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CHFA's 2024 Community Report

CHFA’s 2024 Community Report is now available. In the report, learn how CHFA invested $2.6 billion to support affordable housing and community development in 2024.

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CHFA Beneficiary Reports

CHFA’s Beneficiary reports illustrate key demographic information about who CHFA serves across our different program areas. Each report also highlights how CHFA’s customer profile compares to the Colorado market.

CHFA Impact Report

This monthly report provides a year-to-date snapshot of CHFA’s investments to support affordable housing and community development throughout Colorado, along with related narratives and analyses. An archive is also available from the current month's report. 

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June 10, 2025

Are you crossing your fingers and hoping you don't need a risk management plan? Perhaps the first thing you need is this course!

June 9, 2025

CHFA and the Office of Economic Development of International Trade (OEDIT) are pleased to announce the publication of the first annual Proposition 123 Funding Plan on the Affordable Housing Financing Fund website.

June 6, 2025

The 2025 Round Two Letter of Intent (LOI) report is now available on CHFA’s website.

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June 5, 2025

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.

June 5, 2025

CHFA and OEDIT are proud to announce the preliminary selections for funding from the Proposition 123 Equity program. The 11 projects total $67.5 million in funding, and final details will be determined during the full underwriting process.

June 5, 2025

CHFA is accepting pre-applications for its Small-scale Housing Technical Assistance through June 27, 2025.

June 5, 2025

To celebrate our home mortgage customers, we are hosting the Good to be home sweepstakes to give away a $1,000 gift card for National Homeownership Month!

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.

June 3, 2025

Are you frustrated by efforts to enforce your smoke-free policies? Join Find Solutions and the Colorado State Tobacco Education and Prevention Partnership (STEPP) to learn about resources for mediation.

May 30, 2025

In this issue: CHFA Announces 2025 Round One Housing Tax Credit Awards | Upcoming Homebuyer Events | CHFA to Host Sweepstakes During National Homeownership Month | Proposition 123 Land Banking Awards Announced

May 30, 2025

The 2025 Middle-income Housing Tax Credit (MIHTC) Applicant Report is now available on the CHFA website. This report lists affordable housing developments and their sponsors who have applied for MIHTC in the 2025 round of the pilot program.

May 28, 2025

Information on upcoming training offered by CHFA Home Finance in June 2025.

May 28, 2025

On Saturday, June 14, 2025, CHFA will be updating the NextGen system to accept tenant certifications with the required HOTMA rules and functionality, effective July 1, 2025.

May 27, 2025

There is a lot of uncertainty around the economy and that may have you questioning how to best keep your finances on track. Financial experts tell the Associated Press, a good first step is to know your starting point with your finances.

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May 23, 2025

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.

May 23, 2025

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.

May 23, 2025

The 2025 Housing Tax Credit Application (V7.2) is now available on the CHFA website. Older versions of the application will no longer be accepted.

May 22, 2025

Learn to connect residents with valuable resources, fostering a community that empowers older adults to age in place. This training focuses on the aging process, the impact of ageism, and the unique needs of older adults, as well as how to support aging tenants.

May 22, 2025

As a reminder, applications and supporting materials for the Proposition 123 Concessionary Debt LIHTC Gap Finance program will be accepted until Friday, May 23, 2025, at 5:00pm MT.

May 22, 2025

From June 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025, CHFA will accept Letters of Intent (LOIs) for two programs that offer financing options for innovative housing manufacturers – the Innovative Housing Incentive Program (IHIP) and the Proposition 123 Modular Finance program, a component of the Colorado Affordable Housing Financing Fund.

May 22, 2025

The June event in the Building Legacy: A Black Homeownership Series will be offered both in-person and virtually. Join CHFA and industry experts for Path to Homeownership—The Basics.

May 19, 2025

CHFA has updated income limits for all CHFA Mortgage Loan Programs. The new income limits are effective for new loan locks made on or after May 19, 2025.

May 16, 2025

Bridges Out of Poverty is a foundational approach to understanding the dynamics that cause and maintain poverty. Play a role in breaking the cycle.

May 16, 2025

Learn how to navigate HomeConnection by watching this short video, which breaks down how to check loan status and conditions, as well as what details can be changed after reservation.

May 14, 2025

CHFA recently provided financing for The Vista at Greyhound Park in Commerce City. Sponsored by Delwest, the development will provide 120 affordable rental townhomes serving households with incomes between 70 percent and 90 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI).

