dhcd

Department of Housing and Community Development

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News Room

May 9, 2017: Bowser Administration Making Unprecedented Investments into Affordable Housing

May 11, 2017: The Bowser administration is committed to affordable housing

May 17, 2017: The Washington Post reports that D.C. lost $15M due to missed deadlines; Here’s what actually happened

May 2017: DHCD Defies Council Law

May 19, 2017: “We’re already in jail:” Evictions and private policing at Brookland Manor

May 19, 2017: We need to make room for everyone in D.C.

May 22, 2017: Residents Of Brookland Manor Want Change — But Not If It Means Dividing Families

June 13, 2017: DC Housing Expo/Home Show targets moderate-income buyers

June 16, 2017: DC Is on Track to Provide Better Oversight of The Housing Production Trust Fund

June 19, 2017: DCHFA Announces First of Many Closings in Assistance Program

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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

The Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) gives up to $202,000 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.