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The Affordable Housing Liaison Unit (AHLU) is a team within the office of Los Angeles City Mayor Karen Bass. Formed in April 2023, our mission is to support the development of 100% affordable housing across the city. Our multi-disciplinary team brings expertise in:

Affordable housing finance and underwriting;
Site analysis, environmental review, design, land use, and entitlements; and
Permitting, construction, and lease-up.

We provide technical assistance to 100% affordable housing developers and their teams by closely collaborating with the Mayor's Office, City Council, and all city development services departments.

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1. Pre-Development Feasibility

2. Planning & Entitlements

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3. Permits & Inspections

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4. Occupancy

News in L.A.

In addition to providing technical support, our team seeks to educate new and experienced members of the affordable housing development community. We have curated a collection of important announcements and updates from the City of Los Angeles, articles and reports from trusted sources, and webinars from the City's affordable housing practitioners and thought leaders.

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CoCBuilds and BUILD Funding Opportunities

Posted on 10/03/2024

Landscape and Site Design Ordinance

Posted on 07/31/2024

New South LA Development Services Center (DSC)

Posted on 07/31/2024

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