Programs

PHB offers direct funding and an array of incentives to support new affordable housing development and rehabilitation of existing properties. Opportunities may include property tax exemptions, development fee exemptions, loans and other financial assistance.

PHB promotes stable homeownership for low-to-moderate income Portlanders through direct assistance and partnerships with local agencies. Homebuyer education, down payment assistance loans, foreclosure prevention guidance, home repair grants and loans, and more are available for eligible households.

Strategy to address the legacy of displacement in North and Northeast Portland through investments in new affordable rental housing, opportunities for first-time homebuyers, and home retention programs for longtime residents.

Call or email the helpline for technical assistance and information on landlord-tenant laws and policy. RSO staff can provide referrals and information, however, they cannot offer legal advice.