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Helpful Resources for Developers

  • Chicago Housing Authority (CHA)
  • United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
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Chicago Housing Authority (CHA)

Develop New Housing on CHA-owned Land. CHA periodically releases solicitations for development partnerships that create or preserve affordable housing. Developers are selected through a competitive application process.

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United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

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City of Chicago

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Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA)

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  • State Referral Network

Other Housing Developer Resources:

  • Preservation Compact
  • Chicago Rehab Network
  • Community Investment Corporation
  • Illinois Housing Council
  • Institute for Housing Studies at DePaul University

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