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Virtual Technical Assistance Trainings
Pay or Play requirements for Public Service projects
Don’t miss out on this Free Virtual Training opportunity on Pay or Play! Contract Compliance will host a Technical Assistance Training focused on Pay or Play (POP) compliance requirements specific to Public Service projects. This session is for Public Service Subrecipients and compliance staff who are responsible for reporting and monitoring projects subject to the City of Houston’s Pay or Play requirements—This one is for you!
Topics will include:
- Overview of Pay or Play requirements for Public Service projects
- Compliance expectations and monitoring
- Reporting responsibilities and common findings
- Q&A session
Thursday, January 22, 2026
10:30am - 11:30pm
Notice of Funding Availability
2025 419 Emancipation Operator NOFA
The City of Houston’s Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) is seeking applications from qualified nonprofit organizations and local government entities to operate the facility at 419 Emancipation Avenue for a period of three years. The project will be supported by approximately $30 million in funding from CDBG-Disaster Recovery 24 and additional local sources of funding. The facility will function as a 24-hour, seven-day-a-week, easy entry resource and stabilization center, offering trauma-informed, short-term housing and immediate access to services. It will serve as a safe entry point for individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness, providing connections to appropriate interventions, rapid resolution strategies, and stabilization services to address complex needs. The primary outcome for all participants is a transition to permanent housing and to provide sustainable life skills.
Virtual Technical Assistance Trainings
Pre-Award requirements, MWSBE participation, and Pay or Play policies
Join us Tuesday, January 27, at 9:30 AM for our Virtual Technical Assistance Training. As part of our quarterly compliance series, this session offers a clear, expert-led overview of Pre-Award requirements, MWSBE participation, and Pay or Play policies.
This session is designed for contractors, vendors, developers, and compliance staff managing projects subject to these regulations, our experts will break it down and provide the tools you need to navigate your projects with confidence and ensure compliance.
Highlights will include:
- Pre-Award process and compliance
- MWSBE participation and reporting
- Pay or Play (POP) compliance and monitoring
- Reporting platforms, documentation, and common findings
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Tuesday, January 27, 2026
9:30am
2026 Spring Community Meeting
Your Action Builds a Stronger Community!
Take action by completing our 2026 Community Needs Survey. This survey gathers feedback on the needs and priorities in your community and will help shape the 2026 Annual Action Plan.
Winter Storm URI Single-Family Home Repair Program
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department has simplified the application, making it faster and easier for homeowners impacted by Winter Storm Uri to get the help they need.
HCD team members are ready to assist, online, by phone, or in-person, to guide you through every step.
Have questions?
Call: 832-394-6200
Email: singlefamilyeligibility@houstontx.gov
Harvey Homebuyer Assistance Program 2.0 (HbAP 2.0)
Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP)
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:
Q1 2026
FEB. 18, 2026 - 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
FEB. 11, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
Q2 2026
MAY 20, 2026 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
MAY 13, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
Q3 2026
AUG. 19, 2026 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
AUG. 12, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
Q4 2026
NOV. 18, 2026 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
NOV. 11, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
Virtual Office Hours
Join us for Virtual Community Hours every Wednesday from 1–4 PM. These weekly sessions offer a chance to learn more about all of our HCD programs and resources, including the Harvey Homebuyer Assistance Program (HbAP 2.0), and get answers to any questions you may have.
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What We Do
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) works to create opportunities for all Houstonians to have access to safe homes that they can afford in communities where they can thrive. Our department works closely with service providers and developers across the city to improve quality of life for Houston residents.
Upcoming Events
If you would like to request an event to be held in your area, please fill out this Outreach Form .
Latest Plans and Notices
Stay Informed
Community feedback is invaluable, and there are many ways to make your voice heard. We encourage you to attend a public meeting or invite the Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) to your planned community gathering. Every perspective matters, and your input will help us create a more inclusive and responsive plan.
The 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan
The 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and the 2025 Annual Action Plan serve as the City’s application for more than $250 million in expected federal grants to improve Houston neighborhoods and assist low- and moderate-income families in Houston.
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% |
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