Media Release
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May 9, 2025

CHFA is pleased to announce 12 developments have been awarded a reservation of federal and state Housing Tax Credits to support the construction or preservation of 679 affordable rental housing units in Colorado.

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April 22, 2025

CHFA is pleased to welcome Guadalupe Gutierrez-Vasquez as its new chief financial officer (CFO), effective May 13, 2025.

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March 14, 2025

CHFA is pleased to welcome Colorado State Senator Marc Snyder to its board of directors. CHFA’s board serves as its governing body and is tasked with supporting CHFA’s mission to strengthen Colorado by investing in affordable housing and community development.

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January 27, 2025

CHFA is pleased to announce that its Board of Directors has appointed Thomas Bryan as executive director and CEO, effective March 1, 2025.

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December 18, 2024

CHFA is donating $8,060 to We Don’t Waste, a nonprofit organization based in Denver working to increase food access and protect the planet by rescuing and repurposing food, while educating and advocating to increase food security and decrease food waste.

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December 6, 2024

CHFA is proud to announce its Round Two 2024 Direct Effect Award recipients.

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November 27, 2024

CHFA is pleased to announce 10 developments will be awarded a reservation of federal and state Housing Tax Credits to support the new construction or preservation of 1,169 affordable rental units.

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November 7, 2024

The U.S. Department of the Treasury awarded Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) a $4.5 million Capital Magnet Fund (CMF) grant to support the preservation and construction of affordable multifamily rental housing in Colorado.

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September 25, 2024

The United States Department of the Treasury announced that it has allocated $65 million in New Markets Tax Credits (NMTCs) to the Colorado Growth and Revitalization (CGR) Fund. Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) administers NMTCs through the CGR Fund...

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September 11, 2024

Great Place To Work® and Fortune have selected Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) for the Fortune Best Medium Workplaces™ 2024 List, which is based on analysis of employee survey feedback from Great Place To Work Certified™ companies across the nation that have between 100 and 999 employees.

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August 14, 2024

CHFA's annual David W. Herlinger Golf Tournament raised $150,000 for NEWSED Community Development Corporation (NEWSED) on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.

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July 31, 2024

CHFA is proud to announce its Round One 2024 Direct Effect Award recipients. In this round, CHFA is donating $1,362,000 to 104 nonprofits across Colorado. The average award amount in Round One is $13,096.

July 24, 2024

CHFA is pleased to announce the promotion of Kristi Budish to director of community development. Budish has been a member of CHFA’s staff since 2010, most recently serving as manager of commercial operations and underwriting.

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July 1, 2024

CHFA is proud to announce a new program to support Coloradans who have not previously owned a home, and whose parents or guardians were not homeowners.

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May 30, 2024

CHFA is pleased to announce 13 developments have been awarded a reservation of federal 9 percent Housing Tax Credits along with an award of federal 4 percent credit to a paired development.

May 29, 2024

CHFA was recently awarded $464,414 from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through its Comprehensive Housing Counseling Grant Program. The funds will support a total of 11 HUD-approved housing counseling agencies located in Colorado.

May 7, 2024

CHFA is pleased to announce the promotion of Steve Johnson as CHFA’s new chief operating officer (COO).

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February 15, 2024

CHFA congratulates Maria De Cambra, executive director of the Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA), on her appointment to its board of directors. CHFA’s 11-member board serves as its governing body and is tasked with furthering CHFA’s mission to strengthen Colorado by investing in affordable housing and community development.

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January 16, 2024

CHFA welcomes Kaylee A. Romero as its newest Community Relationship Manager serving the San Luis Valley and surrounding region.

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December 14, 2023

CHFA is donating $33,255 to Kids at Their Best, a nonprofit organization located in Fort Morgan, Colorado focused on inspiring, educating, and empowering young people from low-income families to build resilience and strengthen their life trajectory.

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December 7, 2023

CHFA is proud to announce its Round Two 2023 Direct Effect Award recipients.

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December 5, 2023

Great Place To Work® has selected Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) for the Best Workplaces for Parents™ 2023 list.

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November 17, 2023

CHFA is pleased to announce 10 developments will be awarded a reservation of federal and state Housing Tax Credits to support the new construction or preservation of 1,110 affordable rental units.

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September 29, 2023

The Colorado Growth and Revitalization Fund (CGR Fund) has received an award of $65 million in federal New Markets Tax Credits (NMTCs), the highest award amount allocated to qualified applicants this year, according to the latest NMTC Program Award Book.

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September 26, 2023

CHFA congratulates Stefka Fanchi, President and Chief Executive Officer of Elevation Community Land Trust, on her appointment to its board of directors.

