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State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio - Form 10-4 - Limited Equity Cooperatives Directory Aug 25, 2017 (Limited Equity Cooperative Program, Annual Misc.)
This form is requested to be submitted to CHFA when there is a change of contact information for the owner/sponsor, site administrator, accountant, auditor and/or management agent of a Limited Equity Cooperative within the State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio.

2023 - HTCC Ranking Report/Awards Sep 28, 2023 (HTCC, Applicant Lists, Ranking Reports and Awards)

Gov announces $31 Million for Affordable Housing 12-22-17 Jan 31, 2018 (General Documents)
Governor Dannel P. Malloy, Department of Housing (DOH) Commissioner Evonne M. Klein, and Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) Executive Director Karl Kilduff, today announced that more than $31 million in state funding is being awarded to support the development of affordable housing projects in ten communities across Connecticut.

CHFA Awards $9.6 Million in Federal Tax Credits for Affordable Housing Development Apr 27, 2023 (Press Releases)
The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) today announced awards of $9,588,663 in Federal 9% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC).

Governor Lamont Announces Launch of MyHomeCT: A Federally-Funded Mortgage Relief Program for Connecticut Homeowners Financially Impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic May 05, 2022 (Press Releases)
Governor Ned Lamont today announced the launch of MyHomeCT - a new state of Connecticut program that is providing mortgage relief to homeowners who have experienced financial hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

CHFA Offers New Refi Loan And Relaunches Its Purchase Program For Mobile Manufactured Homes Apr 19, 2021 (Press Releases)
The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) has added a refinance loan program for owners of mobile manufactured homes (MMH) and has relaunched its MMH purchase loan program.

CHFA Awards $14.6 Million in Federal Tax Credits For Affordable Housing Development Mar 25, 2021 (Press Releases)
The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) today announced the awarding of $14,676,217 in Federal 9% Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC).

CHFA Receives $3 Million Capital Magnet Fund Award To Finance Affordable Housing From The U.S. Treasury's CDFI Fund Mar 02, 2021 (Press Releases)
The United States Department of the Treasury's Community Development Financial Institutions Fund's (CDFI Fund) Capital Magnet Fund has awarded $3 million to the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA).

CHFA First-Time Homebuyer Mortgage Interest Rate at Record Low 2.50% Feb 12, 2021 (Press Releases)
The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority's (CHFA) interest rate on first-time homebuyer dropped to 2.50%.

CHFA Strengthens Downpayment Assistance Program Loans Providing Greater Support for First-Time Homebuyers Nov 16, 2020 (Press Releases)
The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) is revising its popular Downpayment Assistance Program (DAP) to make it easier for first-time borrowers with low- and moderate-incomes to achieve the dream of homeownership.

Department of Housing, Connecticut Housing Finance Authority Launch New Web Portal To Support COVID-19 Temporary Housing Assistance Programs Aug 12, 2020 (Press Releases)
The Connecticut Department of Housing (DOH) and the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) launched a new website today to help manage the eligibility and screening process for two new programs that provide housing assistance.

CHFA Streamlines COVID-19 Forbearance Process for Multifamily Providers May 05, 2020 (Press Releases)
Board of Directors grants CEO the authority to approve temporary forbearance as part of the COVID-19 response.

CHFA Awards $8.83 Million in Federal Tax Credits to Develop Affordable Housing Mar 27, 2020 (Press Releases)
Tax credits will generate $84 million in private investment in affordable housing supporting the development of 381 unites of family housing in East Hartford, Greenwich, Hartford, New Haven, Torrington, Waterford, and West Hartford.

CHFA Reaching Out To Educate Borrowers Struggling To Make Mortgage Payments During COVID-19 Crisis Mar 23, 2020 (Press Releases)
The Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) is reaching out to its single-family and multifamily borrowers, lenders and partners, providing information on financial assistance and federal guidance for those who may struggle to make mortgage payments due to unemployment, underemployment or other financial hardship related to the COVID-19 health crisis.

CHFA Receives $140,723 from HUD to Fund Homebuyer Education, Counseling and Foreclosure Prevention Programs Oct 17, 2019 (Press Releases)
Programs are provided at no cost HUD-approved counseling agencies.

