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.
Public Feedback Period Closed
The public feedback period for the first draft of HDFC regulations has closed. Thank you to everyone who submitted feedback and recommendations. The next public feedback period will open on October 26, 2026. Please check back for materials and instructions for submitting feedback.
Draft Regulations
View the first draft HDFC regulations.
Public Feedback
Additional opportunities to provide feedback will be available during the second round of draft regulations on October 26, 2026.
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 21, 2026 -
Second draft of regulations public comment period
October 26, 2026 — November 17, 2026 -
Public hearing on the second draft
November 9, 2026 -
HDFC Round 1 Application Opens
Early 2027
Resources
Please read through these resources in advance to help conceptualize the draft HDFC Regulations.
HDFC First Draft Regulations:
- HDFC Executive Director Regulations Cover Memo (PDF)
- HDFC First Draft Regulations Webinar – 9/8/2026 (YouTube)
- HDFC First Draft Regulations Webinar Presentation – 9/8/2026 (PDF)
- HDFC First Draft Regulations Review Tribal Webinar 9/18/2026 (YouTube)
- HDFC Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
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)
- HDFC Proposed Geographic Distribution Methodology (XLS)
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: