Ohio
Ohio Updates FAQs, AHFA and Cost Containment Standards; BGF and HDGF Comments Due Jan. 24
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) posted FAQs for the 2022-2023 QAP.
Ohio Annual Owner Reporting Preparation
2021 Annual Owner Reports are due to the Ohio Housing Finance Agency by March 1, 2022.
Ohio Posts 2022 Underwriting Guidelines, Design & Architectural Standards and 2022 Application
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency posted the final 2022 Multifamily Underwriting Guidelines and the final 2022 Design & Architectural Standards.
Comments on Ohio’s Underwriting Guidelines, Architectural Standards Due Nov. 24
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency is accepting comments on its draft 2022 Multifamily Underwriting Guidelines and draft 2022 Design & Architectural Standards through November 24.
Ohio, Zanesville Host Developer’s Roundtable
The City of Zanesville and the Ohio Housing Finance Agency will host the First Annual Developer’s Affordable Housing Roundtable.
Ohio Revises 811 Vacancy Payment Policy
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency revised the Vacancy Payment Policy for the Ohio 811 Program. The revised policy will take effect on Oct. 1, 2021.
Ohio Posts Final Draft of 2022-2023 QAP
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) posted the final draft of the 2022-2023 QAP.
Ohio Posts 2022-2023 Draft Interactive Maps
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency posted the full Interactive Maps for all Competitive Pools. Please note, these maps are subject to change based on changes to the draft 2022-2023 QAP. Comments on the draft QAP can be sent to QAP@ohiohome.org through September 2.
Comments on Ohio Draft 2022-2023 QAP Due Sept. 2, Hearing Aug. 24
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) released the first draft of the 2022-2023 QAP. Comments can be sent to QAP@ohiohome.org by September 2. OHFA will hold a virtual public hearing on the draft QAP on August 24 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. ET. Register here.
Ohio Updates TSP Guidelines, Resumes Physical Inspections
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) created new Tenant Selection Plan (TSP) guidelines to provide direction for property owners/management agents on what must be included in TSPs.
Ohio Seeks Input on Design Standards & Multifamily Underwriting Guidelines
As the Ohio Housing Finance Agency (OHFA) prepares to draft the 2022-23 Design and Architectural Standards and the 2022-2023 Multifamily Underwriting Guidelines, OHFA is seeking stakeholder input on these guidelines. OHFA will seek initial stakeholder input through Friday, August 13, and will post the full first draft of these documents at a later date.
Ohio Includes All HDAP Programs in Updated FAQ
The Ohio Housing Finance Agency updated its HOME frequently asked questions document to include all Housing Development Assistance Programs (HDAP): Ohio Housing Trust Fund, National Housing Trust Fund and HOME. Questions have been updated regarding rent limits, utility allowances, student rules and more.