GRANT · HOW TO WIN THIS
Loan amount varies by project; terms not publicly listed.
Rolling — no fixed deadline, applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
FUNDING TYPE
CDFI, Loan
CAN YOU GET THIS?
YOUR REAL ODDS
The HTF has funded over 70 developments in 20 years, creating or preserving over 1,700 units.
This is a revolving loan fund, not a competitive grant program, so eligibility and deal quality matter more than a fixed selection cycle. No acceptance rate data is published.
WHAT IT TAKES
Confirm your project qualifies as affordable housing in SLO County — 1-2 days
Contact HTF directly to discuss your project and financing needs — 1 week
Submit a formal loan application and supporting project documents — 2-4 weeks
WORTH KNOWING
HTF also provides technical assistance alongside financing, which may be useful for developers newer to affordable housing projects in the county.
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