Diane L. Smith Appointed Interim Executive Director at CHFA Jun 20, 2019 (Press Releases)
Board of Directors conducting a search for a new executive

CHFA Awards $10.28 Million in Federal Tax Credits for the Development of Affordable Housing Apr 25, 2019 (Press Releases)
Funds support development of affordable housing in East Lyme, Griswold, Hartford, New Haven, Norwalk, Shelton and West Hartford

CHFA to Sell $123 Million in Fixed and Variable Rate Bonds Apr 23, 2019 (Press Releases)
Bond issuance expected to finance 680 mortgages for first-time homebuyers.

Single FamilyApril Bond Issue Release May 04, 2018 (Press Releases)
CHFA To Sell $118 Million in Fixed-Rate Bonds. Bond issuance expected to finance 695 mortgages for first-time homebuyers.

CHFA Announcces $8.08 Million to Support the Development of Affordable Housing Mar 29, 2018 (Press Releases)
Funds support development of affordable housing in East Haven, Hartford, Montville, Norwalk

CHFA Successfully Sells $118 Million in Fixed-Rate Bonds Feb 13, 2018 (Press Releases)
Single-family housing bond issuance to finance 690 mortgages

2017 - HTCC Round Guidelines Aug 18, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This provides general information and guidance on the application and compliance processes associated with the state Housing Tax Credit Contribution (HTCC) Program.

2017 - LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) - FINAL Aug 24, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
On June 29, 2017, the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority’s Board of Directors by Resolution adopted the 2017 Qualified Allocation Plan. This QAP was approved by Governor Malloy on July 19, 2017.

CHFA Taxable Bond Financing for Use with 2017 9% LIHTC Round Sep 11, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)

2017 Multifamily Design, Construction and Sustainability Standards-CHFA Aug 25, 2017 (Current Design Standards & Guidelines)
The Standards set forth design and construction guidelines for multifamily housing financed or administered by CHFA/DOH through 2017. These standards are effective January 1, 2017.

2016 Multifamily Design, Construction and Sustainability Standards-CHFA Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2016 Construction Guidelines: Energy Conservation Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2016 Construction Guidelines: Technical Services/Asset Management (TSAM) and Capital Improvement Guide (CIG) Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2016 Construction Guidelines: Construction Costs Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2016 Construction Guidelines: Environmental & Hazardous Materials Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2015 Multifamily Design, Construction and Sustainability Standards-CHFA Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2014 Multifamily Design, Construction and Sustainability Standards - CHFA Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2015 Construction Guidelines: Energy Conservation Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2013 - Standards of Design and Construction (01-01-13 to 07-31-13) Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2015 Construction Guidelines: Technical Services/Asset Management (TSAM) Capital Improvement Guide (CIG) Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2016 Construction Guidelines: Project Planning & Technical Services Review Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2013 - Standards of Design and Construction - Update to Energy Star Multifamily High Rise Program 02/25/2013 Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2014 Construction Guidelines - Technical Services/Asset Management (TSAM) Capital Improvement Guide (CIG) Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2015 Construction Guidelines: Construction Costs Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2014 Construction Guidelines - Energy Conservation Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2015 Construction Guidelines: Environmental & Hazardous Materials Review Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2015 Construction Guidelines: Technical Services/Asset Management (TSAM) Capital Improvement Guide (CIG) Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2015 Construction Guidelines: Technical Services/Asset Management (TSAM) Capital Improvement Project Review Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2015 Construction Guidelines: Technical Services/Asset Management (TSAM) Capital Improvement Project Review Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2014 Construction Guidelines - Technical Services/Asset Management (TSAM) Capital Improvement Project Review Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2014 Construction Guidelines - Environmental & Hazardous Materials Review Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2014 Construction Guidelines - Construction Cost Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2014 Construction Guidelines - Project Planning and Technical Services Review Aug 25, 2017 (Archived)

2017 - HTCC Overview Session - Presentation Aug 24, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This is an overview of the Housing Tax Credit Contribution (HTCC) Program presentation that was held on November 10, 2016.

2017 LIHTC Guideline Sep 07, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
Guideline outlining general information and the compliance process associated with the Low-Income Housing Tax (LIHTC) Program.

