Utah Programs

Government Grants & Incentives for Real Estate Investors in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City's booming tech sector and population growth have driven significant affordable housing investment. Utah Housing Corporation's LIHTC program and the city's RDA incentives support investors targeting affordable development.

10 designated tracts
Opportunity Zones
$1,384
Section 8 (2-BR)
LIHTC
Tax Credits Available
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Local Programs

State Housing Finance Agency

Utah Housing Corporation (UHC)

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Public Housing Authority

Housing Authority of Salt Lake City

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Local Programs

Salt Lake City Government Incentive Programs

These programs are available specifically to investors and developers in the Salt Lake City, UT market.

UHC LIHTC Program

Utah allocates LIHTC credits through UHC, with the Salt Lake City metro receiving strong allocation.

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Salt Lake City RDA Programs

Redevelopment Agency providing TIF incentives and gap financing for affordable housing in urban renewal areas.

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Olene Walker Housing Loan Fund

State revolving loan fund providing gap financing for affordable housing development in Utah.

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Salt Lake County CDBG/HOME

Federal community development funds for affordable housing and neighborhood improvements.

LIHTC Tax Credits in Utah

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

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

Utah Allocator

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

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Investor Tips

Why Invest in Salt Lake City?

Silicon Slopes tech growth driving rapid housing demand

Olene Walker fund provides unique state-level gap financing

10 Opportunity Zones in areas with strong tech-driven appreciation

RDA incentives support transit-oriented affordable development

Finance Government-Incentivized Properties in Salt Lake City

FundNow Capital provides DSCR loans, bridge financing, and portfolio loans that complement government incentive programs in Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake City's Opportunity Zones under a single loan structure.

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