One City. Build it Forward
Official Website for Recovery Programs Administered by the City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department.
Spring 2026 Community Meeting
Save the Date
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) invites you to join us for our 2026 Spring Community Meeting in District F on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the Alief Neighborhood Center.
Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas, District F and Chair of the City of Houston Housing & Affordability Committee, will provide opening remarks.
This is your opportunity to hear updates on HCD programs, learn more about housing and community investments, and share your voice as we plan for the year ahead.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
6:00pm
Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP) &
Harvey Homebuyer Assistance Program 2.0 (HbAP 2.0)
Upcoming Trainings
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) is continuing its commitment to empowering Houstonians on their path to homeownership.
Throughout 2026, HCD will host a series of virtual quarterly trainings for both applicants and realtor/lender partners interested in learning more about the Harvey Homebuyer Assistance Program 2.0 (HbAP 2.0) and the traditional Homebuyer Assistance Program (HAP).
These sessions provide valuable insight into eligibility requirements, program benefits, and how HCD partners with lenders and realtors to make homeownership achievable for Houston residents.
Save the Dates:
Q2 2026
MAY 13, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
MAY 20, 2026 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
Q3 2026
AUG. 12, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
AUG. 19, 2026 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
Q4 2026
NOV. 11, 2026 1PMApplicant Workshop
NOV. 18, 2026 1PMRealtor & Lender Workshop
Visit our Homebuyer pages to learn more
Winter Storm URI Single-Family Home Repair Program
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department has simplified the application, making it faster and easier for homeowners impacted by Winter Storm Uri to get the help they need.
HCD team members are ready to assist, online, by phone, or in-person, to guide you through every step.
Have questions?
Call: 832-394-6200
Email: singlefamilyeligibility@houstontx.gov
Our Recovery Programs
Hurricane Harvey – Single Family Program Update
3065
affordable rental units being developed to provide quality, flood-safe options to low-to-moderate income families
209
homeowners assisted through the Harvey homeowner assistance program
481
single-family homeowners reimbursed for repairs to flood-damaged homes*
*Some homeowners may receive a reimbursement check while also participating in the rehab option.
ACTION PLAN FOR DISASTER RECOVERY 2024 DERECHO AND HURRICANE BERYL
Please view the City of Houston’s Approved Disaster Action Plan, which outlines the City's needs assessment and funding priorities for Hurricane Beryl and Houston Derecho's recovery efforts, approved by HUD on November 25, 2025.
| Action Plan Activity | Amount | % of CDBG-DR Grant Award |
|---|---|---|
| Administration | $15,732,250.00 | 5.00% |
| Planning | $200,000.00 | 0.06% |
| Housing | $109,183,850.00 | 34.69% |
| Infrastructure | $101,291,150.00 | 32.19% |
| Public Services | $47,196,750.00 | 15.00% |
| Mitigation | $41,041,000.00 | 13.04% |
| CDBG-DR Grant Total | $314,645,000.00 | 100% |
Upcoming Events
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