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Department of Housing and Community Development

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DHCD - Awards and Recognition

2010

2010 ULI Awards for Excellence: The Americas Competition - Columbia Heights
2010 Housing Association of Nonprofit Developers (HAND) “Best DC Affordable Housing Project -Wheeler Terrace”

2009

2009 Coalition for Nonprofit Housing & Economic Development (CNHED) Award presented to DHCD Director
2009 District of Columbia Building Industry Association (DCBIA) “Building Industry Achievement Award” presented to DHCD Director
Park Southern Neighborhood Corporation, 2009 Robert L. Yeldell Tower “Compassion for People Award” presented to DHCD
2009 Housing Association of Nonprofit Developers (HAND) “Best Project in DC –Mayfair Mansion”

2008

2008 Housing Association of Nonprofit Developers (HAND) “Best Project in DC –Galen Terrace”
2008 Charles L. Edson Tax Credit Excellence Award, “Best Urban Project-Galen Terrace,” Honorable Mention

2007

2007 Enterprise Communities Partners, Inc. “Enterprise Green Communities Designation – Galen Terrace”
2007 Urban Land Institute (ULI) “Award of Excellence – THEARC”
2007 Marshall Heights Community Development Organization “President’s Award” presented to Director

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.