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As part of our consulting services for our nonprofit, government and business clients, we share research, articles and resources about the challenges and trends in affordable housing and community services today. It is our hope that our take on these issues will give you new ideas and inspire you to continue making a difference in your community.
FYI- Input being sought for State Plans for $8 Billion for HOMES, HEEEHR
Guide State Plans for $8 Billion for HOMES, HEEEHR Deadline: May 19, 2023 The National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) is requesting input to guide the development of the DOE-funded Home Energy Performance-Based Whole-House Rebate Program (HOMES) and...
Advanced Notice of Rulemaking- Proposed changes to Section 504.
HUD published an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) that proposes updates to the Section 504 regulation of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which prohibits discrimination based on disability in all HUD-funded programs and activities. HUD is seeking public...
HUD Outlines its Action Plan to Remove Unnecessary Barriers to Housing for People with Criminal Records
In weeks ahead, HUD will introduce rulemaking, establish a process for individualized assessments, and outline guidelines for public housing authorities. HUD Secretary challenges public housing authorities to review current processes. WASHINGTON – In the weeks ahead,...
Participate in the Resident Centered Housing Survey
Housing providers, property managers, investors, and government representatives are encouraged to join the Resident-Centered Housing Challenge (Challenge) by completing a brief survey. The Challenge encourages states, local, Tribal, and territorial governments to...
FEDERAL HOUSING ADMINISTRATION SEEKS FEEDBACK ON PROPOSED CHANGES TO INCREASE ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE FINANCING FOR PROPERTIES WITH ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
Proposed policy changes would expand the use of affordable FHA-insured financing for homes with Accessory Dwelling Units WASHINGTON – Today, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) published for feedback a draft update to its requirements for insuring mortgages on...