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Meeting Summary
The Austin Housing Finance Corporation board approved an inducement resolution allocating up to $33 million in private activity bonds to Elm Ridge Preservation LP for rehabilitation of Elm Ridge Apartments at 1190 Airport Blvd, a 100% project-based Section 8 property. The investment will amount to over $85,000 per unit while maintaining affordability restrictions for residents earning below 50% AMI.
Key Decisions (1)
Private Activity Bond Financing for Elm Ridge Apartments Rehabilitation
Approved inducement resolution authorizing allocation of up to $33 million in private activity volume cap multifamily non-recourse bonds to Elm Ridge Preservation LP for rehabilitation of Elm Ridge Apartments at 1190 Airport Blvd in Council District 1. Investment will total over $85,000 per door. Bonds are not obligations of AHFC or City of Austin.
Development Activity (1)
Elm Ridge Apartments Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation of existing affordable multifamily development; 100% project-based Section 8 property; investment of over $85,000 per unit; affordability restricted to households below 50% AMI
Market Signals (2)
Housing Demand
Significant investment ($85,000+ per door) being directed toward preserving and rehabilitating existing affordable housing stock rather than new construction.
Sentiment
City prioritizing preservation of deeply affordable housing (50% AMI) through bond financing mechanisms that don't pledge city credit.