OHFA posts final SFY 2027 LIHTC guidelines with geo-scoring map + RFPs
Key Questions
What are the key features of OHFA's final SFY 2027 LIHTC guidelines?
The guidelines include a geo-scoring map and new RFPs for environmental reviews and construction observation, due May 1 and starting July 2026-2029. They enable site selection for forward-commit and bridge deals amid low muni yields and an affordability crisis. These are critical for pipelines like Franklinton, Latitude, Nuveen, and Woda.
What do the OHFA RFPs cover and when are they due?
RFPs seek consultants for environmental reviews and construction observation services. Proposals are due May 1, with services starting July 2026 through 2029. This supports LIHTC projects by providing necessary compliance and oversight.
How do OHFA's 2027 guidelines impact affordable housing development?
They provide intel for site selection and subsidy tracking, including caps, timelines, bids, and winners. Amid affordability crises, they bolster viability for projects like Franklinton and Latitude. Examples include recent rezoning approvals for affordable units elsewhere.
Guidelines + new RFPs for env reviews/const observation (due May 1, start July '26-'29) enable site selection intel for forward-commit/bridge deals amid low muni yields/affordability crisis; critical for Franklinton/Latitude/Nuveen/Woda pipelines. Track subsidy caps/timelines/bids/winners.