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HUD SECRETARY AND MAYOR MCCRORY ANNOUNCE $10 MILLION LOAN GUARANTEE TO CHARLOTTE
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Steve Preston today announced that he is approving a $10 million loan guarantee to the City of Charlotteto purchase 70 acres in the Double Oaks neighborhood. This purchase will complete the site assembly of 98 acres in preparation for the eventual development of 108,000 square feet of retail space and 940 new apartments, condominiums and single-family homes.
HUD AWARDS $19.3 MILLION IN HIV/AIDS HOUSING GRANTS TO 18 LOCAL PROGRAMS NATIONWIDE
Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - They are extremely low-income, living with HIV/AIDS and at high risk of homelessness. Today, more than 1,100 persons and their families will find a stable home, and receive the services they need to manage their illnesses, because of $19.3 million in grants awarded by Housing and Urban Development Secretary Steve Preston.
SECRETARY PRESTON AND GOVERNOR SCHWARZENEGGER ANNOUNCE $105 MILLION FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN CALIFORNIA
Fri, 15 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - U.S. Housing and Urban Development Secretary Steve Preston and California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced that the California State Program will receive more than $105 million to support community development and produce more affordable housing in the GoldenState. HUD's annual funding will also provide downpayment assistance to first-time homebuyers; assist individuals and families who might otherwise be living on the streets; and offer real housing solutions for individuals with HIV/AIDS.
HUD AWARDS $1.4 MILLION GRANT TO L.A. TO 'CONNECT' PERSONS LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS WITH PERMANENT HOUSINGT
Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000
LOS ANGELES - U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Steve Preston today announced that the City of Los Angeles will receive $1.4 million to provide a permanent home to dozens of persons living with HIV/AIDS and their families. HUD's grant will help clients find a stable home and receive the services they need to manage their illnesses. Preston made the announcement following a tour of Laguna Senior Apartments that also provides supportive housing to low-income senior citizens living with HIV/AIDS.
HUD CHARGES NEW YORK LANDLORDS WITH DISCRIMINATING AGAINST A DISABLED RESIDENT
Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -0000
WASHINGTON - The U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced today that is has charged the owners and board of directors of an apartment building in Rockville Center, New York, with housing discrimination for refusing to allow a woman with disabilities to keep a pet for emotional support.

FHEO Enforcement Actions

HUD Charges Florida Apartment Complex Owner with Violating Fair Housing Act.
Tue, 29 Apr 2008 03:00:00 -0000
HUD filed discrimination charges against the owner of Fountain View Apartments after investigating a complaint that a woman was denied an apartment because she is black.
HUD Charges Husband and Wife with Violating Fair Housing Act.
Tue, 22 Apr 2008 03:00:00 -0000
HUD has charged a Louisiana couple with housing discrimination based on race in connection with the sale of a privately owned townhome.
HUD Charges Ashram Owner with Violating Fair Housing Act.
Mon, 10 Mar 2008 03:00:00 -0000
HUD has charged the owner of a Hindu residential center in violation of the Fair Housing Act for making housing unavailable to a woman and subjecting her to different terms and conditions because of her disability.
HUD Charges Chicago Landlord with Violating Fair Housing Act.
Mon, 10 Mar 2008 03:00:00 -0000
HUD has charged a Chicago Landlord for allegedly posting an online ad that discriminated against men and families with children.
HUD and the Department of Justice Release New Guidance on "Reasonable Modifications" under the Fair Housing Act.
Wed, 05 Mar 2008 03:00:00 -0000
New guidance released this week by HUD and DOJ reinforced the right of persons with disabilities to make reasonable modifications to their dwelling or to a common area of the building or complex in which they live if a structural change is needed so that they can fully enjoy the premises.

 

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Enterprise Foundation - Supports 1200+ community-based nonprofits creating homes affordable to low-income Americans. Site offers funding applications timelines, resource database, a forum and other developer support, all searchable.

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Local Initiatives Support Corporation - LISC - Information about LISC, a nonprofit which provides grants, loans and equity investments to CDCs for neighborhood redevelopment. THe site also has best practice materials, tools and templates related to the development of affordable housing, web links and access to technical support.

404 McGill University School of Architecture - Description of its minimum cost housing program for developing countries.

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National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials - Housing and community development advocate for the provision of adequate and affordable housing and strong, viable communities for all Americans - particularly those with low- and moderate-incomes. Our members administer HUD programs such as Public Housing, Section 8, CDBG and HOME.

National Equity Fund, Inc. - created in 1987 by Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) to help fuel affordable housing development through syndication of low-income housing tax credits (LIHTCs).

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National Housing Institute - NHI is a nonprofit organization that examines the issues causing the crisis in housing and community in America. NHI publishes Shelterforce magazine.
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National Housing Law Project - NHLP works to advance housing justice for the poor by providing legal assistance, advocacy advice and housing expertise to legal services, low-income housing advocacy groups, and others.

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