Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA) is seeking feedback and comments on the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP) that guides the Agency in making housing tax credit allocation decisions. The Agency has now opened the initial comment period and will close the period at 4:30 pm on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. VHFA also will host a QAP public comment meeting this summer (additional details will follow).

VHFA's Commitment to Community Engagement

At the Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA), we believe in the power of community engagement and the positive impact it can bring to our surroundings. Our employees are encouraged to dedicate their time to volunteer activities, and their contributions this past year have been both inspiring and transformative. Here's a glimpse into the remarkable volunteer efforts of some of our team members.

The Vermont Public Utility Commission (PUC) is seeking public feedback to help design the Clean Heat Standard. The CHS will have a significant impact on low and moderate income Vermonters and may offer new resources to help increase efficiency and decarbonization in affordable housing. A public engagement session will be held on Thursday, June 6th.

Over $41 million has been paid on behalf of 5,800 Vermont homeowners to help them stay housed during the pandemic, thanks to the Vermont Homeowner Assistance Program (VHAP). The program helped pay for overdue mortgage, property taxes, and utility bills.

“This program helped support Vermonters through the pandemic, ensuring that more families could stay safely in their homes,” said Governor Phil Scott. “Housing is an important part of Vermont’s long-term recovery, ensuring that we can move forward stronger than before.”