In The News

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.

May 7, 2025 colorado.gov

Today, Gov. Jared Polis, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), and Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) announced 21 recipients of voter-approved Proposition 123 Land Banking funds.

October 1, 2024 colorado.gov

Today, Gov. Jared Polis, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), and Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) announced the preliminary selection of three recipients of Proposition 123 Equity program funding.

July 17, 2024 colorado.gov

Today, Gov. Jared Polis, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), and the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) announced the preliminary selection of the first six recipients of the voter-approved Proposition 123 Equity program.

February 13, 2024 colorado.gov

Today, Gov. Jared Polis, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), and Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) announced funding to support the growth of eight modular housing manufacturers across Colorado.

January 31, 2024 colorado.gov

Today, Gov. Jared Polis, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), and Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) announced the first 16 recipients of the voter approved Proposition 123 Land Banking funds.

As the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) rolls out, housing agencies around the country are preparing to deploy additional funds, incentivizing developers to incorporate green designs, and boosting cooperation with state energy offices.

The passage of Proposition 123 by voters in November of 2022 was a historic milestone for Colorado, and indicative of the great need across rural, urban, and mountain communities alike.

May 5, 2023 coloradosun.com

Higher interest rates and for-sale prices may be a barrier, but for those ready to plunge into home ownership, the best advice is to get educated.

January 13, 2023 oedit.colorado.gov

The Innovative Housing Incentive Program (IHIP), announced today by Governor Polis and the Business Funding & Incentives Division of the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT), introduces new funding opportunities to support the development and expansion of Colorado’s innovative housing manufacturing businesses.

November 29, 2022 warrenvillage.org

Warren Village, a Denver-based organization focused on helping low-income, single-parent families make the journey from poverty to self-sufficiency is pleased to announce a $26m award from the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA).

November 23, 2022 businessden.com

The projects will have 1,463 income-restricted units between them.

October 27, 2022 denver7.com

On Thursday morning, Denver City leaders celebrated the grand opening of The Reserves at Green Valley Ranch, a mixed-income apartment complex.

October 20, 2022 rocusa.org

CONCORD, N.H. – Nine organizations have come together to create a financing vehicle that positions homeowners in Colorado manufactured home communities to successfully purchase their neighborhoods when they come up for sale.

October 17, 2022 housingfinance.com

A 172-unit development is being built to help meet the housing needs of workers in Breckenridge, Colorado. The new community will serve residents earning between 80% and 120% of the area median income, with studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartment homes.

October 7, 2022 adams.edu

Adams State University students majoring in the mechanical engineering degree may be eligible for a new Building the Future Scholarship established by the Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA). CHFA’s Building the Future Scholarship will assist Adams State mechanical engineering majors with educational expenses.

August 18, 2022 oedit.colorado.gov

The U.S. Treasury Department has awarded the State of Colorado a State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) grant. This funding could result in more than $100 million over the next 5+ years to leverage ten times that amount

August 3, 2022 fox40.com

Lincoln Avenue Capital (LAC), a mission-driven acquirer and developer of affordable housing, announced this week that it closed on the financing for the construction of InterQuest Ridge Apartments.

August 2, 2022 milehighcre.com

Construction has begun on Trailhead Community’s affordable housing project in Littleton. The first-of-its-kind apartment complex in Colorado will allocate 50 percent of its 80 units for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and the other

August 2, 2022 whitehouse.gov

Today, the White House and U.S. Department of Treasury are hosting a White House Summit on Building Lasting Eviction Prevention Reform. As funds for Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) are beginning to wind down,

July 14, 2022 durangoherald.com

Fort Lewis College will offer four $2,500 scholarships to students this fall majoring in public health. The college is one of five institutions receiving scholarship funding as part of the CHFA Building the Future Scholarship fund.

November 15, 2021 prweb.com

CHFA and RentTrack, the multifamily leader and pioneer of reporting rent payments to all three credit reporting agencies, today announce a shared housing and credit solution pilot program. House Bill 21-1134 created the Tenant Credit Reporting Pilot Program, which will be administered by CHFA. The program invites landlords and renters at their properties to voluntarily participate, and aims to emphasize renter populations that are underserved and under-represented in homeownership.

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Today, the Colorado Department of the Treasury, Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA), and Office of Economic Development and International Trade (OEDIT) launched the Colorado Loans for Increasing Mainstreet Business and Economic Recovery (CLIMBER). CLIMBER is a statewide loan fund that will provide up to $250 million in working capital to Colorado small businesses through 2023.

