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    2023 Multifamily Finance Super NOFA & Guidelines
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June 2, 2023
Governor Newsom Announces $16 Million to Support Farmworker Homeownership

Why It Matters: The $16 million awarded today will help expand homeownership for farmworkers in California. As part of today’s announcement, San Mateo County will receive $5 million to purchase homes for survivors of the tragic…

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State Housing Law Attorney General Bonta, DOJ and HCD staff
May 1, 2023
Governor Newsom and Attorney General Bonta Announce a Lawsuit Against the City of Elk Grove for Violating State Fair Housing Laws
  • The city has denied the development of a 66 unit affordable housing project
  • The project, known as Oak Rose Apartments, would provide permanent supportive housing for individuals and families who previously experienced homelessness…
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Press Release Grand Opening of Sonrisa with Sacramento Mayor Darrell Steinberg
April 28, 2023
DGS and HCD Announce Grand Opening of the First State-Owned Affordable Housing Project to Open Under Governor Newsom’s Executive Order
  • An Executive Order signed by Governor Newsom allows for building of affordable housing on excess state land
  • Sonrisa is the first project completed using excess state land, creating housing for nearly 60 residents in the heart of…
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