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Kentucky Housing Corporation Announces 2026 Annual Action Plan for Kentucky’s Block Grant Housing Programs Public Hearing and Public Comment Period
A public hearing will be held at 10 a.m. ET Tuesday, March 24, 2026, to obtain public input for the 2026 Annual Action Plan for Kentucky’s Block Grant Housing Programs. Following the hearing, the 2026 Annual Action Plan will be available for public comment March 30, 2026, through May 8, 2026. The Annual Action Plan […]
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey Announces Over $140 Million to Create More Than 1,300 New Homes Statewide
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced funding from two programs to jumpstart housing production across the state. Approximately $8.4 million from the new Commercial Conversion Tax Credit Initiative (CCTCI) to help communities transform empty or rundown commercial buildings into new homes and $139.5 million in low-income housing tax credits and subsidies through the Affordable Housing Development grant program. Together, these […]
Minnesota Housing Delivers Preservation Framework for the Targeted Stabilization of Regulated Affordable Housing to State Legislature
The final Preservation Framework for the Targeted Stabilization of Regulated Affordable Housing was delivered to the Minnesota Legislature on February 13, 2026, and is now available on the Preservation Framework webpage of Minnesota Housing’s website. The Preservation Framework examines existing preservation tools and strategies, as well as opportunities to strengthen programs, policies, and processes to better support the targeted […]
New Hampshire Housing Multifamily Division Housing Staff Update
New Hampshire Housing announced the departure of Ryan Pope, Senior Director, Multifamily Development and Finance, effective March 6, 2026. Ryan has spent the last year at NH Housing supporting key projects and making a meaningful impact. Over the coming weeks, NH Housing will be working closely with Ryan to ensure a smooth and thoughtful transition of his responsibilities. If […]
Nebraska Investment Finance Authority Expands 4% Housing Tax Credit Awards, Adding Nearly 300 Units and $27 Million in Investment to Omaha
The Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA) awarded 4% LIHTC allocations to two additional affordable housing developments in Omaha, expanding the total 2026 investment to more than $14 million in tax credits and $100 million in tax-exempt bond financing for nearly 1,500 affordable units statewide. New Omaha Developments: 25RRC, Omaha – Developed by Hoppe & Son, LLC, this 96-unit property will include one- and […]
Oregon Housing and Community Services and Tribal Nations Launch First-of-its-Kind Housing Initiative
Oregon Housing and Community Services announced the launch of the Tribal Housing Grant Fund (THGF), which is a first-of-its-kind program to provide state funds to help address the housing needs of the Nine Federally Recognized Tribes of Oregon. Program funds can be used for affordable rental housing and homeownership initiatives, as well as to maintain By and For Initiative-Native […]
New York Governor Kathy Hochul Announces More Than $240 Million Investment to Create and Preserve 1,800 Affordable Homes Statewide
Governor Kathy Hochul announced more than $240 million in tax credits and subsidies to create and preserve 1,800 affordable homes in 27 housing developments across New York. The awarded projects include housing with supportive services, accessibility features, and incorporate sustainability measures to keep costs down for residents and help address climate change. The awards are provided through New York […]
Ohio Housing Finance Agency Welcomes Jill Schuler as Senior Director of Operations
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) announced that Jill Schuler has joined the Agency as the senior director of operations. She will oversee the offices of Capital Markets, Facilities, Finance, Information Technology, Internal Audit, and Public Affairs. Jill brings more than 25 years of public service experience to the role and previously served as Controlling Board president and […]
Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency Issues Notice for All HOME & NHTF Rental Activity Awardees
The Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency’s (OHFA) Annual Rental Activity Reports for the HOME and NHTF programs are due by February 28, 2026. These reports are required for all contracts for rental activities that were awarded in which the Written Agreement was signed either on or before December 31, 2025. Required Documents These documents can be found in the HOME […]
Oregon Housing and Community Services Funds 208 Affordable Rental Homes
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) funded the creation and preservation of 208 affordable homes through the Oregon Centralized Application process. The Oregon Housing Stability Council approved funding for five properties located in Portland, Hillsboro, and Phoenix. These developments will serve a diverse range of people, including wildfire survivors, communities of color, and older adults. One of these is […]
New York State Homes and Community Renewal Announces Risk Reduction and Insurance Affordability Pilot Program
New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) announced that Urban Homesteading Assistance Board and Housing Partnership Network were selected to administer its Risk Reduction and Insurance Affordability pilot program, which will help non-profit housing providers reduce costs by joining insurance captives. The two groups will work directly with non-profit affordable housing providers across the state to assess the risk profile […]
Minnesota Housing Announces Award of $7.5 Million for Housing Infrastructure Projects
Minnesota Housing announced the award of nearly $7.5 million in grants to 21 infrastructure projects that will support housing development through the new Greater Minnesota Housing Infrastructure Grant Program. Infrastructure projects will support plans for approximately 450 single family and 400 multifamily housing units across Greater Minnesota. Funding will help establish sewer and water services, build streets and manage stormwater. Individual grants range from $25,000-$500,000. Established in 2023, the program […]