Partnerships

Join us in our mission to increase the supply of quality affordable housing for Travis County residents by becoming a partner with the Strategic Housing Finance Corporation. Our partnership programs allow private developers to benefit from property tax exemptions and increased financial feasibility. Partner with us to create inclusive communities that stabilize families and make a real difference in the lives of Travis County residents.

Why partner with us?

Tax savings

SHFC’s status as a nonprofit organization allows us to acquire construction materials and other supplies tax-free.

Expert support

We have a team of experts with experience in affordable housing development, ready to help developers navigate the complex process of developing affordable housing projects.

Streamlined approvals

SHFC has established partnerships and relationships with local organizations and officials, which can help speed up the process of getting approvals and permits for the development of a project.

Community impact

By partnering with SHFC, developers can be part of our mission to increase access to affordable housing and contribute to the community in a meaningful way.

Our partners include...

Documents

Workforce Term Sheet

This term sheet outlines requirements and guidelines for developers seeking an SHFC partnership. It covers key criteria such as affordability, public benefit, fees, and deal terms. Review this document to determine project eligibility and understand partnership expectations.

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4% Bond Term Sheet

This term sheet outlines the standard structure for SHFC's 4% bond transactions, including partnership roles, land ownership, financing responsibilities, fee arrangements, and required affordability levels. It also addresses long-term ground lease terms, cash flow sharing, and developer fee participation.

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Becoming a partner

Contact us

The first step in partnering with the Strategic Housing Finance Corporation (SHFC) is to reach out to us and express your interest in working together. You can do this by filling out a contact form on our website, sending an email to our team, or giving us a call. We'll then schedule a meeting with you to discuss your project and how we can help.

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Review and approval

Once we have all the information we need, we'll review your proposal and determine how we can best support your project. If it aligns with our mission to increase the supply of quality affordable housing in Travis County, we'll work with you to create a partnership agreement that outlines the terms of our collaboration. This will include details such as funding, timelines, and responsibilities of both parties.

Implementation and monitoring

When the partnership agreement is in place, we'll work with you to implement the project. This could include providing funding through the private activity bond/tax credit program, property tax exemptions, or support for special projects. We'll also work with you to monitor the progress of the project and ensure that it is meeting our shared goals of increasing the supply of quality affordable housing and creating inclusive communities.

Get in touch

Interested in partnering with us? Fill out this short form, and we’ll contact you to set up a meeting.

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