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National Housing Trust Fund (HTF) - Nebraska Department of Economic Development National Housing Trust Fund (HTF) The National Housing Trust Fund (HTF) is a federal resource that supports the development of safe and qualify affordable housing for income-qualifying individuals and families, including such vulnerable populations as seniors, those experiencing homelessness, and those experiencing domestic violence.
Eligible Activities Include: Operating cost assistance (up to 30% of each grant) Operating cost assistance reserves Projects using HTF will develop rental housing for extremely low-income (ELI) households, defined as those with a gross annual income equal to or less than 30% of the Area Median Income (AMI). See HTF Rent Limits below for more details.
The HTF has Three Funding Categories: Collaborative Resource Allocation for Nebraska (CRANE) All HTF applicants must comply with HTF requirements and demonstrate their capacity to carry out an eligible activity. Applicants must develop a plan to complete their project within 24 months of an award. Funding from other housing programs may be used in conjunction with an HTF award.
Eligible applicants include: Nonprofit 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) Housing Organizations Redevelopment Organizations Public Housing Authorities Information on deadlines, eligibility, and instructions to apply for the CRANE category is available by contacting the Nebraska Investment Finance Authority (NIFA).
Targeted Needs/Permanent Housing Applicants Eligible applicants include: Nonprofit 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) Housing Organizations Redevelopment Organizations Public Housing Authorities Applications for Targeted Needs and Permanent Housing funding categories are available and accepted on an open cycle. HTF Targeted Needs Application Applications will be reviewed and funded on an open cycle.
HTF Permanent Housing Application Applications will be reviewed and funded on an open cycle. Resources for Applicants & Recipients: Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 is a core requirement of all HUD-funded programs. Section 3 ensures employment and other economic opportunities generated by HUD assistance for low- and very low-income persons and businesses.
This webpage provides information and training about these provisions and DED’s implementation of these requirements. HTF Income Limits are updated annually by HUD. HTF Rent Limits are updated annually by HUD.
CPD Income Eligibility Calculator is available on HUD Exchange and is an interactive tool that assists in determining the income eligibility and assistance amounts for beneficiaries of HTF and other CPD programs.
Application Guidelines & Grant Administration Title File Type Date 00 Policy Memo 24-02: Required Documents for Reimbursement May 16, 2024 01: HTF Administration Manual PDF February 7, 2024 02: HTF Proforma Excel December 16, 2021 04: DED Minimum Rehab Standards PDF December 16, 2021 25-01 Policy Memo: HOTMA Official January 1, 2026 Extension PDF February 19, 2025 Housing Application Best Practices March 14, 2024 Nebraska Site Review Form PDF October 27, 2022 Policy Memo 24-01: HOTMA PDF May 7, 2024 Contract Special Conditions Forms & Templates Title File Type Date Authorization to Request Funds Template Word December 26, 2024 Cost Allocation Tool December 21, 2023 Fair Housing Memo PDF December 28, 2022 Limited English Proficiency (LEP) and Language Assistance Plan Template Word December 27, 2022 Request for Funds Word December 17, 2021 Refer to CPD Notice 16-14, HTF Environmental Provisions to complete the correct form below.
If the project includes other federal funds than HTF, contact the HTF Housing Specialist.
Determining Compliance for HTF Rehab Projects – HTF Funds Only Format Determining Compliance for HTF New Construction – HTF Funds Only Format Performance of HTF Contract Forms Reporting Forms & Templates Title File Type Date 2025 Annual Rent Increase Form PDF December 31, 2025 Annual Project Compliance Report – Section IV Excel February 23, 2024 Certification of Compliance with Nebraska Department of Water, Environment & Energy Form Word August 26, 2025 Certification of Compliance with Nebraska Department of Water, Environment & Energy Form PDF August 26, 2025 FFATA Sample Form – Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act PDF January 4, 2024 Rental Activity Completion Report – Beneficiary Data Excel February 23, 2024 Instructions for Submitting a Notification of Annual Audit (NAA) can be found in DED’s Grant Management Resource Help Center VAWA Emergency Transfer Plan Emergency Transfer Plan for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking Pursuant to 24 CFR 93.
