About Goldenrod

Goldenrod Village located at 1602 N Goldenrod Rd is a proposed 150-bed Housing Navigation Center designed to address the urgent housing needs of individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness in unincorporated Orange County. The center will serve as a critical resource for immediate shelter while providing coordinated, on-site supportive services aimed at promoting long-term housing stability and successful transitions to permanent housing.

Target Population

  • Unhoused Adult Men and Women
  • Pet accommodations, welcoming clients who are accompanied by their dogs

Why Goldenrod Village and What It Means for Our Community

  • Addressing the Shelter Bed Shortage: Orange County currently faces a deficit of approximately 500 shelter beds, underscoring a critical need for additional bed capacity. The proposed 150-bed facility will help close this gap by providing immediate, safe shelter for individuals experiencing homelessness.
  • Supporting 2026 Point-in-Time Count Data: The 2026 Point-in-Time Count identified 1,979 individuals experiencing homelessness across Orange County. This facility will help serve a portion of this population, reducing unsheltered homelessness and supporting improved community health and stability.
  • Promoting Long-Term Homelessness Reduction Strategies: Expanded shelter capacity enables stronger connections to case management and supportive services that lead to permanent housing. This approach helps reduce repeat episodes of homelessness and supports long-term stability.
  • Ensuring Community Compatibility: The facility will be fully gated, monitored by security cameras, and staffed 24/7 to ensure the safety of both clients and the broader community.
  • Providing Tailored Services and Pathways to Independence: Clients will participate in individualized services including mental health care, job training, housing assistance, and case management. These supports are designed to create clear pathways toward long-term self-sufficiency.
  • Targeting Areas of Greatest Need Through Strategic Location: Proximity to areas with high concentrations of homelessness enables more effective outreach and service delivery. This location allows for timely intervention and more efficient connection to care.
  • Aligning with Orange County’s Homelessness Reduction Goals: Goldenrod Village supports Orange County’s broader commitment to reducing homelessness and improving public health outcomes. The project reflects a coordinated, proactive investment in housing stability and community well-being.
  • Implementing a Structured, Phase-Based Support Model: A step-by-step service model will guide clients from stabilization through skill-building to permanent housing placement. Tailored support at each stage promotes sustained progress and long-term independence.

We are currently in the design development phase of this new facility; therefore, the physical footprint remains subject to change based on the finalized architectural plans. However, this facility will be more than a place for individuals to sleep, it is envisioned as a comprehensive, full-service campus designed to support transformation and long-term outcomes for its clients.

Goldenrod Village Goals:

  • Reduce homelessness in the community
  • Facilitate supportive housing outcomes
  • Promote health & well-being
  • Reintegrate clients into the workforce
  • Encourage self-sufficiency
  • Improve safety for clients
  • Create a respectful & welcoming community environment
  • Support individuals from vulnerable populations
  • Strengthen community connections

Proposed Amenities:

  • Sleeping areas with a combination of dormitory-style & individual rooms to accommodate 150 beds
  • Medical & Behavioral Health clinic spaces
  • Administrative offices
  • Kitchen and cafeteria
  • Library & classroom spaces
  • Computer lab
  • Outdoor locker storage
  • Dog kennel
  • Outdoor walking area
  • Outdoor seating area

Services Offered:

  • Medical & Behavioral Health services
  • Housing assistance
  • Case management
  • Benefits & identification assistance
  • Job placement assistance
  • Educational placement assistance
  • Financial education
  • Life skills
  • Specialized support groups

Security:

The safety and well-being of both Goldenrod Village clients and the surrounding community are fundamental priorities of this program. Goldenrod Village will operate as a structured, service-focused housing community with strict security, sobriety, and participation requirements designed to maintain a safe, clean, and well-managed environment for all.

Key components include, but are not limited to:

  • 24/7 Security
  • 24/7 Staffing
  • Law enforcement coordination
  • Controlled entry points
  • Property-wide camera system
  • Staff trained in crisis intervention & de-escalation
  • Emergency preparedness training
  • Litter, loitering, & noise management
  • Community hotline

Good Neighbor Policy:

We are committed to maintaining strong community standards through proactive management of litter, noise, and loitering, ensuring the campus remains well-maintained and respectful of surrounding neighborhoods.

Construction updates for the Goldenrod Village Housing Navigation Center will be posted here as they become available, ensuring the community remains informed of project progress and key milestones.

Timeline of construction (Coming Soon)

Current progress and milestones achieved (Coming Soon)

RFP for Design Phase

The Request for Proposals (RFP) stage has officially closed. Submitted proposals are currently under review as part of the final selection process.

Budget

The Board of County Commissioners approved $26M in funding to construct Goldenrod Village as part of the five-year capital plan. To offset a portion of the total cost, we are also applying for federal grants, with $1.5M currently in the approval process.

  • Operational Contract (Coming Soon)
  • Expected completion date (Coming Soon)

Photos or renderings of the project (Coming soon)

We welcome input and support from the community and remain committed to providing timely updates and ongoing communication to ensure transparency, foster trust, and keep residents and surrounding neighborhoods informed as information becomes available.

Upcoming meetings or events


Contact Us

Please send any questions or suggestions related to this project to GoldenrodVillage@ocfl.net.

  • All e-mails sent to this address become part of Orange County public record. Comments received by our e-mail subsystem can be read by anyone who requests that privilege. In compliance with "Government in the Sunshine" laws, Orange County Government must make available, at request, any and all information not deemed a threat to the security of law enforcement agencies and personnel.