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Date: January 24, 2023
Honorable Mayor and Council Members:
Author and title: Lynn Baumgartner, Program Analyst II
Title: Truckee Home Access Program Guidelines Revision
Approved By: Jen Callaway, Town Manager
Recommended Action: Review and approve recommended changes to the Program Guidelines for
the Truckee Home Access Program (THAP).
Discussion:
INTRODUCTION
Increasing the inventory of rental and ownership homes available to community members living and
working in Truckee is a Town Council priority. Growing the inventory of housing that is legally deed
restricted-- or reserved— for full-time occupancy—is an important strategy used in many jurisdictions to
ensure the long-term availability of workforce housing. A deed restriction is a tool that helps preserve a
housing unit as a fulltime residence through legal requirements that run with the property for the t erm of
the restriction (typically 55+ years). These limitations of land use can include resident income
requirements or fulltime residency requirements.
In October 2022 the Town launched the Truckee Home Access Program (THAP), a deed restriction
purchase program that is available to buyers, sellers, businesses, and developers (see Attachments 1-3
for previous staff reports regarding this program). Since that time we have implemented an outreach
campaign, hosted eleven informational presentations and workshops, launched the program application,
and begun receiving and reviewing applications. We have received 10 applications. One was denied due
to being over the income limit, two are currently in review, seven have been approved for the program,
and one THAP participant has closed on a home.
In the process of implementing the program, staff and Housing Inc. have found opportunities for
necessary Program Guideline corrections and clarifications and have drafted a suite of clean-up revisions
to the Program Guidelines for Council consideration.
PROPOSED PROGRAM GUIDELINE CHANGES
The following program updates are included in the revised Program Guidelines (See Attachments 4 and
5).
3.2 Funding/Payment for Deed Restrictions
Language stating “The funding amount will generally be taxable, and the Town will file a 1099 with the
IRS and will provide a copy of such filing to the payee, in accordance with Internal Revenue Code” was
struck. After further research, it was determined that the title company involved in the real estate
transaction is the party responsible for issuing the 1099 form.
3.3 Eligible Use of Funds and Distribution: Other Deed Restrictions
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The Martis Fund Homebuyer Assistance Program offers down payment assistance to fulltime residents
within the Truckee Tahoe Unified School District area who meet certain local employment requirements
and who have a household income below 180% AMI for Placer County. It should be noted that the while
the AMI is tied to Placer County for the Martis Fund Homebuyer Assistance Program, the program does
not restrict purchase of a home to be within Placer County, homebuyers seeking to buy a home in Truckee
would qualify for the Martis Fund’s program. The Homebuyer Assistance Program is different from THAP
in that the funding is structured as either a low interest loan or an equity share, and funds must be repaid
if the home is sold, rented, or the homeowner defaults on program requirements. Unlike THAP, the Martis
Fund program does not have a long-term deed restriction that runs with the land. At the time that the
THAP program was developed, the Martis Fund’s program guidelines did not allow the Homebuyer
Assistance Program funds to be bundled with other homebuyer programs. However, the Martis Fund
has decided to change this requirement and the Town’s THAP program administrators have begun
receiving requests to combine THAP funding with the Martis Fund Homebuyer Assistance Program.
The current THAP program guidelines state that the THAP program cannot be combined with other deed
restrictions that restrict ownership and/or occupancy based on a local employment or income
requirement. The purpose of this requirement was to ensure that the THAP deed restriction would provide
significant additional value to the Town by preserving a housing unit that wouldn’t otherwise be preserved
as workforce housing. Staff recommend that Council consider revising the THAP program guidelines, as
described below to accommodate layering THAP with the Martis Funds (or similar) down payment
assistance, because the Martis Fund Homebuyer Assistance Program is sufficiently different from THAP
such that the THAP deed restriction would add significant value through long term preservation of the
housing unit. Additionally, layering these two programs would provide additional financial assistance for
homebuyers below 180% AMI, who are more likely to have a significant affordability gap for home
purchase.
The suggested THAP program guidelines change to section 3.3 would clarify that THAP funds can be
combined with other housing assistance funds and allows the THAP Deed of Trust to be subordinate to
the Deed of Trust of the other housing assistance program if require d by that program and if approved
by town staff. It is important to note that this revision would add some risk to the Town’s investment, as
the Town’s financial interest will be subordinate to the lender’s and the additional program’s. However,
staff believes that the benefits of combining program funding outweigh the risks.
