The Houston City Council approved a resolution supporting the construction of Trinity East Senior, an affordable housing project seeking 9% Housing Tax Credits (HTCs) from the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA). The development is located in a census tract where more than 20% of housing units are already part of the HTC program, requiring explicit municipal approval. The resolution allows the application for HTCs to proceed and confirms the city’s commitment to affordable housing development. The decision aligns with the Third Ward Complete Community and Third Ward Choice Neighborhoods Implementation Plan, ensuring continued support for affordable housing in the area.
This decision facilitates the construction of much-needed affordable senior housing in Houston. By allowing the HTC application to move forward, the city is ensuring continued investment in affordable housing, particularly in historically under-resourced neighborhoods.