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Housing Collaboration Kicks Off Annual Arizona Housing Forum
The Arizona Housing Coalition (AZHC), in partnership with the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH), is hosting the Arizona Housing Forum at THE SCOTT Resort & Spa in Scottsdale, Arizona, August 17-19, 2022 as the state continues to experience an affordable housing shortage.
Governor Hogan Announces Expansion of Landmark SmartBuy Initiative to Help More Homebuyers
Governor Larry Hogan today announced that the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) has expanded the state’s landmark SmartBuy initiative to address rising housing market prices. To help manage purchase costs, homebuyers can now eliminate up to $50,000 in student loan debt—up from $30,000.
NCSHA Washington Report | August 12, 2022
During the Clinton Administration, HUD, saying it had been “the poster child for inept government…plagued for years by scandal and mismanagement,” took steps to reform. One of the most...
Pritzker Administration Announces Funding Opportunity to Improve Housing Accessibility and Stability for Vulnerable Households
The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is pleased to share that up to $60 million in state and federal resources is available to finance the creation or preservation of permanent supportive housing across the state. Under Round IX of IHDA’s Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Development Program, approved applications will support the construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing developments for persons at risk of homelessness, residents with physical challenges or mental health needs, and other vulnerable populations.
DCHFA Kicks Off August By Financing 130 New Affordable Apartment Homes in Ward 8
DCHFA has closed on the financing of Terrace Manor, 130 newly constructed apartment homes in Ward 8’s Randle Heights neighborhood. The community will be 100 percent affordable, with all units reserved for residents earning 60 percent or less of the area median income (AMI).
Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund Team Attends Upcoming Community Outreach Events
Mortgage relief is here. Now, in-person support is coming to several community events this month. The Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund, or PAHAF, will have program staff on site at a pop-up PAHAF outreach event at Mifflin County Library in Lewistown on August 8, at two of Penn State’s Ag Progress Days on August 9 and 10, and at the Soul School Festival in Philadelphia on August 13.
MaineHousing Awards $13.2 Million for Affordable Housing in Kittery, Farmington, and Bangor
MaineHousing is pleased to announce it has awarded $13.2 million in federal aid for three developments that are aimed at helping individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Maine.
NCSHA Washington Report | August 5, 2022
The Biden-Harris Administration has put eviction prevention reform alongside increasing supply at the center of its ambitious affordable housing agenda. On the latter, the policy path is clear...
LHC, USDA Announce “Partnerships That Build Community” Statewide Tour
The Louisiana Housing Corporation (LHC) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development are pleased to announce their upcoming “Partnerships That Build Community” tour to be held in August and September.
NCSHA Statement on the Passing of Representative Jackie Walorski
WASHINGTON, DC — The National Council of State Housing Agencies is deeply saddened by the passing of Representative Jackie Walorski, who was one of the United States Congress’ most dedicated and...
Baker-Polito Administration, MassHousing Announce Inaugural Round of Neighborhood Stabilization Program Capital Grants
Today, the Baker-Polito Administration and MassHousing announced a total of $4.6 million in Neighborhood Stabilization Program grants to eight community-based organizations and municipalities to support the redevelopment or rehabilitation of 31 affordable homes, including 22 affordable homeownership opportunities.
Forum Will Feature an Overview of Statewide Housing Needs Assessment
North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) will host an overview of the 2020-2025 Statewide Housing Needs Assessment this fall at a Statewide Housing Forum. “The Assessment will provide an overview of North Dakota’s current housing conditions and important trends that impact the state’s housing dynamics,” said Dave Flohr, NDHFA executive director. The state agency is charged with providing North Dakotans with affordable housing.