Downtown Colorado Inc. selected four San Luis Valley communities to participate in the 2021 Colorado Challenge Accelerator Program as well as the IN THE GAME: Small Town Challenge Studios April 27-30.

eNews
June 10, 2025

Are you crossing your fingers and hoping you don't need a risk management plan? Perhaps the first thing you need is this course!

June 9, 2025

CHFA and the Office of Economic Development of International Trade (OEDIT) are pleased to announce the publication of the first annual Proposition 123 Funding Plan on the Affordable Housing Financing Fund website.

June 6, 2025

The 2025 Round Two Letter of Intent (LOI) report is now available on CHFA’s website.

June 5, 2025

CHFA and OEDIT are proud to announce the preliminary selections for funding from the Proposition 123 Equity program. The 11 projects total $67.5 million in funding, and final details will be determined during the full underwriting process.

June 5, 2025

CHFA is accepting pre-applications for its Small-scale Housing Technical Assistance through June 27, 2025.

June 5, 2025

To celebrate our home mortgage customers, we are hosting the Good to be home sweepstakes to give away a $1,000 gift card for National Homeownership Month!

June 3, 2025

Are you frustrated by efforts to enforce your smoke-free policies? Join Find Solutions and the Colorado State Tobacco Education and Prevention Partnership (STEPP) to learn about resources for mediation.

May 30, 2025

In this issue: CHFA Announces 2025 Round One Housing Tax Credit Awards | Upcoming Homebuyer Events | CHFA to Host Sweepstakes During National Homeownership Month | Proposition 123 Land Banking Awards Announced

May 30, 2025

The 2025 Middle-income Housing Tax Credit (MIHTC) Applicant Report is now available on the CHFA website. This report lists affordable housing developments and their sponsors who have applied for MIHTC in the 2025 round of the pilot program.

May 28, 2025

Information on upcoming training offered by CHFA Home Finance in June 2025.

May 28, 2025

On Saturday, June 14, 2025, CHFA will be updating the NextGen system to accept tenant certifications with the required HOTMA rules and functionality, effective July 1, 2025.

May 27, 2025

There is a lot of uncertainty around the economy and that may have you questioning how to best keep your finances on track. Financial experts tell the Associated Press, a good first step is to know your starting point with your finances.

May 23, 2025

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.

May 23, 2025

The 2025 Housing Tax Credit Application (V7.2) is now available on the CHFA website. Older versions of the application will no longer be accepted.

May 22, 2025

Learn to connect residents with valuable resources, fostering a community that empowers older adults to age in place. This training focuses on the aging process, the impact of ageism, and the unique needs of older adults, as well as how to support aging tenants.

May 22, 2025

As a reminder, applications and supporting materials for the Proposition 123 Concessionary Debt LIHTC Gap Finance program will be accepted until Friday, May 23, 2025, at 5:00pm MT.

May 22, 2025

From June 1, 2025, through June 30, 2025, CHFA will accept Letters of Intent (LOIs) for two programs that offer financing options for innovative housing manufacturers – the Innovative Housing Incentive Program (IHIP) and the Proposition 123 Modular Finance program, a component of the Colorado Affordable Housing Financing Fund.

May 22, 2025

The June event in the Building Legacy: A Black Homeownership Series will be offered both in-person and virtually. Join CHFA and industry experts for Path to Homeownership—The Basics.

May 19, 2025

CHFA has updated income limits for all CHFA Mortgage Loan Programs. The new income limits are effective for new loan locks made on or after May 19, 2025.

May 16, 2025

Bridges Out of Poverty is a foundational approach to understanding the dynamics that cause and maintain poverty. Play a role in breaking the cycle.

May 16, 2025

Learn how to navigate HomeConnection by watching this short video, which breaks down how to check loan status and conditions, as well as what details can be changed after reservation.

May 14, 2025

CHFA recently provided financing for The Vista at Greyhound Park in Commerce City. Sponsored by Delwest, the development will provide 120 affordable rental townhomes serving households with incomes between 70 percent and 90 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI).

May 13, 2025

Topics • Compliance Forms for Housing Tax Credit and Multifamily Loan Programs Updated for HOTMA • Upcoming HOTMA Training Through chfareach

May 12, 2025

Residents and staff at chfareach member properties are invited to join us for a special collaboration with Science Matters in America. Register to receive video instructions and materials to distribute to your residents.

May 12, 2025

Homebuyer education providers asked that we share some recent CHFA homebuyer trends with our lender partners. Addressing the following items with your CHFA borrowers may help streamline their homebuying experience:

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