Department of Housing
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Funding Opportunities for New Construction and Preservation of Existing Housing
The Department of Housing posts a schedule of competitive funding rounds near the beginning of each fiscal year to provide a predictable timetable of the agency's funding availability for developers, public housing authorities, municipalities and other interested parties seeking funding to construct new affordable ho
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The state has compiled a list of housing development programs, housing affordability initiatives, community development programs and individual and family support services for those seeking housing assistance.
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The Department of Housing administers the Small Cities Community Development Block Program (CDBG) to non-entitlement communities. Among other things, this program finances local homeowner rehabilitation programs. Interested low-income individuals and families should contact their local municipality to see if they are currently offering a CDBG funded homeowner rehabilitation program.
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Low-Income Housing Tax Credits
The LIHTC program provides incentives for developers to acquire, rehabilitate and/or build new low- or mixed-income housing through the allocation of federal tax credits that may be sold to corporations or investor groups to raise equity for a project.
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First-time Home Buyer Information
First-time homeowners can get advice, a home-buying checklist to follow and apply for a mortgage through the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority (CHFA).
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Homeless individuals and families in transition can apply for placement in a multiple-family or single-room residency through this program. They receive intensive support services for six months to two years to prepare them to move into permanent housing. Interested homeless individuals should contact 2-1-1 to learn about available housing assistance and undergo an initial intake assessment.
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Security Deposit Guarantee Program
The Security Deposit Guarantee Program provides a guarantee to landlords for up to two month's rent rather than an actual cash payment for eligible individuals and family seeking to obtain rental housing.