Agenda No. 8.
CITY COUNCIL MEMORANDUM
| City Council Meeting: | February 22, 2022 |
| Department: | Executive Team |
| Subject: | Resolution No. 22-R-18 - Consideration and/or action approving a Resolution by the City Council of the City of Schertz, Texas, authorizing a letter of support for a Housing Tax Credit application by the NRP Group for a multifamily project on FM 1518. (M. Browne/B. James) |
BACKGROUND
The NRP Group has communicated to the city that it intends to submit an application to the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) for 2022 Housing Tax Credit funds for a multifamily project on FM 1518. Applications to the TCHCA are scored and ranked as part of the funding application process. Points are awarded for projects that receive support from the local government. As such the NRP Group has requested a resolution of support from the Schertz City Council.
GOAL
Provide a range of quality housing opportunities for all residents of the City of Schertz.
COMMUNITY BENEFIT
The Housing Tax Credit program plays a significant role in providing quality affordable housing. Lack of affordable quality housing options are key to maintaining the sustainability of Schertz.
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approval of Resolution 22-R-18 in support of the Housing Tax Credit application for the NRP Group's multifamily project on FM 1518.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this resolution.
RECOMMENDATION
Approval of Resolution 22-R-18.