HDFC Regulations
The HDFC regulations propose a coordinated approach to affordable housing funding, including a single application, coordinated review process, aligned award timelines, and consistent standards across programs.
Now Accepting Public Feedback
HDFC is seeking review, feedback, and suggestions on the first draft of HDFC Regulations.
HDFC anticipates and welcomes specific recommendations by page, section, article and chapter of the regulations. Due to the anticipated volume of recommendations, please utilize the public feedback link.
Draft Regulations
View the first draft HDFC regulations.
Public Feedback
Submit feedback on the draft of the HDFC Regulations.
Development Timeline
Key dates during the development of the HDFC Regulations. All dates are subject to change. Please check back regularly for updates.
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Draft regulations published
August 31, 2026 -
Public feedback period
August 31–September 18, 2026 -
Second draft of regulations public comment period
October 26, 2026 — November 16, 2026 -
Public hearing on the second draft
November 9, 2026 -
HDFC Round 1 Application Opens
Early 2027
HDFC Draft Regulations Webinar
Join us for a webinar on the draft regulations.
Date: September 8, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Resources
Please read through these resources in advance to help conceptualize the draft HDFC Regulations.
HDFC First Draft Regulations:
Resources to Support Review of HDFC Regulations:
- HDFC Round 1 Projected Funding (PDF)
- HDFC Funding Rounds Overview and Eligibility (PDF)
- HDFC Scoring and Tie-breaker Template (XLS)
- HDFC Application Evaluation & Selection Explainer (PDF)
- HDFC Application Workbook Fact Sheet (PDF)
- One Door-Single Application Portal Fact Sheet (PDF)
Greenhouse Gas Reduction Methodology for AHSC in coordination with CARB:
- About AHSC GHG Reduction Methodology and How to Comment to CARB (PDF)
- Submit Comments to CARB: Public Participation Opportunities—California Climate Investments
Background: