Tenant-Based Rental Assistance Funding
Summary
Austin's City Council is throwing its support behind six affordable housing projects. This move is all about helping them snag federal cash, which could mean more affordable homes for folks in the city.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed May 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
The contract will increase by $1,419,448, with a new total not to exceed $2,838,896.
Individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Austin.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (15)
Austin leaders push for displacement funding amid record eviction filings
Nonprofits say they're struggling to handle a rise in evictions without extra support from the City of Austin.
Austin supportive housing development for abuse survivors gets $1M in federal funding
The 60-unit housing development will support nearly 250 adults and children fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse and human trafficking.
Gov. Abbott announces $114 million in tax credits to expand affordable housing across Texas
More than $114 million in housing tax credits will help finance 70 affordable rental developments across Texas, creating or preserving 4,400 homes.
Austin opens city's first first carless, affordable condo community
Austin opens city's first first carless, affordable condo community Planetizen
Austin opens city's first carless, affordable condo community
Austin opens city's first carless, affordable condo community Planetizen
Austin Housing Finance Corporation — May 28, 2026
The city is increasing funding for rental subsidies to help people experiencing homelessness find housing. This is a key part of the city's strategy to address the local homelessness crisis.
Austin's building boom fails to reach the poorest residents
Austin's building boom fails to reach the poorest residents Planetizen
Austin Housing Finance Corporation — May 7, 2026
The city is supporting the rehabilitation of an existing affordable housing complex through bond financing. This aims to preserve housing options for residents and improve the property.
Austin Housing Finance Corporation — April 23, 2026
The board approved a significant loan increase for the La Vista de Lopez apartments. This funding aims to support the development of rental housing, but a resident raised concerns about the cost per unit and affordability for seniors.
Austin Housing Finance Corporation — April 9, 2026
The board is deciding on multiple loan agreements and a property transfer to fund the creation of new affordable housing units. This includes both ownership and rental properties across different parts of the city.
$26.8 Million Awarded to Build and Preserve Affordable Housing in Austin
$26.8 Million Awarded to Build and Preserve Affordable Housing in Austin City of Austin (.gov)
Austin's Homeless Strategy Office unveils strategic plan to combat homelessness through 2027
Austin's Homeless Strategy Office unveils strategic plan to combat homelessness through 2027 KVUE
Austin Habitat for Humanity - City Partnership Remains Committed to Providing Affordable Housing
Austin Habitat for Humanity - City Partnership Remains Committed to Providing Affordable Housing City of Austin (.gov)
6 Affordable Housing Proposals Receive Support from Austin City Council for Competitive LIHTC Funding Applications
6 Affordable Housing Proposals Receive Support from Austin City Council for Competitive LIHTC Funding Applications City of Austin (.gov)
$46.1 Million Approved to Build and Preserve Affordable Housing in Austin
$46.1 Million Approved to Build and Preserve Affordable Housing in Austin City of Austin (.gov)
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