The Colorado Housing and Finance Authority is hosting the following webinars and workshops this summer:
The Developer’s Mindset: Strategic Thinking for Affordable Housing Development, Webinar │ July 21, 2026
Affordable housing development is less like checkers and more like chess. Success is more dependent on how well a project is positioned at the beginning than on any single move. Therefore, this session introduces a set of practical frameworks for thinking through that positioning before a shovel ever hits the ground. The session examines the different mindsets developers bring into the room, and what it takes to keep strategically moving toward a shared goal.
The Average Income Minimum Set-Aside – Compliance and Best Practices, Webinar │ August 5, 2026
In this live webinar, affordable housing expert A.J. Johnson will cover the IRS Final Regulation on the LIHTC Average Income Set-Aside. In detailed discussion of the new regulation, key points will include the minimum set-aside versus the Average-test; the removal of the “cliff” test; the Available Unit Rule; timing and changes in unit designations; and Average Income and the Applicable Fraction. There will be plenty of opportunities for Q and A.
Need-to-Know Tax Credits: A Practical Workshop for Owners, Developers, and Board Members, Denver │ August 25, 2026
The Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program can be complex—and small misunderstandings can lead to big consequences. This one-day, in-person workshop is designed to simplify the program, connect the dots across roles, and give you the practical knowledge needed to navigate it with confidence. Whether you’re new to LIHTC or looking to strengthen your understanding, this session focuses on how the pieces fit together—from development through ongoing compliance—so you can make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes.
