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360 Road to Homeownership Web Series
Session 3: Road Rules (What to Expect)
Get Ready! We’re back with another exciting installment of the 360 Road to Homeownership: Road Rules (What to Expect) virtual series—your guide to navigating all the ins and outs of becoming a new homeowner.
This session features expert lead presenters:
- Mabel Menefee, Harris Central Appraisal District
- Guadalupe Ortiz, State Farm Insurance
Join us to learn directly from the experts about the responsibilities, costs, and tips that will help you thrive as a homeowner! Don’t wait! Register TODAY -availability is limited.
Thursday, April 16, 2026
6:00pm - 7:30pm
2026 Spring Community Meetings
Thank You
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) extends our sincere gratitude to everyone who helped make our Spring 2026 Community Meetings such a meaningful success. From residents and community organizers to City of Houston staff, partner organizations, and elected leaders, thank you for showing up, sharing your voice, and helping us advance the conversation around Houston’s future.
Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP) &
Harvey Homebuyer Assistance Program 2.0 (HbAP 2.0)
Upcoming Trainings
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) is continuing its commitment to empowering Houstonians on their path to homeownership.
Throughout 2026, HCD will host a series of virtual quarterly trainings for both applicants and realtor/lender partners interested in learning more about the Harvey Homebuyer Assistance Program 2.0 (HbAP 2.0) and the traditional Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP).
These sessions provide valuable insight into eligibility requirements, program benefits, and how HCD partners with lenders and realtors to make homeownership achievable for Houston residents.
Save the Dates:
Q2 2026
MAY 13, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
MAY 20, 2026 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
Q3 2026
AUG. 12, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
AUG. 19, 2026 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
Q4 2026
NOV. 11, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
NOV. 18, 2026 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
Visit our Homebuyer pages to learn more
Our Recovery Programs
Hurricane Harvey – Single Family Program Update
3065
affordable rental units being developed to provide quality, flood-safe options to low-to-moderate income families
209
homeowners assisted through the Harvey homeowner assistance program
481
single-family homeowners reimbursed for repairs to flood-damaged homes*
*Some homeowners may receive a reimbursement check while also participating in the rehab option.
ACTION PLAN FOR DISASTER RECOVERY 2024 DERECHO AND HURRICANE BERYL
Please view the City of Houston’s Approved Disaster Action Plan, which outlines the City's needs assessment and funding priorities for Hurricane Beryl and Houston Derecho's recovery efforts, approved by HUD on November 25, 2025.
| Action Plan Activity | Amount | % of CDBG-DR Grant Award |
|---|---|---|
| Administration | $15,732,250.00 | 5.00% |
| Planning | $200,000.00 | 0.06% |
| Housing | $109,183,850.00 | 34.69% |
| Infrastructure | $101,291,150.00 | 32.19% |
| Public Services | $47,196,750.00 | 15.00% |
| Mitigation | $41,041,000.00 | 13.04% |
| CDBG-DR Grant Total | $314,645,000.00 | 100% |
Upcoming Events
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