Additionally, the proposed revision would replace the sentence “THAP cannot be combined with other
deed restrictions that restrict ownership and/or occupancy based on a local employment or income
requirement,” to “THAP cannot be combined with any housing assistance funding that requires equivalent
deed restrictions (e.g. 55-year term or renewal upon sale) that restrict ownership and/or occupancy based
on a local employment or income requirement.”
Staff met with Tom Murphy, Martis Fund Board President, and Amy Kelley, Program Coordinator, to
discuss this proposed change and the consideration of subordinating THAP to the Martis Fund. If this
change is approved by Council, staff recommend that the Town and Martis Fund agree as follows: In the
event that a buyer utilizing both program enters into default, if the Martis Fund receives full or partial
repayment and the Town does not receive repayment due to its subordinate position, the Martis Fund
would reinvest the repaid funds into housing assistance programs. This condition will be brought to the
Martis Fund Board for approval. If Council directs staff to make the recommended changes to the
Program Guidelines and the Martis Fund Board agrees to this condition, staff will work with the Martis
fund to memorialize this commitment prior to approving any THAP Property Applications that propose to
use Martis Fund Homebuyer Assistance.
Permitting participants to combine THAP and Martis Fund funding increases the range of workforce
members who can realistically purchase a home in Truckee. Additionally, Martis Fund caps the participant
area median income (AMI) at 180% of Placer County’s AMI, $183,960 for a family of four, so the AMI
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range for participants who qualify to combine the funding would be capped well below THAP’s maximum,
making homeownership more feasible for more of our workforce.
CONCLUSION AND NEXT STEPS
Staff recommends that Council review and approve the attached updates to the THAP Program
Guidelines.
Priority:
Enhanced Communication x Climate and Greenhouse Gas Reduction x Housing
Infrastructure Investment Emergency and Wildfire Preparedness Core Service
Fiscal Impact: Slightly increases the risk that the Town would not receive repayment in the event of a
default as the Town’s financial interest will be subordinate to the lender’s and the additional program’s.
The exact financial risk is not calculable at this time.
Public Communication: Agenda posting.
Attachments:
Attachment 1: March 8, 2022 Staff Report available at:
https://portal.laserfiche.com/Portal/DocView.aspx?id=59564221&repo=r-6a91ddbc
Attachment 2: September 13, 2022 Staff Report available at:
https://portal.laserfiche.com/Portal/DocView.aspx?id=59590999&repo=r-6a91ddbc
Attachment 3: December 13, 2022 Staff Report available at:
https://portal.laserfiche.com/Portal/DocView.aspx?id=59635018&repo=r-6a91ddbc
Attachment 4: Updated Program Guidelines (clean copy)
Attachment 5: Program Guidelines with Track Changes
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TOWN OF TRUCKEE
Program Guidelines
Town of Truckee Home Access Program (THAP)
APPROVED BY: Truckee Town Council January 24, 2023
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Town of Truckee THAP Guidelines
Table of Contents
SECTION 1 – GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
1.1 Background
1.2 Non-discrimination Policy
1.3 Program Outreach and Marketing
SECTION 2 – PROGRAM DEFINITIONS
SECTION 3 – PROGRAM SUMMARY
3.1 Purchase/Sales/Rent Rates
Buyers and Sellers
Local Businesses and Developers
3.2 Funding/Payment for Deed Restrictions
Buyers and Sellers
Local Businesses and Developers
3.3 Eligible Use of Funds and Distribution
3.4 Partnering with Realtors and Lenders
SECTION 4 – ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: BUYERS AND RENTERS
4.1 Local Employment
4.2 Household Income and Size
4.3 Asset Limits
4.4 Mortgage Readiness
4.5 Tenant Eligibility
SECTION 5 – APPLYING TO THAP: BUYERS AND SELLERS
5.1 Buyers
Step 1 Program Education Workshop
Step 2 THAP Buyer Application and Supporting Documents
Step 3 Property Application
5.2 Sellers
Step 1 THAP Seller Application and Supporting Documents
Step 2 Property Application
5.3 Local Businesses and Developers
5.4 Renters/Tenants
SECTION 6 – PURCHASE PROCESS: BUYERS AND SELLERS
6.1 Realtor Representation
6.2 Title Requirements
6.3 Purchase/Sales Contract
6.4 Fair Market Value Appraisal
Buyers
Sellers
6.5 Submission of First Loan Package
Buyers
SECTION 7 – PROGROM PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS FOR OWNERS AND
RENTERS/TENANTS
7.1 Occupancy
7.2 Renting
7.3 Title Transfer Restrictions
7.4 Refinancing
