Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program
Forecasted
The AHSC Program funds projects that combine affordable housing and sustainable transportation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build equitable, climate-friendly communities in California.
Funder: California Department of Housing & Community Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application, projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$750 million total available (prior round); typical awards $10–50 million per project; minimum $1M for Tribes; per-unit and per-project caps apply.
Summary: Funds integrated affordable housing, land use, and transportation projects in California to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support equitable, sustainable communities.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details may shift; check program page for updates.
Description
The Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program, administered by the California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) in partnership with the Strategic Growth Council (SGC), provides substantial loans and grants for projects that integrate affordable housing development, sustainable transportation, and land-use strategies to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across California. The program is part of California Climate Investments and aims to benefit disadvantaged and low-income communities by increasing access to affordable housing, employment centers, and essential destinations via low-carbon transportation options such as public transit, walking, and biking.
Eligible projects must demonstrate GHG reduction through compact, infill development, active transportation, and protection of agricultural land from sprawl. The program is highly competitive and supports projects that advance both state climate and equity goals.
