One City. Build it Forward
Official Website for Recovery Programs Administered by the City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department.
New Programs Launch
Winter Storm URI Home Repair Program
Harvey Homebuyer Assistance Program 2.0
The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) is proud to announce the official launch of two major initiatives designed to support Houston families: the Winter Storm Uri Single-Family Home Repair Program and the Harvey Homebuyer Assistance Program 2.0.
From rebuilding storm-damaged homes to turning homeownership dreams into reality, these programs are about more than housing, they’re about restoring hope and strengthening communities.
Learn more about these exciting programs:
Disaster Recovery 2024 - Derecho and Hurricane Beryl
Calling all residents, agency partners, community stakeholders!
We invite you to share your experiences during the 2024 Derecho (May 16–17) and Hurricane Beryl (July 5–9). Note: The survey period ends on Friday, July 11, 2025
Take the Resident Survey Take the Agency Survey Learn More
Homebuyers Assistance Program 2.0
Stepping into Homeownership Resource Fair
Join the City of Houston's Housing and Community Development Department and various local partners for the FREE “Stepping into Homeownership” Resource Fair.
Available to City of Houston residents and non-residents, explore the newly launched HCD Homebuyers Assistance Program 2.0. This program is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and you can be among the first 25 applicants to secure your HBAP 2.0 number. Bring your Certificate of Completion of the 8-hour HUD-approved housing course (must be completed in the last 365 days) and your letter of pre-approval on the day of the event.
Saturday, July 12, 2025
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
3611 Ennis St, Houston, TX 77004
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.
