Specifications include, but are not limited to: DSHA is undertaking this solicitation to expand the available housing choices for low- and moderateincome families in the State of Delaware; to spur development of quality housing in areas where DSHA is planning or undertaking redevelopment, where quality housing affordable to such households is not readily available, in neighborhoods of opportunity, and to expand the availability of affordable, quality rental housing in a tightening local real estate rental market. The PBV program is designed to promote the preservation and expansion of the supply of affordable rental housing in Delaware, with a strong emphasis on new or existing rental housing developments that: 1. Are located in Kent and Sussex County where affordable housing is greatly needed. 2. Encourage veterans housing with integration of supportive services. 3. Leverage and build on housing and/or other investments made or planned by the Delaware State; and/or, 4. Incorporate energy conservation, sustainability, and excellence in design. 5. Address equity and serve traditionally underserved BIPOC communities. 6. Encourage additional accessibility in non-elderly and non-disabled buildings.
