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Two new California state laws aim to open opportunities for low-income families to benefit from energy efficiency investments. One law will provide funding for solar installations in multifamily affordable housing developments. The other will study obstacles faced by low-income families pursuing energy efficiency investments.

HUD established operating cost adjustment factors (OCAFs) for certain project-based assistance contracts with an anniversary date on or after February 11, 2016.

HUD updated the Rental Assistance Demonstration program Project-Based Rental Assistance Quick Reference Guide. The updated guide provides information on continuing Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) programs at PBRA properties.

HUD Office of Public Housing Investments issued a schedule for processing mixed-finance projects intending to close by the end of the 2015 calendar year.

Sheila Dillon, Chief of Housing for the City of Boston, and Bill Machen, a Boston-based tax credit attorney and partner at the law firm Holland & Knight, will each receive a 2015 Vision Award for their contributions to affordable housing and community development.

An old school building is keeping seniors in their neighborhood after they sell their homes. An out-of-use factory provides shelter and services to individuals with special needs. A former motor club offers tourists a sustainable place to stay. These innovative historic rehabilitations are among the finalists for J. Timothy Anderson Awards for Excellence in Historic Rehabilitation.

This session shares strategies that owners and managers can adopt to ensure buildings perform optimally over time to maximize energy savings. The panel explores when it makes sense to retro-commission and re-commission a property. Panelists also share best practices for training staff and engaging residents to support the success of energy-saving efforts. Download

This session shows owners and asset managers how they can employ data they already have, like billing and utility allowances, comparable market data, benchmarking and energy assessments to accurately define the scope of work for a retrofit on their properties. The session also demystifies energy audits and green physical needs assessments. Download

This panel explores tools and strategies available to owners. Panelists provide insight into green financing mechanisms, including various grant and loan programs that are available in the local market. Special emphasis is placed on how to select the appropriate product, weighing the pros and cons of various executions, terms, cost of capital, and how they […]

Spencer Skinner outlines Illinois Housing Development Authority’s energy efficiency priorities. Jarred Nordhus explains The Peoples Gas and North Shore Gas Natural Gas Savings Programs & Multifamily Program ComEd Smart Ideas Energy Efficiency Program. Jim Wheaton presents on the Community Investment Corporation. Download

Water and sewer costs are increasing around the country and, in many markets, the increase is dramatic. Water management is often the lowest hanging fruit and can provide the biggest return for owners. This session will explore various technologies and financing mechanism developers can utilize to decrease their water bills. Download

Three developers present on energy and water retrofits they have implemented on Chicago properties. Download