The HOME program assists cities, counties, developers, Native American Entities, and nonprofit Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) to create and retain affordable housing.
The program provides grants to cities, counties, and federally recognized tribes, and low-interest loans to developers, including Native American Entities and state-certified CHDOs operating in state HOME-eligible jurisdictions.
Notice of Funding Availability
2024 HOME Program Activities
| Year | Document Name | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Amended HOME 2024 NOFA | Download |
| 2024 | Appendix A – Eligible HOME Jurisdictions | Download |
| 2024 | Appendix B – CHDO Certification | Download |
Program Overview
The HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) was established under the Federal HOME Investment Partnerships Act Statutes at Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 12701 et seq. Administered by HCD, HOME provides flexible funding to help local governments and qualified organizations create and preserve affordable housing for low- and moderate-income households across the state.
The State of California HOME Program supports the following housing activities:
- First-Time Homebuyer (FTHB) Program, including scattered-site infill new construction — Helping eligible households achieve sustainable homeownership.
- Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program — Supporting low-income homeowners in making critical repairs and improvements to maintain safe, decent housing.
- Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program — Providing rental support to income-qualified households facing housing instability.
Access the HOME Project Activities page.
Eligible applicants include cities, counties, and federally recognized tribal entities seeking to operate one or more HOME-funded programs within their jurisdictional areas provided they do not receive HUD HOME funding through another source. Additionally, prospective HCD-certified Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) may apply exclusively for the HOME FTHB Infill New Construction Program, within an eligible jurisdictional area.