Affordable housing grant programs
Federal, California state, and foundation funding programs for affordable housing development — 2 programs shown.
Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (9% & 4%)(LIHTC)
IRS / TCAC
The primary financing mechanism for affordable housing in the U.S. The 9% credit is highly competitive; the 4% credit pairs with CDLAC tax-exempt bonds.
Who can apply: For-profit and nonprofit developers of affordable multifamily rental housing
New Markets Tax Credit(NMTC)
U.S. Treasury / CDFI Fund
Federal tax credit attracting private investment into low-income communities; primarily for community facilities and mixed-use development.
Who can apply: Community Development Entities (CDEs) investing in low-income communities; mixed-use projects with commercial components
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