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Approval
Refinance Fee
Home Equity Line of Credit, Home Equity Loans, and Reverse Mortgages
Cash Out Refinance Policy
7.5 Annual Monitoring – Owners and Renters
7.6 Owners – Selling a THAP Unit
Notice of Intent to Sell
Approval
Escrow
Resale Fee
SECTION 8 – UNDERWRITING GUIDELINES: BUYERS AND RENTERS
8.1 Local Worker/Employee Status
8.2 Income Limits
8.3 Asset Limits
Determining Assets
Withdrawal of Retirement Accounts
8.4 Household Size Determination
8.5 Mortgage Readiness
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SECTION 1 - GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
1.1 Background
The Town of Truckee Home Access Program (THAP) preserves, produces, and protects homes
to create places for people who work full-time in the Truckee region to live locally. THAP pays
buyers, sellers, businesses, and Developers to reserve homes for income qualified local
workers using a fifty-five-year deed restriction.
Buyers can apply for funding up to $150,000 for a maximum $937,500 home purchase
price.
Sellers can sell at a reduced price and apply for funding to make up the difference
between the reduced price and the appraised value.
Local Businesses can apply for funding to rent or sell homes to local workers, including
their own.
Developers can apply for funding to build homes for sale or rent to local workers.
THAP buyers and renters must work locally, not exceed household income limits, and live in the
homes as their primary residence.
The information provided in this document describes guidelines for buyer s, sellers, businesses,
and Developers to apply for and participate in THAP.
The Town, at its discretion, may update funding amounts, maximum household income
guidelines, initial purchase prices, and rent rates from time to time. The Town will review and
update these guidelines from time to time to reflect changes in the market and better meet the
community’s needs.
The Town of Truckee will contract with an independent organization to administer the day-to-day
operation of the Program.
1.2 Non-discrimination Policy
The Program will be implemented consistent with the Town’s commitment to non -discrimination.
No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefit of, or be subject to
discrimination under any program or activity on the basis of his or her religion or religious
affiliation, age, race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status
(children), physical or mental disability, nation origin, ancestry, or any other arbitrary cause.
1.3 Program Outreaching and Marketing
The THAP Administrator will coordinate with the Town, local Realtor groups, lenders, and
housing groups to share and implement a marketing plan to provide broad awareness and
equitable access to THAP. Program information will also be shared on the Town’s THAP
website and the Town’s social media channels and made available at request in hard copy at
Town Hall and the local library. All marketing and educational materials and applications will
include the Fair Housing logo and marketing materials will be translated and available in
Spanish. The Town will issue a press release. The THAP Administrator and the Town will
periodically re-market the program.
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SECTION 2 - PROGRAM DEFINITIONS
A. Applicant - Buyer(s)/Renter/Tenants(s): The primary individual(s) applying for the Program
and all persons 18 years and older who will reside in the unit.
B. Area Median Income (AMI): The median income for Nevada County as defined by the
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and adj usted for
household size are published annually. The amounts are further adjusted and calculated by
the Town and are available on the Town’s THAP website.
C. Buyers: Households purchasing a single-family THAP unit (includes condominiums,
townhomes, duplexes, and single-family residences) home as their primary residence.
D. Funding Amount: The payment buyers, sellers, Local Businesses, and Developers receive
from the Town in exchange for a 55year Deed Restriction to reserve homes for people who
work in the Truckee Region and earn below the program’s maximum household income.
E. Deed Restrictions: The binding agreement signed by each Owner of a THAP unit. The Deed
Restriction places permanent restrictions on the THAP unit, or 55year term based on agreed
uses, including owner occupancy and income.
F. Developer: A person or business entity that buys land and builds new single family or
multifamily housing units for sale or lease.
G. Fair Market Value: The value of a unit based upon the determination of an authorized
appraisal report acceptable to the Town.
