The City of Columbia partners with developers using Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) to bring more safe, high-quality, and affordable homes to our community. Through strategic investment, local support, and strong collaboration, we help create new housing options for families, seniors, and individuals in need. These partnerships strengthen neighborhoods, expand housing choice, and support long-term affordability across the city.
For more information on SC Housing – Low-Income Tax Credit Program (LIHTC) – please click on this link https://schousing.sc.gov/development/housing-tax-credit-lihtc
Our partnerships help:
- Build and rehabilitate affordable rental communities in areas where housing demand is high.
- Leverage public and private investment, maximizing the impact of City resources.
- Promote long-term affordability, ensuring housing remains accessible for decades.
- Support neighborhood revitalization and community stability.
For Developers
The City of Columbia provides support to LIHTC projects through:
- Funding assistance, gap financing, and local match opportunities
- Letters of support and project alignment verification
- Collaboration on zoning, coordination, and community engagement
For Residents
LIHTC developments help ensure that:
- Safe, decent, and well-maintained rental homes are available at affordable rents
- Housing opportunities are located near jobs, transportation, schools, and services
- Families and individuals can thrive in stable, supportive neighborhoods
Our Commitment
By partnering with high-performing developers and leveraging the LIHTC program, the City of Columbia is working to ensure that every resident has access to a quality home they can afford—strengthening neighborhoods and building a more resilient, inclusive city.