2017 LIHTC Glossary of Terms Sep 07, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
Contains common acronyms, form descriptions and definitions of terms used throughout the various Guidelines and documents associated with LIHTCs.

2017 Supportive Housing Guideline Sep 07, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
Written for owners and developers of affordable multifamily housing with funding from CHFA and/or DOH.

2017 Opportunity Characteristics Guideline Sep 07, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
The Opportunity Characteristics described in the 2017 Opportunity Guideline are intended to inform Opportunity Areas for purposes of scoring incentives identified in the 2017 LIHTC QAP.

2016 - LIHTC Guideline Aug 24, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
This is a Guideline outlining general information and the compliance process associated with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program.

2016 - Opportunity Characteristics Guideline Locational Guide Map Aug 24, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
Intended to inform Opportunity Areas for purposes of scoring incentives identified in the 2016 LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), and other programs as may be necessary.

2016 - Appraisal Market Study Guidelines Aug 24, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
The intent of these Guidelines is to provide an overview with respect to measuring and evaluating the value of real estate being considered for CHFA mortgage financing and/or an allocation of LIHTCs.

2016 - LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan Aug 24, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
On July 28, 2016, the CHFA Board of Directors adopted amendments to the 2016 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP). This QAP was approved by Governor Malloy on August 8, 2016.

2016 - Opportunity Characteristics Guideline Aug 24, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
Intended to inform Opportunity Areas for purposes of scoring incentives identified in the 2016 LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), and other programs as may be necessary.

2016 - Supportive Housing Guideline Aug 24, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
For owners and developers of affordable multifamily housing with funding from CHFA and/or DOH, to provide information necessary to include permanent supportive housing units in their developments.

2016 - Glossary of Terms Aug 24, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
Primarily for the LIHTC Program - contains common acronyms, form descriptions, and definitions of terms used throughout the various Guidelines and documents associated with LIHTCs.

2016 - LIHTC Award List - 9% Aug 24, 2017 (Applicant Lists & Awards)

2015 - LIHTC 9% Applicant List Aug 24, 2017 (Applicant Lists & Awards)

2015 - LIHTC Award List - 9% Aug 24, 2017 (Applicant Lists & Awards)

2014 - LIHTC 9% Applicant List Aug 24, 2017 (Applicant Lists & Awards)

2014 - LIHTC Award List - 9% Aug 24, 2017 (Applicant Lists & Awards)

2013 - LIHTC 9% Applicant List Aug 24, 2017 (Applicant Lists & Awards)

2013 - LIHTC Award List - 9% Aug 24, 2017 (LIHTC, Applicant Lists & Awards)

2017 - HTCC Round Guideline Aug 18, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This provides general information and guidance on the application and compliance processes associated with the state Housing Tax Credit Contribution (HTCC) Program.

2017 - HTCC Questions and Answers Aug 18, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This document provides some general questions and answers of the HTCC program.

HTCC - Certificate of Project Completion Aug 24, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This contract certifies that costs expended in connection with a Housing Tax Credit Contribution (HTCC) project are in accordance with relevant Connecticut law and procedures of the HTCC Program.

HTCC - Overview for Business Firms Aug 24, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This document provides a general overview of the Connecticut Housing Tax Credit Contribution program.

HTCC - Quarterly Report Progress Aug 24, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This form is submitted on a quarterly basis to report progress on an HTCC-financed housing development. All HTCC Quarterly Reports must be submitted to HTCCQuarterlyReport@chfa.org.

HTCC - Workforce Assisted Housing Tax Credit - Revolving Loan Fund Aug 24, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This contract certifies that itemized costs listed have been expended in accordance with relevant CT law & HTCC program procedures.

2017 Construction Guidelines: Energy Conservation Aug 25, 2017 (Current Design Standards & Guidelines)
Outlines CHFA's energy efficiency process and energy conservation plan. Effective January 1, 2017.

2017 Construction Guidelines: Environmental & Hazardous Materials Aug 25, 2017 (Current Design Standards & Guidelines)
Outlines CHFA's environmental and/or hazardous materials guidelines. Effective January 1, 2017.

