In 2013, the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) was designated as a “Moving to Work” agency by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This distinction is bestowed on high-performing housing authorities to provide flexibility in creating and administering housing programs that work best for their local communities. The FCRHA uses the flexibility of the Moving to Work designation to: Implement strategies that can help residents increase th

The Fairfax County Board of Supervisors authorized the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCHRA) to issue tax-exempt revenue bonds in an amount not to exceed $3 million to provide supplemental financing for the development of affordable housing at the Ovation at Arrowbrook project in the Dranesville District. This bond issuance provides essential financing to close the financial gap created by ongoing supply chain shortages resulting from the impacts of COVI

The preservation of affordable housing is critical to ensuring that Fairfax County is a place where everyone can live. The overall County goal is to see no loss in the existing stock of affordable rental housing. To meet this goal, strong partnerships with affordable housing providers and developers are necessary to act quickly on preservation opportunities. The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) and Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community

Arlington, VA (November 22, 2022) –On Friday, November 18, APAH began construction on a new, affordable apartment community for older adults in the highly cost-burdened Fairfax/Fairfax City area. The project, yet to be formally named but nicknamed Braddock Senior, will create 80 apartments to serve independent older adults ages 62 and above with household incomes at or below 60% of the Area Median Income. Fairfax County leaders joined APAH and project partners to celebrate th

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) is now accepting applications for single-occupancy affordable housing at Coan Pond Residences. This is a perfect opportunity for working single adults to enjoy comfortable, affordable accommodations without the commitment of a long-term lease or the financial hardship of a large security deposit. Coan Pond Residences is co-located within the FCRHA’s main office building which is conveniently located near the inter

The National Leased Housing Association (NLHA) administers an Education Fund created to provide educational assistance to residents of federally assisted rental housing – this includes housing subsidized through programs such as the Housing Choice Voucher program, the Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) program, or properties that have been awarded federal low-income housing tax credits. To date, the fund has provided over $1.4 million in tuition assistance nationwide. Assi

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia Fudge, visited Fairfax County to announce the most expansive allocation of flexible rental assistance in 20 years with the award of more than 19,000 new Housing Choice Vouchers to almost 2,000 public housing authorities across the country. “To help people who are dealing with the housing affordability crisis, including people experiencing homelessness, we are awarding more than 19,000 new Housing Choice

“The FCRHA has long held that to increase the county’s stock of affordable housing at the scale to which we are striving for requires a communitywide approach that includes public housing authorities, all levels of government, nonprofit and faith communities, residential developers, corporate citizens, advocates, residents and more. Amazon’s leadership and example as a corporate contributor in the affordable housing arena in our region provides an outstanding indicator of wha

On Thursday, September 15, the public hearing held by the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) was a critical first step in an extensive community engagement effort to consider the addition of up to 350 units of affordable housing and a new replacement facility for the Reston Regional Library. The purpose of the public hearing was to receive public comments on the proposed Interim Agreement between the FCRHA and developer Foulger-Pratt, LLC (Foulger-Prat

Join the Center for Real Estate Entrepreneurship of the George Mason School of Business to discuss changes in zoning and housing policies at their free in-person conference coming up later this month. Expanding Housing Choices for the Future of Virginia September 29, 2022 5 to 7 p.m. Van Metre Hall, Mason Square at Arlington Register Today In 2021, law firm McGuireWoods released a study, “Zoning and Segregation in Virginia: Part 1,” which examined why neighborhoods remain rac

The Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development will be closed Monday, Sept. 5 , in honor of the Labor Day holiday.

In 2004, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) launched an annual campaign, known as National Preparedness Month, a time to remember the events of Sept. 11 and highlight the importance of being prepared to the nation. As part of this campaign, Fairfax County will be regularly sharing information to help residents plan and prepare for potential emergencies. Topics will include: · Week 1: Make an Emergency Plan – Start it! · Week 2: Practice Your Plan ·

The Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority (FCRHA) will hold a public hearing on September 15, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. The public hearing is on the proposed Interim Agreement with Foulger-Pratt, LLC for the development of a property in the Hunter Mill District at the intersection of Bowman Towne Drive and Town Center Parkway, having Fairfax County Tax Map Numbers 0171-01-0003E and 0171-01-0014B, and being called Bowman Towne Court, to create affordable residences for l

The Fairfax County Department of Housing and Community Development has prepared a draft of the C onsolidated A nnual P erformance and E valuation R eport (CAPER). Each year, the report provides an evaluation of Fairfax County’s use of federal funding provided through the Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships, and Emergency Solutions Grants programs. These federal programs are administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The e

Just weeks ago, Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin announced more than $27 million in Affordable and Special Needs Housing loans to create and preserve affordable housing across the Commonwealth. The loans, administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, are funded by three main sources: the federal HOME Investment Partnerships Program, the federal National Housing Trust Fund, and the Virginia Housing Trust Fund. “These projects will provide critic

The Fairfax County Department of Management and Budget has released the 2021 Fairfax County Rental Housing Complex Analysis . The report annually provides summary level data on a variety of rental housing topics including inventory of rental units, vacancy rate, and monthly rental costs. Information found in the report is frequently used for a variety of purposes including cost of living analysis and more. The report is prepared annually by the Economic, Demographic and Stat

On Tuesday, August 2, 2022, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors approved the FCRHA financing actions to support the development and preservation of affordable housing in Reston and Tysons. Colvin Woods (Reston) The Board of Supervisors approved a $15 million Housing Blueprint loan to a joint venture of AHC Inc. and Insight Property Group for the acquisition of Colvin Woods Apartments in Reston. Colvin Woods is a 259-unit apartment complex originally constructed in 1979. T

The 2022 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Nonprofit Sustainability Grant program assists nonprofits experiencing negative impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic. This grant opportunity, developed by Fairfax County, may provide one-time funding assistance of up to $75,000 (depending on the organization size) for local nonprofits who provide critical safety net services – including housing and financial stability. These grants are intended to help qualified organizations to mitigate

On July 21, 2022, the commissioners of the Fairfax County Redevelopment and Housing Authority re-elected C. Melissa McKenna (Dranesville District) and Lenore Stanton (Sully District) to serve as Chairman and Vice Chair of the Redevelopment and Housing Authority, respectively. The FCRHA is a separate political body from Fairfax County Government and is charged with affordable housing development and preservation responsibilities in Fairfax County, along with administering fe

A historic influx of federal funding has given state and local governments an opportunity to increase investments in retrofits for low- and moderate-income housing. Some jurisdictions are already using funds from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to create and scale retrofit programs that address local community priorities such as job creation, health, and comfort, and reducing energy costs to make housing more affordable for families that need it the most. Join the America