NOFA: Homeownership Development
The
Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) provides an opportunity to apply for loans and grants. OHCS awards these funds through an annual allocation process.
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NOFA #2025-HOD
Local Innovation and Fast Track (LIFT) Homeownership and Oregon Affordable Housing Tax Credit (OAHTC)
NOFA #2025-HOD has closed and is no longer accepting applications. If you are interested in providing feedback for the upcoming 2026 NOFA, please complete this survey, open through July 31.
The information below regarding the 2025 NOFA is for reference only.
Please refer to the following key dates:
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Jan. 6, 2025: Applicants may submit pre-applications at any time and begin work on applications.
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Feb. 24, 2025: OHCS will begin accepting full applications.
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March 10, 2025: Deadline for first round of applications to receive notice of award in May.
Applications will be accepted until
May 12, 2025, or when all funds are awarded, whichever is sooner.
Notices and Reference Documents
NOFA #2025-HOD Homeownership Development Notice - Amended Feb. 20, 2025
NOFA #2025-HOD Homeownership Development NOFA Scoring - Amended Feb. 20, 2025
NOFA #2025-HOD Frequently Asked Questions - Feb. 12, 2025
Pre-applications
Pre-applications are available.
OHCS recommends submitting your pre-application as early as possible to express your intent to apply and avoid any delays.
Application Materials
NOFA #2025-HOD Application Workbook - Amended Jan. 29, 2025
NOFA #2025-HOD Application Workbook - Abbreviated for Applications with Four or Fewer Homes - Amended Jan. 29, 2025
Summary of Application Workbook Changes - Jan. 29, 2025
OAHTC-only and OAHTC supplemental applications coming soon.
Trainings
Optional information sessions and trainings were held in January to support applicants after NOFA launch.
General Information Session
Recording
Presentation
Application and Scoring Workshop
Recording
Presentation
Proforma Training Session
Recording
Presentation
Clarification Regarding an Error in the Pro Forma Demo