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DCHFA Finances 108 New Affordable Apartments in Columbia Heights

On July 29, 2025 the District of Columbia Housing Finance Agency issued $48.26 million in tax exempt bonds, underwrote $34.9 million in federal and $6.8 million in DC Low Income Housing Tax Credit equity for the construction of Harvard Court Apartments.

Nine Developments Across Connecticut Receive State Financing

The Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH) and the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) are announcing today that they have signed financing agreements for nine developments that will contribute to the creation or preservation of 478 housing units.

Iowa Finance Authority and Iowa Economic Development Authority Announce 2026 Iowa Thriving Communities

The Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) and Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) today announced the newly designated 2026 Iowa Thriving Communities: Clear Lake, Ottumwa, Sioux Center, Urbandale and Waukon.

Helpful Information About PENNVEST Program Now Available on PHFA Podcast

The latest episode of PHFA’s “Close To Home” podcast covers information about the PENNVEST loan program helpful to homeowners facing sewer or septic system costs.

Applications for the Development of Affordable Housing Being Accepted

South Dakota Housing (SDH) is inviting developers to apply for funding to help communities meet their housing needs. Funding is available in 2025 through the HOME Investment Partnerships, Housing Tax Credit, Housing Opportunity Fund, and Housing Trust Fund programs.

Banking Committee Advances Comprehensive Housing Bill; HOME Reauthorization Included

The Senate Banking Committee this morning unanimously passed a wide-ranging affordable housing package containing dozens of proposals introduced by Senators from both parties. The bill — titled “Renewing Opportunity in the American Dream to Housing Act of 2025,” or “ROAD to Housing Act” — is the first bipartisan housing bill to advance through the Banking Committee in more than a decade, and the most substantial as well. It is the product of months of discussions between Committee Chair Tim Scott (R-SC) and Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren (D-MA).

Illinois Housing Development Authority Now Accepting Applications for Permanent Supportive Housing Funding

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) is now accepting applications for its Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Development Program, offering loans, forgivable loans, and grants to developers building or preserving affordable housing paired with essential case management and supportive services.

Illinois Housing Development Authority Allocates Funds to Develop Four Shelters with Independent Accommodations

The Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA) Board approved funding totaling $40 million for the development of four non-congregate shelters that will create 194 units with 422 beds for persons experiencing homelessness.

NCSHA Supports ROAD to Housing Act of 2025

The National Council of State Housing Agencies strongly supports the ROAD to Housing Act of 2025 and commends Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott (R-SC), Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren...

Virginia Housing CEO Selected for Virginia Business Women in Leadership Award

Virginia Business selected Virginia Housing CEO Tammy Neale as a 2025 Women in Leadership Award honoree. The Women in Leadership Awards celebrate top women executives for their overall professional accomplishments, civic engagement, mentorship and breaking glass ceilings.

Virginia Housing Announces New Board of Commissioners

Virginia Housing recently announced two new board members for the Virginia Housing Board of Commissioners: Roger Jones of Nokesville and Tracy McGuire of Manakin Sabot.

Arkansas Development Finance Authority Announces 2025 Affordable Housing Tax Credit Developments

The Arkansas Development Finance Authority announced today that it will award $104,962,000 in federal 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) to 10 multifamily housing developments across Arkansas.