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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​To help you keep up-to-date with affordable housing and economic development, CHFA maintains a resource library with information for your reference.

CHFA Publications
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Community Report
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Regional Investment Reports
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White Papers and Issue Briefs
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CHFA eNewsletters

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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CHFA Housing Tax Credit Interactive Project Map

Map of H​istoric CHFA Housing Tax Credit projects from 1986 through​ 2023

Every reasonable effort has been made to assure the accuracy of these maps and associated data. The maps and data being provided are intended for informational purposes only. No guarantee is made as to the accuracy of the maps and the data, and they should not be relied upon for any purpose other than general information. CHFA assumes no liability arising from use of these maps or data.

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CHFA Gap Map

This is a point-in-time study that shows the who and what of the marketplace; identifying the gaps in the housing continuum - who we are serving and who isn't being served.
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CHFA Affordable Housing Development Cost Dashboard

This dashboard presents data on the costs of developing affordable housing supported with Housing Tax Credits in Colorado. Data is available from the last five years and can be explored by year, the five-year span, region, credit type, resident population, and development type.
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Colorado Affordable Housing Preservation Database

Map of the Colorado Affordable Housing Preservation Database as of January 1, 2018. 

Properties included receive, or have received an incentive to ensure their affordability. Incentives may include rent supplements, below-market financing, or affordable housing tax credits. Every reasonable effort has been made to assure the accuracy of these maps and associated data. The maps and data being provided are intended for informational purposes only and is not meant to be a complete list of all assisted affordable housing properties in the state. No guarantee is made as to the accuracy of the maps and the data, and they should not be relied upon for any purpose other than general information. CHFA assumes no liability arising from use of these maps or data.

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CHFA Multifamily Portfolio Reports​

We’ve compiled CHFA’s multifamily data to bring you the most relevant information, including PUPA data and occupancy rates. Click the link to access the reports.
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Housing Tax Credit Building Electrification Report

The Housing Tax Credit Electrification Report is a technical study to advance the understanding of the opportunities, benefits, and challenges to building new and preserving existing affordable multifamily housing that is all-electric. Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) commissioned the report in partnership with the Colorado Energy Office (CEO) and the Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) prepared by Group14 Engineering.
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Colorado Affordable Housing Developer’s Guide

The intention of the Guide is to help support local for-profit and nonprofit developers, community leaders, and advocates seeking to ensure that safe, decent, and affordable housing is an intentional and integrated part of their community fabric. The Guide is dedicated to all Coloradans who are seeking housing stability and economic prosperity. We hope this resource paves a path forward for a brighter and stronger future for the entire state. 
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Colorado Statewide Apartment Survey

This quarterly report summarizes the quarterly rents and vacancies of market-rate multifamily rental properties in various Colorado markets. This information is available to help understand Colorado’s rental housing market. The report is researched and authored by 1876 Analytics, LLC, and is sponsored by CHFA.
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Comparison of Multifamily Green Building Certifications Report

This 2023 report, authored by Group14 Engineering, provides information on seven Green Building Certification programs, including the options for developments supported with Housing Tax Credits, detailing the requirements, benefits, and challenges of each program. The report outlines information on each certification’s complexity, minimum requirements, cost considerations, and program benefits.
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Colorado Multifamily Affordable Housing Electrification Hub

The Colorado Multifamily Affordable Housing Electrification Hub is an interactive website that features technical resources, peer learning, and financing and development resources related to electrification design and decisions for affordable multifamily housing developments.
Colorado Multifamily Electrification Hub

Housing and Economic Overviews

Toward a More Competitive Colorado

Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation

Denver Metro Monthly Economic Indicators

Metro Denver Economic Development Corporation

U.S. Housing Market Conditions Reports

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

Fannie Mae National Housing Survey Monthly Indicators

Fannie Mae

Resources by Topic

Affordable Housing

Green Affordable Housing

Homelessness

Housing and Finance Authorities

State and Federal Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC and AHTC)

PAB Data and Resources

Overcoming NIMBY (Not In My Backyard)

Other Resource Pages on CHFA Website

External Resources for Businesses and Lenders

Community Resources for COVID-19

Consumer Resources

Real Estate Professional Homebuyer Resources

Other Resources

Resident Assistance and Resources

Resident Resources

PAB Data and Resources