CHFA strengthens Colorado by investing in affordable housing and community development.
CHFA's vision is that everyone in Colorado will have the opportunity for housing stability and economic prosperity.
Created in 1973
CHFA’s mission is to strengthen Colorado by investing in affordable housing and community development. We were created in 1973 by the Colorado General Assembly to address the shortage of affordable housing in the state.In 1982, when the Colorado economy was experiencing economic difficulties, CHFA began making loans to businesses.
Investing in Colorado's success
Since 1974, CHFA has invested more than $37.4 billion into Colorado’s economy. These resources have helped:
- 155,501 Colorado homebuyers achieve homeownership;
- 205,796 households attend homebuyer education classes held statewide;
- 84,040 affordable rental housing units be developed or preserved; and
- 9,505 businesses access capital.
Revitalizing neighborhoods and creating jobs
Our network of participating lenders and community partners helps us deploy our resources statewide and are instrumental to our work.We are known for our commitment to innovation and customer service. We also offer a wide variety of professional education classes and technical assistance to help our customers and partners succeed.
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This week the Senate Finance Committee Chairman, Senator Mike Crapo, released the proposed text of the budget reconciliation bill that contains several priorities of the Trump Administration’s agenda.
The Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) financing authorized under HB24-1152 will be operated by CHFA under a contract with the Colorado Economic Development Commission and Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT).
Following the 2025 legislative session, Governor Jared Polis signed two pieces of legislation into law that expand homeownership opportunities for Coloradans—SB25-006: Investment Authority of State Treasurer for Affordable Housing and SB25-167: Invest State Funds to Benefit Communities.
Today, Gov. Jared Polis, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), and Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) announced eleven recipients of voter-approved Proposition 123 Equity(opens in new window) funds.
This week the House of Representatives passed a large tax package that contains several priorities of the Trump Administration’s agenda. CHFA is glad to see that important provisions from the Affordable Housing Credit Improvement Act (AHCIA) that expands and strengthens the federal Housing Tax Credit and Private Activity Bond programs are included in the package.
Events
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10:00 AM MT
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CHFA Board Room and Virtual
June
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12:00 PM MT
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