Community Land Trust Pilot
The Community Land Trust Pilot by North Dakota Housing Finance Agency funds research and development of affordable housing using CLT models to promote long-term community stability and homeownership.
Funder: North Dakota Housing Finance Agency
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 (Multifamily/CHDO/Developer) | August 1, 2026 (Single-family CAA) | Rolling (CLT Pilot line of credit)
Funding Amounts: Varies by program: up to $50,000 (CHDO operating grant); project-based awards for HOME/HTF/LIHTC/HIF; $3M+ total HOME funds available; low-cost credit for CLT Pilot.
Summary: Supports affordable housing development, rehabilitation, and homeownership for low- to moderate-income North Dakotans through multiple funding streams.
Key Information: Strict eligibility and compliance requirements; environmental review required before commitment of funds.
Description
The North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA) offers a suite of funding opportunities to advance affordable housing across the state. Programs support the development, acquisition, and rehabilitation of single- and multifamily housing, as well as down payment assistance and operational support for Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) and Community Land Trusts (CLTs). Funding is available through federal and state sources, including the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, National Housing Trust Fund, Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Housing Incentive Fund (HIF), and the CLT Pilot line of credit. These programs aim to increase housing options for low- to moderate-income households, strengthen community stability, and build local capacity for affordable housing delivery.