H. Local Business: A corporation, LLC, sole proprietorship, governmental entity, mutual benefit
corporation or non-profit business that has a minimum of three (3) employees working at a
physical office location, within the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District boundary.
I. Local Worker/Employee: A household must have at least one member who is currently
employed 30 or more hours per week, meets full-time employment equivalency with
employer verification, or has a written offer for full-time employment at an employment site
within the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District geographical boundary. In the case of a
written offer, the THAP Administrator will verify employment following the employment start
date.
J. Program Administrator: The Town of Truckee will contract with an independent organization
to administer the day-to-day operation of the Program.
K. Program Application: The THAP Program application with required supporting documents
submitted by Applicants to determine program eligibility.
L. Owners: Households who purchase a single-family THAP unit (includes condominiums,
townhomes, duplexes, and single-family residences) home as their primary residence.
M. Sellers: Households selling a single-family THAP unit (includes condominiums, townhomes,
duplexes, and single-family residences) home as their primary residence.
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N. Term: 55 years
O. Unit: Housing unit that is priced to be affordable to households making no more than 245%
AMI for existing units and 180% AMI for new homes.
SECTION 3 – PROGRAM SUMMARY
3.1 Purchase/Sales/Rent Rates
Buyers and Sellers
In 2022 and 2023, Buyers’ initial purchase price cannot exceed $937,500 and Sellers’ sales
price cannot exceed $787,500.
Local Businesses and Developers
Initial purchase prices for Local Businesses and Developers will be determined on a case-by-
case basis. Rent rates are calculated at 30 percent of the area median income (245%-existing
properties/180%-new construction) adjusted for bedroom size.
3.2 Funding/Payment for Deed Restrictions
The THAP Funding Amount for Buyers, Sellers, Local Businesses, and Developers in exchange
for a 55 year Deed Restriction on the property will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and
evaluated based on such factors as location, access to services, home age, etc.
THAP Funding Amount is based on the final purchase price or fair market value, whichever is
less.
Payments will be made upon signing and recording the Deed Restriction.
Buyers and Sellers
The amount paid for each deed restriction will not exceed the lesser of 16% of the value of a
home, as determined by a Fair Market Value Appraisal; or $150,000.
Funding Scenarios – Buyers and Sellers
Buyer Example Seller Example
Initial Purchase Price: $937,500 Appraised Value: $937,500
THAP Payment to Buyer Used as
Down Payment Assistance: $150,000
Sales Price: $787,500
THAP Payment to Seller: $150,000
Buyer's 4% Down: $37,500 Buyer's 20%: $157,500
Buyer's First Mortgage: $750,000 Buyer's First Mortgage: $630,000
Local Businesses and Developers
Local Businesses and Developers can be compensated to sell or rent homes to THAP eligible
households. Funding amounts for Local Businesses to deed restrict housing units to 245% AMI
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or below are to be determined by Town Council based on how a project meets Truckee housing
goals. and are not to exceed 16% of the appraised value.
Funding amounts for Developers to deed restrict housing units to 180% AMI or below are
generally not to exceed 16% of the appraised value. Additional funding amounts will be
considered in exchange for lower income targeting. Income limits and funding amount terms will
be determined by Town Council based on how a project meets Truckee housing goals. Funding
will be allocated with approval by Town Council and distributed at sale.
3.3 Eligible Use of Funds and Distribution
THAP funds may only be used on properties within the Town limits of Truckee and may but are
not required to be used towards a down payment.
Non-arm’s length transactions are prohibited, including without limitation a purchase of a
property owned by an applicant’s spouse, family members, or a business in which the applicant
has any ownership interest, with the exception of a landlord to a tenant. An example of a non-
arm’s length transaction is the purchase of a property owned by the applicant’s family members.
THAP funds are not allowed to be used for the purchase of any properties with known code
violations or open code violation cases.
THAP will consider applications that combine THAP funds with other sources of housing
assistance funds, and the THAP Deed of Trust (but not the Deed Restriction) may be
subordinate to the Deed of the Trust of another housing assistance program if required by that
program and if approved by Town Staff. However, THAP cannot be combined with any housing
assistance funding that requires equivalent deed restrictions (eg 55-year term or renewal upon
sale) that restrict ownership and/or occupancy based on a local employment or income
requirement.
