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JULY 20, 2026
Apply now: Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program accepting applications for up to $31 million in grant funding
Applications are now open for a new round of Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.commerce.wa.gov%2Fgrowth-management%2Fhousing-planning%2
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until Sept. 30:
* $25.8 million for eligible jurisdictions statewide
* $5.2 million for projects in eligible jurisdictions with a population less than 150,000.
CHIP helps local governments encourage the creation of affordable housing by reducing or covering the cost of infrastructure associated with development. More information is available
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Who is eligible?
A CHIP applicant must be a city, county or public utility district in partnership with an affordable housing developer. Projects must meet specific criteria:
* Located in a jurisdiction that imposes an affordable housing sales and use tax under RCW 82.14.530 <https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fapp.leg.wa.gov%2Frcw%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fcite=82.14.
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* Located in the urban growth area (UGA) boundary.
* A minimum of 25% of the units are set aside as affordable to low-income households.
* Construction on the development must begin within 24 months of the CHIP award.
* A strong probability of remaining affordable for at least 25 years.
It is recommended that applicants be able to demonstrate that funds can be spent by June 30, 2027.
How to apply
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Awards announcements are anticipated in early 2027.
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Questions?
Contact Mischa Venables, CHIP Program Manager, at Mischa.Venables@Commerce.wa.gov <mailto:Mischa.Venables@Commerce.wa.gov> .
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