California Programs

Government Grants & Incentives for Real Estate Investors in Los Angeles

Los Angeles has committed billions to addressing its housing crisis, creating exceptional incentives for affordable housing investors. Between Measure HHH bond funds, California's 4% LIHTC, and local density bonus programs, LA offers some of the richest incentive stacks in the nation.

174 designated tracts (LA County)
Opportunity Zones
$2,329
Section 8 (2-BR)
LIHTC
Tax Credits Available
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Local Programs

State Housing Finance Agency

California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC)

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Public Housing Authority

Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA)

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Local Programs

Los Angeles Government Incentive Programs

These programs are available specifically to investors and developers in the Los Angeles, CA market.

Measure HHH / Proposition HHH

$1.2 billion bond measure funding supportive housing construction for homeless individuals, providing gap financing for affordable developments.

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LA City Density Bonus Program

Allows developers to build up to 35% more units in exchange for including affordable housing, significantly improving project economics.

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CTCAC 4% and 9% Tax Credits

California allocates one of the nation's largest LIHTC pools. 4% credits paired with tax-exempt bonds are particularly active in LA.

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LA Housing Department CDBG/HOME

Federal CDBG and HOME funds distributed by the LA Housing Department for acquisition, rehab, and new construction of affordable housing.

LIHTC Tax Credits in California

Low-Income Housing Tax Credits are the largest source of affordable housing financing in the U.S. In California, credits are allocated by CTCAC.

How LIHTC Works

  • Dollar-for-dollar federal tax credit over 10 years
  • 9% competitive credits for new construction
  • 4% credits paired with tax-exempt bonds
  • 15-year compliance period for affordable rents

California Allocator

Credits are allocated by CTCAC through their Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP), which outlines scoring criteria and priorities.

View CTCAC LIHTC Program
Investor Tips

Why Invest in Los Angeles?

Measure HHH provides gap financing that can make projects financially feasible

LA's density bonus allows 35% more units — dramatically improving returns

174 Opportunity Zones in LA County with high appreciation potential

High Section 8 payment standards ($2,329 for 2-BR) create strong cash flow

Finance Government-Incentivized Properties in Los Angeles

FundNow Capital provides DSCR loans, bridge financing, and portfolio loans that complement government incentive programs in Los Angeles.

DSCR Loans

Qualify using Section 8 rental income — government-backed rents strengthen your DSCR ratio.

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Bridge Loans

Short-term financing to acquire and stabilize properties before permanent LIHTC or agency financing.

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Portfolio Loans

Finance multiple properties in Los Angeles's Opportunity Zones under a single loan structure.

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