2017 Construction Guidelines: Project Planning & Technical Services Review Aug 25, 2017 (Design and Construction, Current Design Standards & Guidelines)
Outlines the Technical Services review process. These guidelines are effective January 1, 2017.

2017 Construction Guidelines: Technical Services/Asset Management (TSAM) and Capital Improvement Guide (CIG) Aug 25, 2017 (Current Design Standards & Guidelines)
This document includes issues and conditions when an owner is planning various capital improvement/replacement/repair projects financed through CHFA. Effective January 1, 2017.

2017 Pre-Construction & Advance Preparation Guidelines - forms Aug 25, 2017 (Current Design Standards & Guidelines)
This is a zip file containing all the forms associated with the 2017 Pre-Construction & Advance Preparation Guidelines.

Capital Needs Assessment Schedule Aug 25, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This spreadsheet is used by an Owner for determining life-cycle replacement budgeting for capital improvements, in conjunction with a Capital Needs Assessment (CNA) report. Updated 12-07-2012.

Assurance of Utilities Aug 25, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This form is used to verify that all applicable utilities serving the site are adequate and operational.

Certificate of General Contractor form Aug 25, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This form is to be submitted by the General Contractor when requesting payment from CHFA if the General Contractor has outstanding obligations to others.

Contractor's Multiple Building - Construction Cost Breakdown Aug 25, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This form tracks the value and amount of completed trade items by building for multiple buildng developments under construction.

Project Square Footage Information Table - (Excel) Aug 25, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This table lists information about a project including a breakdown of building use and square footage; unit type distribution and net square footage by unit type.

Utility Company Incentives-Energize CT Certified HERS Raters Aug 25, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
This Energize CT reference document provides contact information for Certified HERS Raters providing energy conservation design, testing and verifications services.

Supplemental Cost Certification Aug 25, 2017 (General Info & Forms)
Serves as verification that all outstanding payables at the time of Final Closing have been paid by the Mortgagor and/or the Contractor (as applicable) and that no further amounts are due.

2017 LIHTC Overview Session Presentation Sep 08, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
Presented at the Overview Session held on September 7, 2017.

State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio - Property Information Aug 25, 2017 (Moderate Rental Housing Program, Annual Misc., Elderly Housing Program, Annual Misc., Affordable Housing Program, Limited Equity Cooperative Program, Annual Misc., Annual Misc., Mutual Housing Program, Annual Misc.)
This form requires Housing Authorities with developments within the State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio to provide detailed information on their developments to CHFA every year.

SSHP Conversion Manual - Acctg. Guide Aug 25, 2017 (Financial, Financial, Financial, Financial, Financial)
This guidance manual has been specifically designed to assist the State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio (SSHP) owners and their accountants/auditors in the conversion of the financial reporting to comply

State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio - Insurance for Housing Authorities Aug 31, 2017 (Insurance, Insurance, Insurance, Insurance)
This summary from DECD/DOH and CHFA sets forth the insurance requirements for Housing Authorities within the State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio that have not been subordinated to a CHFA Funding.

State Housing Portfolio - Insurance Requirements for Non Profit and Profit Aug 25, 2017 (Insurance, Insurance, Insurance, Insurance, Insurance)
This summary from DECD/DOH and CHFA sets forth the insurance requirements for Non-Profit and For-Profit owners of developments within the State-Sponsored Portfolio that have not been subordinated to a

State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio - Agency Update Aug 25, 2017 (Annual Misc., Annual Misc., Annual Misc., Annual Misc.)
This form requires owners of developments within the State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio to provide detailed information on their developments to CHFA every year.

State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio - Form 10-5 - Profit Non-Profit Owners Directory Aug 25, 2017 (Annual Misc., Annual Misc., Annual Misc., Annual Misc.)
This form must be submitted annually to CHFA with current contact information for the owner/sponsor, site administrator, accountant, auditor and management agent of a for-profit or non-profit developm

SSHP - Affidavit for Financial Statements Aug 31, 2017 (Financial)
This legal statement is signed by designated officers of an LEC within the State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio and attests to the truth and accuracy of the LEC's financial information.