3.4 Partnering with Realtors and Lenders
THAP partners with local Realtors and lenders to invite their clients to apply. THAP will list
partner lenders and local Realtors on the Town’s THAP website. THAP Applicants are not
required to use a partner lender or realtor.
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Table 1: Program Requirement Chart
This chart summarizes funding amounts, applicant, and participant requirements
Individual Home
Buyers
Sellers Local
Businesses
Developers
Funding
Amount
The lesser of
$150,000 or 16%
of appraised
value
The lesser of
$150,000 or 16%
of appraised
value
Up to 16% of
appraised value
Up to 16% of the
appraised value.
Additional funding
will be considered
for lower income
targeting
Maximum Initial
Purchase/Sales
Price
$937,500
purchase price
$787,500 sales
price
Local businesses
can rent homes
for THAP
maximum rent
rate
Developers can
sell their homes
priced for 180%
AMI buyers or
rent homes for
THAP rent rate
Local
Employment
Buyer must meet
local employment
criteria
Buyer must meet
local employment
criteria
occupants must
meet local
employment
criteria
occupants must
meet local
employment
criteria
Occupancy
Home must be
occupant’s
principal
residence 10 out
of 12 months per
year
Home must be
occupant’s
principal
residence 10 out
of 12 months per
year
Home must be
occupant's
principal
residence 10 out
of 12 months per
year
Home must be
occupant’s
principal
residence 10 out
of 12 months per
year
Mortgage/Lease
Readiness
Buyer must
qualify for a first
mortgage and
submit a lender
pre-approval
letter
Buyer must
qualify for a first
mortgage and
submit a lender
pre-approval
letter
As applicable,
Buyer must
qualify for a first
mortgage and
submit a lender
pre-approval
letter/Tenant must
qualify for lease
As applicable,
Buyer must
qualify for a first
mortgage and
submit a lender
pre-approval
letter/Tenant must
qualify for lease
Income Limits
Buyer must meet
245%/180% AMI
requirement
Buyer must meet
245% AMI
requirement
Occupants must
meet 245%/180%
AMI requirement
Occupants must
meet AMI
requirement
(180% AMI or
lower, as
negotiated)
Asset Limits
Buyers' liquid
assets must not
exceed 30% of
sales price of
home
Buyers' liquid
assets must not
exceed 30% of
sales price of
home
N/A
N/A
SECTION 4 – ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: INDIVIDUAL HOME BUYERS
Individual Home Buyers program applicants must meet specific minimum THAP eligibility
requirements:
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At least one household member is employed full-time or will be employed within the Tahoe
Truckee Unified School District boundary before close of escrow or execution of the lease.
Annual gross household income, including the income of all household members 18 years of
age and older, must not exceed 245% AMI for existing homes and 180% for new
construction homes;
Buyer assets do not exceed THAP maximum;
Buyer Applicants must be able to obtain primary mortgage financing
4.1 Local Employment
A household must have at least one member who is currently employed 30 or more hours per
week, meets fulltime employment equivalency with employer verification, or has a written offer
for full-time employment at an employment site within the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District
geographical boundary. A paystub from the qualifying employer will be required prior to close of
escrow to verify employment.
Continuous local employment will not be required by the THAP Program after close of escrow or
execution of the lease.
4.2 Household Income and Size
Applicant(s) must not exceed THAP’s income eligibility limits. Annual income limits adjusted by
household size are based on the California Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD) Area Median Income (AMI) for Nevada County. Current income limits are
available on the Town’s THAP website.
Household income and size is considered at application only.
4.3 Asset Limits
Liquid assets must not exceed 30% of the sales price of the home the Applicant intends to
purchase.
4.4 Mortgage Readiness
THAP homebuyer applicants must qualify for first mortgage financing. Applicants must submit a
lender pre-approval letter with their application with a maximum loan amount. In the case of a
seller carry back, a signed acknowledgement from the seller/buyer indicating potential seller
carry back with terms, if available may be submitted in the place of a pre-approval letter.
Verification of final loan terms will be required prior to final approval for program compensation.
The first mortgage loan must be a 30-year fixed rate, fully documented, conventional loan. The
mortgage payment must be fully amortizing. Prohibited loan types include stated income,
adjustable rate, interest-only, negative amortizing, private loans and loans with balloon
payments.
Applicants may not use a cosigner or guarantor when qualifying for the first mortgage. All loan
signers must be household members who are included on the Application and total household
income of all loan signers shall be included as part of the Applicant’s total income when
determining the Applicant’s income eligibility level.
