HOME Community Housing Development Organizations 2027

The HOME Community Housing Development Organizations 2027 is a state grant opportunity administered by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs to increase the supply of affordable housing for low- and very low-income households. The program funds the new construction or rehabilitation of permanent rental units and for-sale homeownership units, including single-family homes, condos, and co-ops, with a limit of 11 units per project. Projects must be completed, including initial lease-up or sale, within four years and must comply with 24 CFR Part 92 regulations. Applicants are evaluated based on construction cost reasonableness, environmental compliance, and the experience of the development team, which must include qualified professionals such as architects, engineers, and a third-party Energy Star consultant. Strict technical standards are required, including specific water flow rates for fixtures, automatic fire suppression systems for certain projects, and adherence to the Fair Housing Act Design Manual and Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards. Required application materials include a project pro forma in Excel format, an IRS determination letter for non-profits, and certifications regarding lobbying and debarment. All submissions must be uploaded via the HPU Document Portal by the June 30, 2027, deadline.