HFA News
Celebrating Osprey Point’s Grand Opening: Little Ferry’s Newest Senior Housing Community
Local, state, and federal officials united in celebration at the grand opening of Osprey Point, a groundbreaking senior housing development featuring 85 affordable senior rental apartments with essential supportive housing services.
The Grand Opening of Uneeda Biscuit Artist Lofts Calls for Celebration Amongst LHC and Partners
The Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC), alongside local and state partners, celebrated the grand opening of the Uneeda Biscuit Artist Lofts (The Lofts), in downtown Shreveport.
Avesta’s Hatfield and Evernorth’s Shanahan Honored At MaineHousing 2023 Affordable Housing Conference
MaineHousing Director Daniel Brennan Wednesday honored Avesta Housing President Rebecca Hatfield with the Stephen B. Mooers Award during MaineHousing's 2023 Affordable Housing Conference in Portland on Wednesday, October 4.
Louisiana Housing Corporation Recognizes Energy Awareness Month
The Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) joins the nation in recognizing October as Energy Awareness Month. This annual observance serves as a reminder of the critical importance of energy efficiency, sustainability, and conservation in Louisiana communities and homes.
Georgia to Open Wait List for Housing Choice Voucher Program
The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) announced applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program(HCV) will be open from October 17, 2023, at midnight until October 20, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. Formerly known as Section 8, this HUD-funded program assists low-income families and individuals to afford decent, safe, and sanitary housing. This is the first time since 2021 that the HCV wait list has been opened to serve additional eligible applicants.
$5 Million in Funding from New Mexico Housing Trust Fund Available for New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority’s Housing Innovation Program
The New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority (MFA) has allocated $5 million from the New Mexico Housing Trust Fund for its Housing Innovation Program. The program is a resource to address housing needs that are currently unmet by other MFA programs, and it provides an opportunity for eligible applicants to fund community tailored housing solutions.
MSHDA Board Approves Housing TIF Program to Create and Preserve Affordable Housing
At its September meeting, the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) Board approved the Housing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) program and Pilot Housing TIF Gap Lending program to create and preserve housing statewide. The board also approved a new affordable housing project in Macomb County.
Colorado Growth and Revitalization Fund Awarded $65 Million in New Markets Tax Credits
The Colorado Growth and Revitalization Fund (CGR Fund) has received an award of $65 million in federal New Markets Tax Credits (NMTCs), the highest award amount allocated to qualified applicants this year, according to the latest NMTC Program Award Book.
Governor Hochul Announces Start of Construction on 76-Unit Affordable Housing Development in Yonkers
Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the start of construction on 76 affordable apartments and commercial space in downtown Yonkers as part of the State’s efforts to expand housing opportunities near MTA transit hubs.
