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Minnesota 2026 4% HTC Only Round Pre-Applications Open
Minnesota Housing is now accepting pre-applications for the 2026 4% HTC Only Round for projects expected to be financed with tax-exempt volume limited bonding authority from Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB). The pre-application must be submitted at least 30 days prior to the submission of the full application. For projects that receive an award of […]
Opportunity to Participate On Partner List for Michigan CDBG Program
Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA)’s Neighborhood Development Division is creating an interested Community Based Development Organization (CBDO) list for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. This list will be used by MSHDA to identify agencies interested in submitting a 2026 Letter of Intent (LOI) in partnership with a local unit of government to […]
New Jersey DCR Updates FAQs for Multiple Dwelling Reporting Rule and 2026 Inquiry Form
The New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) has updated its FAQs and its Tenant/Applicant Inquiry Form for its Multiple Dwelling Reporting Rule (MDRR) to address the April 2025 amendments to the rule. The amended rule covers owners of 25 or more dwelling units across locations in New Jersey, requires owners to provide DCR’s Inquiry […]
Oregon Housing and Community Services Prepares 2026 9% LIHTC Funding Request Forms
The 9% LIHTC Request Form will be available starting January 12, 2026. As outlined in the State of Oregon 2025 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), projects seeking 9% LIHTC resources must complete a 9% LIHTC Request Form indicating their interest and including key details about their projects that will used in a competitive selection process. OHCS […]
South Dakota Housing Awards More Than $60 Million for Affordable Housing
South Dakota Housing’s Board of Commissioners recently awarded $59.4 million to support the construction and rehabilitation of multifamily and single-family rental housing across the state. An additional $742,500 was awarded to nine programs that provide affordable housing assistance. The developments received $42 million in bond financing, $3.25 million in Housing Infrastructure Financing, $4.19 million in […]
New Hampshire 2027-2028 QAP Public Hearing: January 20, 2026
NH Housing is hosting a 2027-2028 QAP public hearing on January 20, 2026. The hearing will be held at NH Housing, 32 Constitution Drive, Bedford, NH (enter at the Main Entrance). A virtual attendance option will also be offered. In light of the substantial and valuable public feedback received—particularly from the November 20, 2025, forum—NH […]
North Dakota FY 2026 Community Needs Public Hearing Notice
The North Dakota Department of Commerce Division of Community Services (NDDCS) and North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) will hold a public hearing on January 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., CT, to gather input on and to prioritize North Dakota’s needs for affordable and special needs housing, services for individuals who are homeless, and public […]
Oklahoma Housing HOME and NHTF Holiday Payment Schedule
The Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) announced that reimbursement requests will not be processed December 22-December 26 due to the short week and limited staff. Reimbursement requests submitted after noon on December 12, 2025, will be processed before January 5, 2026. Bank/Federal Holidays: December 25, 2025 and January 1, 2026 OHFA Closures: December 11, 2025 December […]
Oregon Housing and Community Services Funds the Creation and Preservation of More Than 4,800 Affordable Homes in 2025
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) funded the creation or preservation of 4,806 affordable rental homes across Oregon. It’s a 50% increase from the 3,208 affordable homes funded in 2024. This growth is significant as the housing industry continues to experience supply chain delays and rising costs. OHCS is one of the first housing finance […]
New Hampshire FY 2026 OUD Supportive Housing Capital Program NOFO Contact Update
Please be advised that the point of contact for the Opioid Use Disorder Supportive Housing Capital Program and the upcoming FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) has been revised due to recent staffing changes. Going forward, please direct all inquiries to Emily Boisvert: Emily Boisvert Senior Multifamily Lending Officer 603-310-9364 [email protected] The FY […]
Ohio Housing Finance Agency 2026 Experience and Capacity Submission Window is Open!
Entities seeking approval to submit a proposal application in the 2026 9% LIHTC and/or Housing Development Gap Financing (HDGF) programs must submit the 2026 Experience and Capacity workbook and related materials to OHFA’s File Transfer Site no later than 5:00 p.m. on January 8, 2026. The Standards and Workbook are provided below and are also […]
HUD Launches Fair Housing Investigation into Boston’s Homeownership Programs
The Trump administration and HUD are investigating Boston over claims that its homeownership programs unlawfully violate civil rights protections under the banner of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s office rejected the allegations, saying the city will defend its fair housing efforts amid ongoing clashes with the Trump administration. Senator Warren released a […]