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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the provision of federal disaster assistance to Georgia following Hurricane Helene, which began affecting the state on September 24, 2024. This aid is designed to support state and local recovery efforts in the impacted areas.
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HUD allocates $5M for research centers at two HBCUs
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated $5 million to Winston-Salem State University and Tennessee State University for the establishment of Research Centers of Excellence. These centers will focus on research projects addressing strategic interests related to housing, community development, economic development, or built environment challenges in underserved communities.
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HUD funds $1.1M modernization for senior housing in Baltimore
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the closing of two transactions, amounting to $1.1 million, aimed at financing repairs and enhancing energy efficiency and climate resilience in two multifamily properties in Baltimore, Maryland. These properties are home to 143 seniors.
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Biden administration allocates $279M for housing energy efficiency improvements
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a significant investment of nearly $279 million in awards to properties across 23 states and territories under the Green and Resilient Retrofit Program (GRRP). This funding will support energy efficiency and climate resilience renovations for over 3,500 homes.
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HUD begins updates on multifamily housing management handbook
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has initiated a process to update its Multifamily Asset Management and Project Servicing Handbook. This marks the first comprehensive revision since 1992. The department is also seeking public feedback to enhance the implementation and operational efficiency of multifamily projects for its internal asset management team, property owners, and managers.
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HUD allocates over $22 million to fight housing discrimination
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the allocation of over $22 million to fair housing organizations nationwide to address housing discrimination. The funds, totaling $22,241,793, will be distributed through HUD’s Fair Housing Initiatives Program (FHIP) to support various activities such as education, outreach, testing, and enforcement.
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HUD announces federal aid for North Carolina after Tropical Storm Helene
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced federal disaster assistance for North Carolina in response to Tropical Storm Helene, which began on September 25, 2024. This follows President Biden's major disaster declaration for several counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians.
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HUD announces aid package for Florida hurricane victims
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for Florida following Hurricane Helene, which began on September 23, 2024. President Biden has issued a major disaster declaration for several counties in the state.
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HUD announces aid measures after Hurricane Helene impacts South Carolina
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the implementation of federal disaster assistance for South Carolina, following Hurricane Helene's impact starting on September 25, 2024. This action follows President Biden's major disaster declaration for several counties in the state.
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HUD Acting Secretary highlights clean energy benefits during Climate Week NYC
Acting Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Adrianne Todman participated in New York City's annual Climate Week NYC, engaging with leaders across sectors to advance climate resiliency and mitigation. This event aligns with President Biden and Vice President Harris's whole-of-government effort to address climate change.
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Biden administration unveils new resources for retrofitting affordable homes
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced new guidance and resources to support the retrofitting and weatherization of affordable housing in the United States. This includes a technical assistance guide for leveraging federal funds to retrofit homes and an updated funding navigator tool designed to help communities utilize federal investments for climate and resiliency upgrades.
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HUD announces federal aid measures for Vermont disaster victims
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced federal disaster assistance for Vermont following severe storms, flooding, landslides, and mudslides that occurred from July 29 to July 31, 2024. This aid aims to support state and local recovery efforts in the affected areas.
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HUD announces $48 million funding for expanded access to housing counseling
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced $48 million in funding to expand access to housing counseling services and strengthen the nation's housing counseling workforce. Acting Secretary Adrianne Todman made the announcement during remarks at the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials’ National Conference.
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HUD releases latest American Housing Survey results
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in collaboration with the U.S. Census Bureau, has released the 2023 American Housing Survey (AHS). This release marks the 50th anniversary of AHS, which remains a key source for comprehensive data on the nation's housing inventory.
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HUD joins federal agencies in expanding workforce training for clean energy jobs
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced its participation in a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with several federal agencies to enhance workforce training for clean energy jobs. The MOU includes the Departments of Commerce, the Interior, Agriculture, Labor, Energy, the Environmental Protection Agency, and AmeriCorps.
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New residential home sales drop slightly in August but show year-over-year growth
The U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development have released new residential sales statistics for August 2024. The report indicates that sales of new single-family houses were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 716,000. This figure is 4.7 percent below the revised July rate of 751,000 but shows an increase of 9.8 percent from the August 2023 estimate of 652,000.
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HUD charges Florida property owner with disability discrimination
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has charged Tallahassee housing providers Greenbriar Partners, LLC, Jackson Properties and Financial Services, LLC, and Erwin D. Jackson with violating the Fair Housing Act. The charge stems from their alleged failure to grant a tenant with a disability a reasonable accommodation for an emotional support animal.
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HUD announces new measures to combat extreme heat
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced new measures to protect households from extreme heat, a growing concern due to the intensifying impacts of climate change. These actions are part of the Biden-Harris Administration's broader efforts to enhance community resilience against environmental hazards.
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HUD allocates additional funding for NYCHA amid ongoing unit repairs
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced that the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) will receive over $37 million in Tenant Protection Vouchers to support residents during ongoing repairs. Additionally, NYCHA has recently been awarded $7.5 million to remove lead-based paint from public housing.
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HUD charges Georgia property owner with disability discrimination
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced today that it has charged Indian Oaks Apartments LTD, Russell Management Services LLC, H.J. Russell & Company, The Russell Realty LP, and Nichole Long in Fort Valley, Georgia with discrimination against a tenant because of her child’s disability.
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