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HUD Delays Compliance Date for NSPIRE Protocols for Community Planning and Development Programs
The Department of Housing and Urban Development has announced it is delaying until October 1, 2024, the compliance date for its National Standards for the Physical Inspection of Real Estate (NSPIRE) final rule as it applies to Community Planning and Development (CPD) programs. The NSPIRE final rule, published May 11, 2023, initially required compliance for CPD programs to begin October 1, 2023. Programs covered by the delay notice include the HOME Investment Partnerships, Housing Trust Fund, Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS, Emergency Solution Grants, and Continuum of Care programs.
Delaware State Housing Authority to Begin Issuing Final Federal Homeowner and Homebuyer Funding
As part of the state’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 public health emergency, the Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) launched three new temporary programs to address barriers to achieving and maintaining homeownership for affected populations.
NCSHA Washington Report | September 15, 2023
The fact that last summer’s debt ceiling deal averted the worst possible outcome of a U.S. government default and passed Congress with bipartisan support in the House and Senate led some to...
Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority Receives $400K in OneGeorgia Funds
The Valdosta-Lowndes County Industrial Authority is the newest recipient of OneGeorgia Authority Equity Funding. This grant will assist the Industrial Authority in extending Hunt Road.
Recent Report Ranks Oregon Among Top in the Nation for Affordable Housing Standards Around Healthy Building Practices, Energy Efficiency, and Racial Equity
Oregon received top marks in a recently released report entitled “Building a Better Affordable Housing Future” released by the Bluegreen Alliance Foundation. The report examined Qualified Action Plans (QAPs) in all 50 states.
Oregon Supportive Housing Institute Unveils Nine Projects to Develop Tenant-Centered, High-Quality Supportive Housing
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) and Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) announced nine innovative projects that emerged from the fourth Oregon Supportive Housing Institute (SHI). A CSH initiative, the SHI is designed to increase the pipeline and supply of quality affordable housing paired with comprehensive support services.
2023 HousingIowa Awards Recognize Innovative Iowa Housing Initiatives and Leaders
The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) recently recognized outstanding housing initiatives and leaders through the annual HousingIowa Awards at the 2023 HousingIowa Conference in Cedar Rapids. The HousingIowa Awards recognize outstanding programs, projects and professionals for leadership and innovation in advancing housing opportunities for Iowans.
WHEDA Announces New Down Payment Assistance Program
A new Capital Access Advantage down payment assistance program available through the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) is a tool available to income-qualifying borrowers to make homeownership possible in high housing need areas.
NM Mortgage Finance Authority Allocates Over $2.2 Million to Expand HOME Rehabilitation Program Across 25 Counties and Three Tribal Territories
The New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority (MFA) is set to make a substantial impact on housing across the state, with over $2.2 million in funding allocated to its HOME Rehabilitation Program. This initiative will serve 25 counties and three Tribal Territories.
CHFA Named One of the Best Workplaces in the Nation
Great Place To Work® and Fortune have selected Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) for the 2023 Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance™ List. This is CHFA’s first time being named to this prestigious national list, this year coming in at 15th place. Earning a spot means that CHFA is one of the best companies to work for in the United States.
PHFA Issues RFP for PHARE Funding to Support Local Housing Initiatives
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency today is issuing a Request for Proposals soliciting applications from organizations for projects to improve the availability and affordability of housing across the commonwealth. Funding for this RFP is being provided through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) Fund. The total PHARE funding available this year exceeds $65 million.
NCSHA Washington Report | September 8, 2023
With apologies to the Harper’s Index, a set of numbers that shed some light on the state of housing affordability heading into the fall: Years since the average 30-year home mortgage...
