General News
Wisconsin Now Accepting Applications for Federal and State Tax Credits
The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) is now accepting applications for the upcoming round of federal and state tax credits, which finance affordable workforce housing.
JCHS Housing America’s Older Adults Release Webinar – Nov. 30
The Joint Center for Housing Studies (JCHS) of Harvard University is holding a virtual event for the release of its latest report, Housing America’s Older Adults 2023, on November 30 at 4 p.m. EST.
Oregon Announces Request for Applications to Modular Housing Development Fund
Oregon Housing and Community Services (Affordable Rental Housing Division) announced an open Request for Applications (RFA) for the Modular Housing Development Fund (MHDF).
NCSHA Releases 2023 Update of Recommended Practices
NCSHA released the 2023 update of recommended practices, which are voluntary standards in Housing Credit allocation, underwriting and compliance monitoring that all states should consider adopting.
Virginia Housing Announces Appointment of Interim CEO
Virginia Housing’s Board of Commissioners announced the appointment of Janet Wiglesworth as the housing finance agency’s interim chief executive officer, effective January 1.
AHF Announces 2023 Young Leaders
Congratulations to the NH&RA members with staff members selected as the 2023 Young Leaders by Affordable Housing Finance
California Publishes Opportunity Maps
The California Tax Credit Allocation Committee/Housing Community Development (CTCAC/HCD) published the 2024 Draft Opportunity Maps.
NH&RA Green Resources
NH&RA is proud to help our members transition to a clean economy by leveraging resources from the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Governor Newsom Signs Package to Streamline Housing and Expand Tenant Protections in California
Governor Gavin Newsom (D) announced that he signed 56 bills into law that incentivize and reduce barriers to housing and support the development of more affordable homes throughout California.
California Invests $736 Million to Fund Homekey Projects
Governor Gavin Newsom announced the first grant awards from round three of Homekey, the administration’s initiative to help jurisdictions rapidly expand the availability of permanent or interim housing for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of, homelessness.
Massachusetts Increases State LIHTC to $60 Million
Governor Maura Healey (D) signed budget legislation, which increases the annual cap for the Massachusetts’ State LIHTC edit from $40 to $60 million.
NLHA Releases Insurance Survey Results
The National Leased Housing Association (NLHA) published the results of its insurance this week.