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Department of Housing and Community Development

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August 24, 2017: Controversial 'Rent Concessions' Go to Court in D.C.

January 18, 2017: The Latest On The 400k SF, Whole Foods-Anchored 965 Florida Ave

January 25, 2017: The NHP Foundation Announces $11.3 Million Renovation to Benning Heights Apartments

January 26, 2017: $5 Million Committed to Preserve Affordable Housing Units in D.C.’s Ward 7

February 1, 2017: DHCD Commits $5 Million to Preserve Affordable Units in Ward 7

February 2, 2017: Housing for Formerly Homeless Vets, Low-Income Households Opens in D.C.

February 9, 2017: How Tax Reform Speculation Is Already Hurting Affordable Housing, And How Ben Carson Can Help

February 16, 2017: D.C. Judge Rejects Constitutional Challenge to Major Affordable Housing Tool

February 20, 2017: Bowser Administration Flouts D.C. Council Mandate to Cede Blighted Homes

February 20, 2017: West End Fire Station apartments to open in April

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Information on Inclusionary Zoning

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The Inclusionary Zoning program helps ensure that most new housing developments include a certain amount of affordable units.

Assistance with Home Buying

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The Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) gives up to $84,000 in down payment and closing assistance to eligible first-time homebuyers.

Help With Finding Housing

DHCD Resource Center

The DHCD Housing Resource Center is among the resources that help residents find affordable homes in the District.