Colorado
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 […]
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority Multifamily Program Compliance Updates
The Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) released updates for three multifamily program compliance policies. CHFA Multifamily Program Compliance Manual for Housing Tax Credit and CHFA Multifamily Loan Programs Updated The CHFA Multifamily Program Compliance Manual now includes updated guidance for developments with Housing Tax Credits and/or Multifamily Loan financing through CHFA. Use this version for questions regarding procedures, rules, and regulations. View a full list of all new […]
Colorado 2026 Middle-Income Housing Tax Credit Letters of Intent
The 2026 Middle-income Housing Tax Credit (MIHTC) Letter of Intent (LOI) report is now available on CHFA’s website. The report lists affordable housing developments and their sponsors who intend to apply for MIHTC.
Colorado Budget Proposal Cuts $130 Million from Proposition 123 Affordable Housing Fund
The Colorado FY2026-27 state budget proposal released by the Joint Budget Committee would cut $130 million from Proposition 123, approximately 40% of the program’s total funding. Colorado is facing a $1.5 billion budget deficit for the upcoming fiscal year, with social programs facing most of the cuts required to balance the budget. Proposition 123 was approved by voters in 2022 and has become an […]
Colorado Housing Finance Agency Enhances Statewide Multifamily Bond Recycling Initiative
The Colorado Housing Finance Agency announced an enhancement to its Multifamily Bond Recycling Program with a new initiative to expand the use of recycled bonds. This is aimed to help reduce demand on the Colorado Private Activity Bond cap while supporting the tax-exempt financing needs of multifamily developments. View these guidelines for more information about […]
Colorado HFA Welcomes Two New Members to its Board of Directors
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) announced that Governor Jared Polis has appointed Melinda Pollack and Willa Williford to its Board of Directors. CHFA’s Board serves as its governing body and is tasked with supporting CHFA’s mission to strengthen Colorado by investing in affordable housing and community development. The Board is comprised of 11 members including […]
Colorado 2026 Federal 9 Percent, State, and TOC Housing Tax Credit Letters of Intent Released
The 2026 Round One Letter of Intent (LOI) report is now available on CHFA’s website. The report lists affordable housing developments and their sponsors who intend to apply for federal 9 percent with state Housing Tax Credits, and if applicable, Transit-oriented Communities (TOC) credit in Round One. For more information about the Housing Tax Credit program, please contact Kathryn […]
Colorado Housing Finance Agency 2025 Federal Four Percent, State, and TOC Housing Tax Credit Applicant Report
The 2025 Round Two Applicant Report is now available on the CHFA website.
Colorado Housing Finance Agency 2025 Federal Four Percent, State, and TOC Housing Tax Credit Letters of Intent
An updated Federal four percent Housing Tax Credit LOI and Applicant Report is now available on CHFA’s website.
Colorado Housing Finance Agency Releases Middle-Income Housing Tax Credit Applicant Report
The 2025 Middle-income Housing Tax Credit (MIHTC) Applicant Report is now available on the CHFA website.
Colorado Housing Finance Authority Shares 2025 Federal Nine Percent, State and TOC Housing Tax Credit Applicant Report
The 2025 Round One Applicant Report is now available on the CHFA website.
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority Appoints Thomas Bryan Executive Director and CEO
Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Thomas Bryan as executive director and CEO, effective March 1, 2025.