Connecticut

Routine site visits conducted by Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) asset management staff are being suspended until further notice. However, site visits which are critical in nature or related to an emergency or immediate need as feasible will be addressed as required per current policies and procedures.

The Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH), in collaboration with the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA), is inviting any Developer/Owner that is looking to apply for funding and/or other resources from DOH and/or CHFA for the new construction, substantial rehabilitation, and/or preservation of affordable housing in the next calendar year to participate in a new Development Engagement Process.

Masouda Omar will begin as Managing Director of Connecticut Housing Finance Authority’s Multifamily Department on February 21. During her more than 20 years at Colorado Housing and Finance Authority, Omar worked in economic development, community development, asset management and program compliance.

The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority posted the 2020 LIHTC Overview session presentation, as well as the 2020 LIHTC Questions and Answers. As a reminder, all 2020 LIHTC applications must be submitted electronically through the SharePoint website using the Consolidated Application Version 2020 by no later than 4:00 pm ET on February 14, 2020. SharePoint sites […]

The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) is accepting comments on its current priorities and policy goals through close of business on December 27, 2019. Written statements may be submitted to CHFA, 999 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 to the attention of Terry Nash. Alternatively, written comments may be emailed to Terry Nash at PublicComment@chfa.org.

Pennrose and The Cloud Company celebrated the grand opening of Meriden Commons II, the second phase of the transit-oriented Meriden Commons development in downtown Meriden, Connecticut. Developed in partnership with the City of Meriden and the Meriden Housing Authority (MHA), the project follows the grand opening of Meriden Commons I in July 2018 and builds upon city efforts to transform the Meriden Green area with mixed-income housing, retail space, and improved accessibility via multimodal transportation.

The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) is requesting comments on its QAP, LIHTC program, priorities and policy goals through close of business on December 27. Written statements may be submitted to CHFA, 999 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 to the attention of Terry Nash. Alternatively, written comments may be emailed to Terry Nash at […]

The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) is hosting an overview session from 9:30 – 11:00 am ET on December 5 for applicants to provide general information about the state Housing Tax Credit Contribution (HTCC) Program including revised guidelines, rating and ranking and compliance reporting.

The Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH) plans to make up to $20 million in commitments of its subordinate financing for use in the 2020 nine percent LIHC funding round administered by the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA). Applications for DOH subsidy must be submitted simultaneously with the nine percent LIHTC application and are due by 4:00 PM EDT on November 6, 2019.

The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority posted a list of Frequently Asked Questions relating to the upcoming nine percent LIHTC Round. The document contains important information regarding Utility Allowances, Hybrid transactions, Supportive Housing for DDS Clients, Passive House and more. Please contact Debbie Alter or Michelle Onofrio with any questions.

The Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH) plans to make up to $20 million in commitments of its subordinate financing for use in the 2020 nine percent LIHTC funding round administered by the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA). The subordinate financing awards will not exceed $4 million per application and applications must be submitted simultaneously with […]

The Board of Directors of the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) adopted the 2019 LIHTC QAP, pending the Governor’s approval. CHFA will hold a discussion on the 2019 QAP, the LIHTC application process, and new Guidelines on September 25, 2019 from 9:30 – 11:30 am EDT at The Lyceum (227 Lawrence Street Hartford, CT). To register, send an email to catherine.bitterman@chfa.org.