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CHFA Housing Tax Credit eNews Archive

September 30, 2024

As CHFA’s Board Chair, I can say without question that Cris will be tremendously missed. We trust and value Cris’ leadership and the culture of excellence he has cultivated during his tenure. His impact has been transformational for CHFA and its mission.

September 26, 2024

Earlier today, I shared with the Board of Directors my intention to retire as CHFA’s Executive Director and CEO effective March 2025.

September 25, 2024

Please join Colorado Housing and Finance Authority (CHFA) at two upcoming meetings to learn about draft Allocation Plans for the new Transit-oriented Communities (TOC) Credit and Middle Income Housing Tax Credit (MIHTC) programs.

September 18, 2024

The bipartisan Corporate Transparency Act, enacted in 2021 to curb illicit finance, requires many companies doing business in the United States to report information about the individuals who ultimately own or control them.

September 13, 2024

Applications for CHFA’s Direct Effect Awards are due today, September 13th, by 11:59pm MT.

September 10, 2024

The third draft of the 2025-2026 Housing Tax Credit Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) is now available on CHFA’s website.

August 19, 2024

CHFA is pleased to announce the application for the second round of 2024 Direct Effect Awards is now open.

August 15, 2024

The 2024 Round Two Applicant Report is now available on the CHFA website. This report lists affordable housing developments and their sponsors who have applied for federal 4 percent and accelerated state Housing Tax Credits in Round Two. The application narratives are also available.

August 7, 2024

On behalf of Colorado Division of Housing, Enterprise Community Partners, and Community Builders, CHFA is sharing information about an upcoming webinar on August 14th to learn about the new Right of First Refusal and Right of First Offer legislation (HB24-1175).

August 6, 2024

A second draft of the 2025-2026 Housing Tax Credit Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) and Summary of Changes are now available on CHFA’s website. To seek input on proposed changes to the QAP, CHFA will hold the last of its three public hearings on August 14th.

August 6, 2024

Last Thursday, the Senate held a vote on the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act that would have expanded and enhanced affordable housing tax credits and bonds. Unfortunately, it failed by a vote of 48-44.

July 31, 2024

CHFA’s Direct Effect Awards recognize Colorado nonprofit organizations whose missions align with CHFA’s work to strengthen Colorado by investing in affordable housing and community development.

July 26, 2024

CHFA has completed its first Housing Tax Credit allocation round of 2024. Twenty-three applications were received seeking a total of $32,650,666 million in federal 9 percent credit.

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.

June 27, 2024

This workshop creates space for a limited number of participants to put pen to paper and develop the first draft of their pet policy prototype. Facilitators will guide participants through exercises to help craft the headings and bullets for a pet policy informed by local laws and resources.

June 13, 2024

Join us for the 2024 Housing Colorado statewide outreach and engagement series.

June 11, 2024

The draft 2025-2026 Housing Tax Credit Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) and a summary of changes are now available on CHFA’s website. To seek input on proposed changes to the QAP, CHFA will hold three public hearings.

June 10, 2024

This year’s beneficiary is NEWSED Community Development Corporation. NEWSED promotes community development to underserved populations in Colorado by providing navigation for housing services, nurturing small businesses, and promoting asset creation.

June 7, 2024

The Round Two Letter of Intent (LOI) report is now available on CHFA’s website. The report lists affordable housing developments and their sponsors who intend to apply for federal 4 percent and state Housing Tax Credits in Round Two.

June 4, 2024

The 2024 Housing Tax Credit Application (2024 v6.2) is now available on the website. Older versions of the application will no longer be accepted.