SSHP - Form 6-10LEC Aug 31, 2017 (Financial)
This form contains semi-annual (January and July) financial information for any Limited Equity Co-Op Program within the State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio. This form must be submitted to CHFA no later

SSHP - Form 6-12LEC Aug 31, 2017 (Financial)
This management plan form provides an estimate of average annual income and expense for a Limited Equity Co-op within the State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio. This form is submitted annually to CHFA.

State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio - Form 10-4 - Limited Equity Cooperatives Directory Aug 25, 2017 (Annual Misc.)
This form must be submitted annually to CHFA with current contact information for the owner/sponsor, site administrator, accountant, auditor and/or management agent of a Limited Equity Cooperative wit

State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio - Form 10-1 - Housing Authority's Directory Aug 25, 2017 (Annual Misc., Annual Misc., Annual Misc., Annual Misc.)
This form must be submitted annually to CHFA with current contact information for the Local Housing Authority Commissioner concerning any development within the State-Sponsored Housing Portfolio.

2016 - LIHTC QAP FAQs Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)

2016 - LIHTC QAP FAQs #2 Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)

2016 - LIHTC QAP FAQs #3 Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)

2016 - LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
On July 28, 2016, the CHFA Board of Directors adopted amendments to the 2016 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP). This QAP was approved by Governor Malloy on August 8, 2016.

2016 - LIHTC Guideline Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
This is a Guideline outlining general information and the compliance process associated with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program.

2016 - Appraisal Market Study Guidelines Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
The intent of these Guidelines is to provide an overview with respect to measuring and evaluating the value of real estate being considered for CHFA mortgage financing and/or an allocation of LIHTCs.

2016 - Supportive Housing Guideline Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
For owners and developers of affordable multifamily housing with funding from CHFA and/or DOH, to provide information necessary to include permanent supportive housing units in their developments.

2016 - Glossary of Terms Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
Primarily for the LIHTC Program - contains common acronyms, form descriptions, and definitions of terms used throughout the various Guidelines and documents associated with LIHTCs.

2016 - LIHTC QAP FAQs Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)

2016 - LIHTC QAP FAQs #2 Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)

2016 - LIHTC QAP FAQs #3 Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)

2016 - Opportunity Characteristics Guideline Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
Intended to inform Opportunity Areas for purposes of scoring incentives identified in the 2016 LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), and other programs as may be necessary.

2016 - LIHTC Points by Categories 2016 v 2015 Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)

2016 - Opportunity Characteristics Guideline Locational Guide Map Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
Intended to inform Opportunity Areas for purposes of scoring incentives identified in the 2016 LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), and other programs as may be necessary.

2016 - LIHTC Overview Session Final Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)

2015 - LIHTC Guideline Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
This is a Guideline outlining general information and the compliance process associated with the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Program.

2015 - LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
On July 31, 2015, CHFA Board of Directors adopted amendments to the 2015 Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP). This QAP was approved by Governor Malloy on August 27, 2015.

2014 - LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan Aug 02, 2017 (Archived)
On September 26, 2014, Governor Malloy approved the 2014 Qualified Application Plan (QAP). This is the QAP for Connecticut as required by the federal LIHTC Program for the 2014 9% LIHTCs.

2013 - LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan Aug 24, 2017 (Archived)
On August 16, 2013, Governor Malloy approved the CHFA 2013 QAP. This is the QAP for Connecticut as required by the federal LIHTC Program for the allocations of housing tax credits.

2017 Construction Guidelines: Project Planning & Technical Services Review Sep 08, 2017 (Current Design Standards & Guidelines)
Outlines the Technical Services review process. These guidelines are effective September 8, 2017.

2017 LIHTC Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) - FINAL Aug 24, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
On June 29, 2017, the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority’s Board of Directors by Resolution adopted the 2017 Qualified Allocation Plan. This QAP was approved by Governor Malloy on July 19, 2017.

2017 LIHTC FAQs Sep 15, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)

2017 - LIHTC Glossary of Terms Sep 07, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
Contains common acronyms, form descriptions and definitions of terms used throughout the various Guidelines and documents associated with LIHTCs.

2017 - LIHTC Guideline Sep 07, 2017 (2024 and 2025 QAP, General Info and Forms)
Guideline outlining general information and the compliance process associated with the Low-Income Housing Tax (LIHTC) Program.