Oregon Housing and Community Services commits funding to add 1,100+ new affordable homes statewide

Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) has announced the commitment of $291 million in funding to support the development of 1,171 new affordable homes across the state. This milestone, approved by the Housing Stability Council (HSC), includes funding for 12 projects that will serve a wide range of Oregonians, including older adults, veterans, families exiting homelessness, agricultural workers, and communities of color.

"Every Oregonian deserves a safe, affordable place to call home. The state is moving with urgency to deliver just that," Governor Kotek said.

The funding includes allocations from the Local Innovation and Fast Track (LIFT) program, Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH), Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC), and conduit bonds. Notably, the vast majority of LIFT funds allocated by the 2025 Oregon Legislature have already been committed-just months after the session ended-thanks to the Oregon Centralized Application (ORCA) process.

"This is what responsive government looks like-turning legislative intent into homes for Oregonians," said OHCS Executive Director Andrea Bell. "Through the new Oregon Centralized Application Process (ORCA) process, we've committed nearly all of our LIFT funding in just a few months, ensuring a timely response to the housing needs of rural, Tribal, and urban communities across Oregon."

These are the projects that the HSC is funding this month:

The scale of these affordable housing projects reflects the extraordinary collaboration of more than 40 partners across Oregon. From culturally specific nonprofits and resident service providers to developers, local governments, and health organizations, it takes a broad and committed coalition to bring these homes to life.

These projects span urban and suburban communities, ensuring that affordable housing reaches every corner of Oregon. Each development includes culturally specific services, resident support, and community partnerships tailored to the needs of their community.