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New Income, Rent, and Sales Price Limits
The Housing Department has published updated HUD Income Limits, program-specific Rent Limits, and Sales Price Limits for 2025. Updated Income, Rent and Sales Price Limits are available on the Department’s Income and Rent Limits webpage.
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Completing Emergency Repairs following Storm Damage
As Austinites continue to recover from last week’s storm damage, the Development Service Department (DSD) and other City services are here to help. Area residents may begin emergency repairs to their homes and businesses as soon as they can do so safely. DSD will issue retroactive permits and inspect repairs for your safety. Visit DSD’s Permits for Emergency Repairs webpage for more information about emergency repairs and permitting.
If you have additional questions about securing permits for emergency repairs, please contact Austin 3-1-1 or 512-974-1500.
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Private Activity Bond (PAB) Deadlines for AHFC/AHPFC 2026 Lottery Inducement
Applicants for 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits within the City of Austin may request a Private Activity Bond (PAB) inducement for the 2026 bond lottery from Austin Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) or Austin Housing Public Facility Corporation (AHPFC) by submitting this application by Wednesday, August 15, 2025. For more information and resources, please see our PAB webpage.
Applicants who intend to request a partnership with AHFC as part of the proposed development and/or applicants who anticipate a funding gap and wish to explore financing through the Rental Housing Development Assistance (RHDA) program must submit those requests by Friday, July 25, 2025. To request a partnership with AHFC, applicants must complete a partnership interest form. Updated application materials for a RHDA request will be published in mid-July and available on the RHDA Funding webpage. Applicants requesting an AHFC partnership will be required to submit the updated RHDA application materials along with their partnership request. Applicants who do not meet these deadlines may be ineligible for consideration for PAB inducement.
All PAB inducement applicants should be aware of the following: All applicants should thoroughly review the AHFC/AHPFC PAB Program Guidelines for local issuer requirements and fees. Staff will issue an invoice for a required $5,000 application fee upon receipt of the application.
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Coming Soon: Community Land Trust Solicitation
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation will be offering for consideration a project that will have two components, the renovation of a single-family dwelling and the construction of a new accessory dwelling unit. The two dwellings will be located on the same lot. The dwellings are part of the AHFC Community Land Trust portfolio. The solicitation will be open later this summer.
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NALHFA Announces 2025 Award of Excellence Winners
We celebrated recognition of our work in affordable housing developments from the National Association of Local Housing Finance Agencies (NALHFA). The NALHFA Award of Excellence is the most prestigious recognition award in the local affordable housing finance community. The award recognizes the mission-driven work to provide affordable housing to those who need it most.
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Provide Your Input on the 2026 Bond Package
The 2026 General Obligation (GO) Bond is an opportunity to invest in the future of our city, but it’s important that it reflects the priorities and needs of our community. That’s why we’re asking for your input. Whether you attend a community meeting, fill out a survey, or engage with us online, your feedback will help shape the projects that move forward. Additionally, tell your family and friends to participate too! This is your city, your tax dollars, and your opportunity to make a difference.
Learn more and get involved at AustinTexas.gov/Bond2026.
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Passive Building Incentive Update
Austin Energy is testing a new incentive to help address the critical need for sustainable, affordable housing in Central Texas. Participants can earn incentives for affordable multifamily projects that obtain certification from Phius. Research shows that Phius projects are more durable and resilient, reduce energy loads, improve indoor air quality and produce quieter environments. These benefits come from a tighter building envelope and more rigorous design strategies.
Austin Energy will select four to five affordable multifamily projects to participate in this pilot program. To be considered, projects must meet these criteria:
- Located in the Austin Energy service area
- In the early stages of project design
- 100% affordable, averaging up to 60% of the median family income (MFI)
- Designed as an all-electric residential space
Austin Energy will support your project from the design phase through the final inspection. Learn more by registering for an information session on 6/12, and submit your contact information, and a representative will help you get started.
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Austin Energy Contractors, Builders and Developers Open House
Austin Energy welcomes Contractors, Builders and Developers to an enhanced, interactive meeting tailored for you. This meeting will unite teams from Austin Energy, the Development Services Department (DSD) and Communications & Technology Management (CTM) in one convenient location. This is your chance to connect, collaborate, and learn about Austin Energy processes.
📆June 26, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
📝 Register here
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Place-Based Enhancement Program Application Now Available
The City of Austin Economic Development Department recently launched the Place-Based Enhancement Program (PBEP) to help create affordable commercial spaces for small businesses, nonprofits, and creative sectors in underserved neighborhoods. Approved real estate development projects may qualify for annual tax reimbursements in exchange for offering long-term, affordable commercial leases to eligible tenants. Interested developers can submit an Incentive Inquiry Form and learn more.
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