Affordable Housing
Pinellas County is investing in the creation of affordable homes to keep residents in our county.
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Housing and Community Development Department
The Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) works to make communities vibrant and livable through the implementation of long-term County policies and strategic initiatives in land use, community redevelopment, transportation, and affordable housing.
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Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County
Our mission is to provide safe, decent, affordable housing for low to moderate income households. The HFA assists first-time home buyers and also works with local governments, non-profits and other public and private partners to provide funding for affordable multi-family rental housing.
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View All EventsHousing Finance Authority Board Meeting
Meetings of the Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County Board of Directors start at 3:00 p.m. and are held in the Palm…
TEFRA Hearing Seminole Square
Housing Finance Authority OfficeTEFRA Hearing Flats on 4th
Housing Finance Authority OfficeHousing Finance Authority Board Meeting
Meetings of the Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County Board of Directors start at 3:00 p.m. and are held in the Palm…
Programs
View All ProgramsFamily Housing Assistance Program
Housing for Eligible Pinellas County Families Who Are Experiencing Homelessness The Family Housing Assistance Program (FHAP) helps families experiencing homelessness who have…
Florida State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program
The State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program provides funds to local governments as an incentive to create partnerships that produce and preserve…
Housing Finance Authority First-Time Homebuyer Program
Effective November 22, 2024 (Ver en Español) The Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County First-Time Homebuyer Program could be your key to…
HOME Investment Partnerships Program
Pinellas County receives HOME funds annually, which can be used for grants, direct loans, loan guarantees or other forms of credit enhancement,…
Pinellas extends survey deadline for fair housing, community needs
Pinellas County is extending the deadline for two surveys that will shape the way millions in public funds are spent on community......
Pinellas County seeks public input on fair housing, community development needs
Pinellas County is partnering with the City of Largo to gather public input that will shape housing and community development goals over the next five years....
Housing Finance Authority FY24/25 Operating Budget
Operating budget for the Pinellas County Housing Finance Authority for fiscal year 2024-2025, including general fund, approved housing trust and land assembly funds....
County Accessory Dwelling Unit Update & Multigenerational Tax Exemption
Tiny homes, cottages or garage apartments are a great way to use extra space on your property to provide a home for......
Rental Assistance Program to launch for homes substantially damaged by Hurricane Idalia
INCOME LIMITS HAVE INCREASED Starting Thursday, September 12, 2024, financial help will be available for Pinellas County residents residing outside the City......
BCC approves funds for 164 new affordable apartments in Largo & St. Pete
The Pinellas Commission approved $7.94M to support new apartments in Largo and St. Pete that will bring 164 affordable homes....
National Association of Local Housing Finance Agencies Board of Directors Visits Washington, D.C.
The Housing Finance Authority of Pinellas County’s Executive Director Kathryn Driver, a board member of the National Association of Local Housing Finance......
Pinellas increases home repair program to $75K with forgivable loan
To help locals stay in their homes and maintain their property, Pinellas County has revised its state-funded Home Repair Program by increasing financial help up to $75,000 for critical needs like roofs, windows and AC replacements....
Vacancy Announced on Pinellas Housing Finance Authority
Applications are now being accepted for one appointment to the Pinellas Housing Finance Authority. This appointment is for a four-year term beginning......
80 affordable homes for seniors break ground in Ridgecrest
The groundbreaking of 80 new affordable apartments for seniors at Heritage Oaks Friday marked a new chapter for the Ridgecrest community. ...