Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program
The AHSC Program funds California projects that integrate affordable housing, sustainable transportation, and land use planning to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and benefit disadvantaged communities.
Funder: California Department of Housing & Community Development
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application submission deadline via AHSC Application Portal, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50 million per project (min. $10M; $1M for Tribal Entities); approx. $750 million available statewide per cycle; $250,000 per assisted unit (loan/grant cap); 50%+ of funds must support affordable housing/HRI.
Summary: Supports California projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions by integrating affordable housing, sustainable transportation, and land use planning.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all dates are projected—consult program page for updates.
Description
The Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) Program funds projects across California that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by integrating land-use, affordable housing, transportation, and agricultural land preservation. The program prioritizes investments that improve access to affordable housing, employment centers, and essential destinations via low-carbon transportation options such as transit, biking, and walking. AHSC targets benefits for disadvantaged and low-income communities, encouraging compact development and reductions in vehicle miles traveled.
Projects may receive grants and/or loans for eligible activities, including the development of affordable housing, housing-related infrastructure, sustainable transportation infrastructure, and related programs. The program is highly competitive and administered by the California Strategic Growth Council in partnership with the Department of Housing and Community Development.
