adjourn

Next Session: Wednesday, November 12, 5:00 - 7:00pm

Topic: To be announced

Thank you to our event sponsors who make this gathering possible:

Policy on Tap is presented by Allen Stahl & Kilbourne

Allen Stahl + Kilbourne was founded to prioritize personal client relationships. Our diverse team of attorneys, with deep roots in Western North Carolina, collaborates to craft tailored solutions for each client. When you choose us, you're not just hiring an attorney—you're gaining a dedicated team committed to building lasting attorney-client relationships.

To learn more or schedule a consultation, contact James Kilbourne at jamesk@asklawnc.com.

Space and service provided by Bru's Public House - Carrboro 

Whether you’re a neighborhood local looking to become a regular or just stopping in, Bru's Public House is here to serve up fresh dishes from the kitchen, cold beers, and refreshing cocktails. Known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, Bru's is the perfect spot for networking and making lasting connections.