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Six Georgia Communities Awarded Federal Historic Preservation Grants
The Georgia State Historic Preservation Office, a division of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), today announced that six Georgia communities will receive federal subgrants totaling more than $125,000 to support historic preservation activities across the state.
Illinois Housing Development Authority Releases Plan to Create and Preserve Affordable Housing
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) has published its 2027-2028 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), which establishes the rules and criteria governing Illinois’ Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program, the state’s primary tool for financing the creation and preservation of affordable housing.
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces $2.2 Million to Support Housing Counseling Services
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day announced today more than $2.1 million in assistance grants for housing counseling services and low-cost legal assistance through the Maryland Housing Counseling Fund.
New York State Homes and Community Renewal Announces Start of Construction on New Affordable Homeownership Development in Troy
New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas today announced the start of construction on Lansing Fields, a 12-unit affordable homeownership development in the city of Troy, Rensselaer County.
Gov. Evers, WHEDA Announce $50 Million in Affordable Housing Loan Program Awards to Support the Creation of Nearly 1,900 Affordable Housing Units Statewide
Gov. Tony Evers, together with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA), today announced $50 million to support 22 new housing developments across 10 counties, creating nearly 1,900 workforce housing units in communities across the state.
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces Fiscal Year 2027 Application Round for the Catalytic Revitalization Tax Credit
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day announced the opening of the Fiscal Year 2027 application round for the Catalytic Revitalization Tax Credit program.
Oregon Housing and Community Services Funds Almost 300 New Affordable Homes Across the State
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) continues to expand housing opportunities, investing in the creation of 293 affordable homes, including 222 rental homes and 71 homes for purchase.
State of Maryland Launches New Process to Ensure Energy Efficiency in Affordable Housing Communities
Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Secretary Jake Day today announced a new process in partnership with the Maryland Department of the Environment to ensure affordable housing communities comply with Maryland Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS).
MaineHousing Awards More Than $2 Million to Help Prevent Student Homelessness In Maine Schools
MaineHousing is pleased to announce it has awarded more than $2 million to seven Maine school districts through the Student Homelessness Prevention Program, supporting local efforts expected to serve nearly 1,300 students and their families who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Housing New Mexico’s Housing Innovation Program Offers Tailored Solutions for Affordable Housing
Seven organizations have received a combined $3.15 million in grant funding from Housing New Mexico’s Housing Innovation Program thus far in 2026.
