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Department of Housing and Community Development

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September 20, 2017 - After slow start, Inclusionary Zoning program yielding more affordable housing

September 24, 2017 - In bid to keep homes affordable, Anacostia will have its first community land trust

September 27, 2017 - There’s no silver bullet to make cities affordable, but you need these four things

October 04, 2017 - D.C. To Invest $75M In 8 New Affordable Housing Projects

October 5, 2017 - Eight new D.C. projects with over 500 affordable housing units will receive a $75M investment

October 6, 2017 - D.C. affordable housing mapped in new interactive tool

October 6, 2017 - Should TOPA rights be scaled back for renters in single-family homes? Here’s the latest in DC’s debate.

October 12, 2017 - More of D.C.’s Affordable Housing Dollars Will Go to New Construction

November 8, 2017 - DHCD Holds Public Hearings on Housing Efforts

November 17, 2017 - D.C. renters are some of the most satisfied in the nation, says report

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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.