FCRHA program offers new financial tools to help moderate-income households realize homeownership in Fairfax County The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) announced today that it is offering down payment loans to qualified individuals for first-time home purchases. These loans are made possible by a grant from Virginia Housing . Households with incomes at or below 80 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI) – which is about $131,000 for a family of four

The Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development spotlights Hybla Valley Community Center in recognition of National Community Development Week. Read the story.

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority is accepting applications for academic scholarships. Up to ten applicants will receive a $5,000 scholarship for postsecondary education including technical training. Since 2023, the FCRHA has awarded 30 scholarships to individuals supporting their education and training in a broad range of fields. Who can apply? Fairfax County residents who live in affordable housing supported by the FCRHA. Applicants must be accepted int

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) announced today it has acquired a 1.73 acre property in Tysons, Virginia, and will partner with mission-driven affordable housing developer Lincoln Avenue Communities (LAC) to develop housing, non-residential space, and above ground parking on the site. LAC identified and proposed the off-market acquisition of 8350 Leesburg Pike, which will provide up to 525 homes steps from the Greensboro Metro Station. The prope

The National Leased Housing Association (NLHA) is awarding scholarships to low-income individuals residing in federally assisted rental housing.  Applications are being accepted through Friday, March 13, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. ET.   Who is Eligible Residents of properties awarded federal low-income housing tax credits or participants in the Housing Choice Voucher program who demonstrate both merit and need.  For complete eligibility details, please visit: Education Fund - NLHA -

New research by HR&A Advisors, Inc. (HR&A) for the Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development finds a critical shortage of housing affordable to people earning up to 60% of the Area Median Income (AMI). The analysis finds that Fairfax County currently lacks the estimated 13,800 rental homes affordable to people at this income level or below.  In addition, thousands of additional affordable homes are needed over the course of the next decade.   According to

Due to an administrative issue, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors public hearing related to affordable housing development in Franconia (RZ-2025-FR-00005) – originally planned to take place February 17, 2026 - has been postponed. The public hearing has been rescheduled for the Board’s March 17, 2026 meeting. Information related to the hearing can be found in the Board Package .

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) is one of the original 39 housing authorities in the country designated as a “Moving to Work” agency by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This distinction provides the FCRHA with flexibility and local choice to create housing programs that work best for their residents. Each year, the FCRHA is required to submit a Moving to Work Plan, which includes community input and outlines the activities t

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority is accepting applications for academic scholarships. Up to ten applicants will receive a $5,000 scholarship for postsecondary education including technical training. Since 2023, the FCRHA has awarded 30 scholarships to individuals supporting their education and training in a broad range of fields. Who can apply? Fairfax County residents who live in affordable housing supported by the FCRHA. Applicants must be accepted int

Fairfax County anticipates receiving an estimated $8.4 million in federal grant funds (Community Development Block Grant, Emergency Solutions Grant, and HOME Investment Partnerships Program) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in fiscal year 2027 to support housing, human services, and community development priorities. The Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development is seeking community feedback on proposed priorities, strategies, goa

Richard Kennedy, who served as the Hunter Mill District Commissioner on the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority from August 2009 through December 2023, passed away. Commissioner Kennedy was committed to advancing affordable housing in Fairfax County, serving on several key committees. He played an instrumental role in transformative development projects, and helped to shape FCRHA policy during his 14 years of dedicated service. Prior to his service on the FCRHA

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