Homeownership: Encouraging New Construction
Recognizes programs that best encourage the new construction of affordable ownership housing.
Judging Criteria
Homeownership entries will be judged on the degree to which they:
- Are innovative
- Are replicable
- Respond to an important state housing need
- Use data, research, and analysis to demonstrate measurable benefits to HFA targeted customers and underserved markets
- Have a proven track record of success in the marketplace
- Provide benefits that outweigh costs
- Demonstrate effective use of resources
- Effectively employ partnerships
- Achieve strategic objectives
If you have questions, please email awards@ncsha.org or call 202-624-7710.
2011 Entries
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (Winner):
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development
This partnership with a private developer has financed 16 Seattle-area homes that are both highly energy efficient and affordable.
Ohio Housing Finance Agency:
Ohio Housing Finance Agency
This partnership with a private developer has financed 16 Seattle-area homes that are both highly energy efficient and affordable.