300(a), all HTF recipients must establish maximum limitations on the total amount of HTF funds that may be invested per-unit for development of non-luxury housing. Any HTF funds provided as operating cost assistance or operating cost assistance reserves will not be counted toward the maximum per-unit development subsidy amount.
However, the operating cost subsidies are still capped at 30 percent of each annual grant DED has elected to use existing limits developed for HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). These limits are provided below. Title File Type Date 00: HOME Maximum Per Unit Subsidy Limits (Feb.
13, 2024) August 27, 2025 HOME Maximum Per Unit Subsidy Limits (April 7, 2023) April 20, 2023 HOME Maximum Per Unit Subsidy Limits (March 17, 2022) April 12, 2022 HOME Maximum Per Unit Subsidy Limits (September 9, 2021) December 14, 2021 HOME Maximum Per-Unit Subsidy Limits (June 4, 2018) December 14, 2021 HOME Maximum Per-Unit Subsidy Limits (June 4, 2020) December 14, 2021 HOME Maximum Per-Unit Subsidy Limits (May 24, 2017) December 14, 2021 HOME Maximum Per-Unit Subsidy Limits (May 9, 2019) December 14, 2021 HOME Maximum Per-Unit Subsidy Limits (November 18, 2015) December 14, 2021 HOME Maximum Per-Unit Subsidy Limits (November 7, 2017) PDF December 14, 2021 Grant Management Resources This page will provide technical assistance on using AmpliFund to apply for and manage grants awarded by DED.
Stay up to date on the latest news. Environmental Review Record Forms by Level of Review Title File Type Date 24 CFR 58. 6 – Other Requirements Word December 14, 2021 Determination of Level of Review Word December 14, 2021 Finding of Exempt Activity Word December 14, 2021 Categorically Excluded Not Subject To (CENST) Title File Type Date 24 CFR 58.
6 – Other Requirements Word December 14, 2021 Determination of Level of Review Word December 14, 2021 Finding of CENST Activity Form Word December 14, 2021 Categorically Excluded Subject To (CEST) Title File Type Date 24 CFR 58.
6 – Other Requirements Word December 14, 2021 8 Step Process for Compliance with Floodplain Management Form Word December 14, 2021 Certification of Continued Environmental Compliance Word December 14, 2021 Determination of Level of Review Word December 14, 2021 Instructions for HUD Form 7015.
15 (Request for Release of Funds and Certification) February 23, 2024 Request for Release of Funds and Certification Form February 25, 2026 Statutory Checklist Form December 12, 2023 Template | CDBG Notice of Intent to Request a Release of Funds (NOIRROF) | Site Specific June 15, 2023 Template | CDBG Notice of Intent to Request a Release of Funds (NOIRROF) | Tiered Reviews June 15, 2023 Tier-II Template September 19, 2022 Timing Summary Worksheets May 9, 2023 Environmental Assessment (EA) Title File Type Date 8 Step Process for Compliance with Floodplain Management Form Word December 14, 2021 Assessment Checklist Template October 28, 2022 Certification of Continued Environmental Compliance Word December 14, 2021 Determination of Level of Review Word December 14, 2021 Instructions for HUD Form 7015.
15 (Request for Release of Funds and Certification) February 23, 2024 Request for Release of Funds and Certification Form February 25, 2026 Template | CDBG Notice of Finding No Significant Impact (FONSI) and Notice of Intent to Request Release for Funds (NOIRROF) June 15, 2023 Tier-II Template September 19, 2022 Timing Summary Worksheets May 9, 2023 Data for Applicants and Grantees Rental Template (Computing Part 5 Annual Income) Additional Resource – CPD Income Eligibility Calculator Questions about the National Housing Trust Fund?
HOME & National Housing Trust Fund Program Manager 402-309-4536 | Mechele. Grimes@nebraska. gov
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