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Delaware Pauses Housing Assistance Program to Manage Volume, Assess Available Resources
Due to overwhelming response, Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) is temporarily pausing application submissions for the Delaware Housing Assistance Program (DE HAP)
Delaware Splits 2020 LIHTC Application with Due Dates on April 30 and May 29
Applications for Delaware State Housing Authority’s (DSHA) 2020 LIHTC are due at 3:00 pm ET on April 30.
Construction Under California’s Shifting Shelter-In-Place Orders
The California State Public Health Officer has taken the position that construction is an “essential business,” but …
Arizona Ten Percent Test Late Fees and Loan Payment Deferrals
The Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) is providing guidance regarding the ten percent test submittal due June 29, 2020 and ADOH loan payments due on or before June 30, 2020.
Oregon Hosts Developer Partner Call on April 27
The Oregon Housing and Community Services will host a partner call with developers on April 27 from 3:00 to 4:00 pm PT. Dial 631-992-3444 and code: 446-0912# to join the call.
Comments on Wisconsin’s Proposed QAP Changes Due April 27
The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) is seeking public comment on proposed changes to its QAP, including changes that would increase the positive economic, social and environmental impact of affordable housing projects while improving the competitiveness of rural developments.
Kentucky Finalizes 2021-2022 QAP, Multifamily Guidelines
Kentucky Housing Corporation (KHC) received approval from Governor Andy Beshear for the 2021-2022 QAP. The Universal Funding Application (UFA) for the 2021 Housing Credit funding round will be available on Friday, May 15, 2020, with an application due date of 12:00 pm ET Thursday, August 20, 2020.
Comments on California’s Draft 2020 MHP Guidelines Due May 5
The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) released the Multifamily Housing Program (MHP) 2020 Draft Guideline amendments. Comments are due by 5:00 pm PT on May 5.
Texas Extends Annual Owner’s Compliance Report, Annual Financial Certification Submission Deadline to July 15
The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (Department) extended the deadline to submit all parts of the Annual Owner’s Compliance Report and the Annual Financial Certification to July 15, 2020.
Ohio Compliance Updates
Household stimulus payments provided by the CARES Act are not to be included in calculations of income. (issued by states) are to be treated as income, as is customary under program rules. The Ohio Housing Finance Agency is providing an initial 30-day correction period for Annual Owner Certifications (AOC).
Ohio to Offer Carryover Allocation Relief
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) will grant Carryover Allocation relief to eligible projects on a case-by-case basis. To be eligible, projects must have a demonstrated and documented need and must meet the requirements outlined in Rev. Proc. 2014-49.
New Jersey Suspends Rent Increases for Agency-Financed Properties
NJHMFA has obtained the approval of the Governor as well as unanimous consent of the NJHMFA Board to suspend the rent increase rules for the duration of Executive Order 103. The suspension is effective as of April 16, 2020.