Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program (PLHA)
The PLHA Program funds California local governments to develop and preserve affordable housing, support homeownership, and assist people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Funder: California Department of Housing & Community Development
Due Dates: February 28, 2025 (CY 2021 funds, general) | April 1, 2025 (CY 2021 funds, LA & Ventura) | February 28, 2026 (CY 2022 funds) | February 28, 2027 (CY 2023 funds) | June 30, 2027 (final NOFA close)
Funding Amounts: Annual allocations by jurisdiction; typical awards range from ~$40,000 to several million per year; 5-year estimates available; total 2023 NOFA ~$320M.
Summary: Provides formula and competitive grants to California local governments for affordable housing development, homeownership, and homelessness solutions.
Key Information: Application deadlines are strict; unawarded funds revert to the Multifamily Housing Program after deadlines.
Description
The Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program provides ongoing funding to California local governments to address local housing needs through the development and preservation of affordable housing, support for homeownership, and assistance to persons experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Funding is distributed via formula allocations to entitlement and non-entitlement jurisdictions, as well as through competitive grants for non-entitlement areas. The program aims to increase housing supply, promote housing stability, and support local efforts to meet regional housing needs.
