New York Programs

Government Grants & Incentives for Real Estate Investors in New York City

New York City has the largest affordable housing ecosystem in the country, with billions in annual investment through HPD, HDC, and state programs. LIHTC deals in NYC regularly exceed $50M, and the city's own 421-a/485-x program provides major property tax exemptions for affordable housing.

306 designated tracts
Opportunity Zones
$3,058
Section 8 (2-BR)
LIHTC
Tax Credits Available
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Local Programs

State Housing Finance Agency

New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR)

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Public Housing Authority

New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA)

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Local Programs

New York City Government Incentive Programs

These programs are available specifically to investors and developers in the New York City, NY market.

485-x Affordable Housing Tax Exemption

Successor to 421-a, providing property tax exemptions for up to 35 years for new construction that includes affordable units.

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HPD Housing New York Plan

City program financing the creation and preservation of 300,000+ affordable units, with term sheets for new construction and preservation.

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NYS HCR LIHTC Program

New York allocates one of the largest LIHTC pools nationally, with credits flowing through HCR for both 9% and 4% deals.

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NYCHA PACT/RAD Program

Converting public housing to Section 8 through public-private partnerships, creating major investment opportunities for developers.

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LIHTC Tax Credits in New York

Low-Income Housing Tax Credits are the largest source of affordable housing financing in the U.S. In New York, credits are allocated by NYS HCR.

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

New York Allocator

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

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Investor Tips

Why Invest in New York City?

Highest Section 8 payment standards in the country ($3,058 for 2-BR)

485-x tax exemption can eliminate property taxes for 35 years

NYCHA PACT/RAD is creating billions in private investment opportunities

306 Opportunity Zones across the five boroughs

Finance Government-Incentivized Properties in New York City

FundNow Capital provides DSCR loans, bridge financing, and portfolio loans that complement government incentive programs in New York City.

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 New York City's Opportunity Zones under a single loan structure.

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