Home investment partnerships program

The City of Bellingham received a formula grant award of $528,348.85 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development, under the Home Investment Partnerships Program (CFDA 14.239). The award, effective September 17, 2025, with an ultimate completion date of September 30, 2034, supports affordable housing activities within Bellingham, Washington. Under this program, the city will fund initiatives including owner-occupied home rehabilitation, homebuyer assistance, and acquisition and rehabilitation of rental housing to expand the supply of affordable housing for low and very low-income residents.

As a participating jurisdiction in the HOME program, the City of Bellingham must comply with HUD's regulatory requirements, including submission of five-year Consolidated Plans and annual Action Plans for review. Assisted housing units funded through this award must meet income targeting and affordability requirements, with units remaining affordable for periods ranging from 5 to 20 years depending on the activity type and level of HOME funding contribution. The city is required to maintain records documenting compliance with program requirements for five years beyond the affordability periods to ensure accountability and program integrity.