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Connecticut Housing Finance Authority Awards State Financing to 10 Developments Totaling 496 Units
The Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH) and the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) announced that they have signed financing agreements for ten developments that will contribute to the creation or preservation of 496 housing units. These include 396 affordable units for low- and moderate-income renters, of which 74 will be designated as permanent supportive housing. […]
Housing New Mexico Approves $7 million in LIHTC Awards and $16 Million in Loans for Multifamily Developments
The Housing New Mexico Board of Directors approved over $7 million in Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) for five housing developments and $16.3 million in loans to seven housing developments at its May meeting. The equity generated by the tax credits will total over $56 million. The board approved approximately $7.1 million in tax credits […]
Oregon Housing and Community Services Hosts Hearing on 2027-28 CSBG State Plan Amendment
Oregon Housing and Community Services is hosting an in-person and virtual public hearing on the Oregon Federal Fiscal Year (FY) 2027-28 Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) State Plan application amendment. Date: July 14, 2026 Time: 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Location: 725 Summer Street NE, Room 124B Salem, OR 97301 Virtual meeting details: 2027-28 CSBG […]
Ohio Housing Finance Agency Updates Design and Architectural Standards and Affordable Assisted Living Guidelines
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) has issued Design & Architectural Standards (DAS) Bulletin 2026.1 with updates to the current DAS and Affordable Assisted Living Guidelines, effective July 1, 2026 for projects that are in all phases of development from application to submission of IRS Form 8609.
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority Hosts Public Hearings for 2027-2028 QAP
The Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) will hold three public hearings in Colorado regarding the 2027-2028 Housing Tax Credit Qualified Allocation Plan (the QAP). The purpose of the public hearings is to receive input on the draft QAP for 2027-2028. The first hearing will be held on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 11:00am MT […]
Connecticut Housing Finance Authority Releases 2027-2028 Draft QAP; Public Hearing Scheduled for July 7
The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority will hold a public hearing on July 7, 2026 at 10:00 am ET to receive data, views and comments with respect to the recently released draft 2027 and 2028 LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP). This meeting will take place virtually and all are invited to participate by connecting via Zoom […]
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces New Hires to Senior Leadership Team
The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced it has made several hires in leadership roles at the agency. Jordan Gilmore is now the Director of Policy within the Department’s Division of Policy, Strategy, and Research. An attorney with experience in real estate, landlord/tenant, land use and zoning matters, Jordan had served as the […]
Federal Home Loan Bank of Atlanta Multifamily Housing Development Fund Applications Due June 30
Funding for FHLBank Atlanta’s Multifamily Housing Bridge Fund is still available through June 30, 2026. Up to $500,000 are available per project, to close funding gaps and bring affordable housing projects to life. Apply here.
Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency Now Accepting Bids for $10 Million in Affordable Housing Tax Credits
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency is accepting bids to purchase $10 million in affordable housing tax credits. Proceeds from the winning bids will support the construction or rehabilitation of affordable rental communities across Pennsylvania. All bids must be submitted by 2 p.m., Friday, July 21. PHFA staff anticipate the proceeds from these credits will result […]
Colorado Housing Finance Agency Opens Application for Second Round of Direct Effect Awards
The Colorado Housing Finance Agency opened the application for the second round of 2026 Direct Effect Awards. Round Two is open to nonprofit organizations applying for funds to advance economic development, food access, and education. Visit this link to apply and learn more. Direct Effect Awards are an opportunity for CHFA to recognize and support […]
Ohio Housing Finance Agency Board Approves Financing for Seven Housing Developments
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) Board approved financing from various programs to support seven housing developments to create or preserve affordable housing units throughout the state. The developments that received Board approvals for funding are:
Oregon Housing and Community Services Releases Affordable Housing Financial Report and Dashboard
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) released the latest update of its portfolio financial report and dashboard, analyzing the financial performance of affordable rental housing properties in the state’s portfolio from FY21 to FY24. OHCS uses this analysis to identify trends in operating expenses and understand the current reality of affordable housing property performance. Key […]