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A list of lenders who are able to lend on the THAP units is provided on the Town’s THAP
website. Applicants can work with any lender that has reviewed the THAP Program documents
and confirmed in writing that they are able to lend on the THAP , including having the lender’s
interest be subordinate to the THAP deed restriction.
4.5 Tenant Eligibility
THAP unit renters, which includes roommate tenants that occupy the THAP unit alongside
Owners, must be income and credit qualified by the THAP property owner in advance of
completing a THAP Renter Verification Form on the THAP website.
SECTION 5 – APPLYING TO THAP: BUYERS AND SELLERS
Buyers and Sellers participate in similar, but separate application processes for 1) conditional
approval; and 2) final approval. They are both first conditionally approved for the program before
applying to approve their unit for final approval and distribution of funds.
Funds are not reserved with conditional approval. The Town reserves funds for the transaction
on a first come first served basis, based on order of receipt of an executed sales contract and
approval from the Town’s loan committee.
5.1 Buyers
Buyer households apply for THAP approval participate in a three-step application process.
Step 1 Program Education Workshop
Potential applicants are required to attend a mandatory THAP orientation workshop. The
application portal will open shortly after the application workshops begin and interested
applicants will be invited to submit a complete THAP Program application with all required
supporting documents. The THAP orientation workshop will be offered periodically as a live
training and will also be offered as a pre-recorded video.
Step 2 THAP Buyer Application and Supporting Documents
The THAP Buyer application can be found on the Town’s THAP website and applications are
accepted on a rolling basis. Applicants must submit a complete THAP application package with
a lender pre-approval letter with a maximum loan amount and supporting documentation to
verify local worker status and household income and size. Applicants will be notified of their
conditional approval or denial status in writing after application review by the Town’s loan
committee in order that it is received.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants will have up to two opportunities over
10 business days to supply additional missing or clarifying documents. If the application is still
missing information or documentation after two attempts over 10 business days, it will result in
Program disqualification.
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THAP will issue Buyers conditional Program approval letters valid for 9 months that allows them
to submit a Property Application (explained further below) to calculate funding amount.
Conditional Program Approval is not a guarantee or reservation of funds.
An additional 90-day extension to the Conditional Program Approval letter expiration may be
granted by the Town in the event of hardship. The Applicant will be required to demonstrate
hardship and evidence of actively making offers on homes.
Step 3 Property Application
The applicant must submit a Property Application within 3 days of executing a purchase
contract. It is critical for applicants to submit the Property Application in a timely manner
because funding availability and final approval is not guaranteed. If the Property Application is
not submitted within 3 days of executing a purchase contract, it will result in Program
disqualification.
The Property Application requires
Purchase and Sale Agreement
Program Acknowledgement Form
Preliminary Title Report
Loan Officer and Real Estate Contacts
An affidavit certifying that there are no known code violations on the property.
The Town will confirm in writing that the property is eligible for THAP participation and the THAP
Administrator will coordinate with Applicant and their realtor, loan officer and title company to
collect required documentation.
5.2 Sellers
The Town encourages Sellers to contact the THAP Administrator to either market their home to
existing conditionally approved buyers or work with the Seller’s potential buyers to seek THAP
approval.
THAP Seller application forms can be found on the Town’s THAP website, and applications are
accepted on a rolling basis. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Step 1 THAP Seller Application and Supporting Documents
THAP Seller Applicants must submit a complete THAP application package with supporting
documents including a property tax bill, current bank statements and personal identification and
a Fair Market Value appraisal. The THAP Administrator will review the Seller’s Application
package for conditional approval or denial status.
THAP will issue conditionally approved Sellers letters valid for 9 months that allow them to
submit a Property Application (explained further below) and apply for funding.
Conditional Approval is not a guarantee or reservation of funds. The Town reserves funds for
the transaction on a first come first served basis, based on order of receipt of an executed
contract and approval from the loan committee.
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Step 2 Property Application
The Seller applicant must submit a Property Application within 3 days of executing a purchase
contract. It is critical for applicants to submit the Property Application in a timely manner
because funding availability and final approval is not guaranteed. If the Property Application is
not submitted within 3 days of executing a purchase contract, it will result in Program
disqualification.
The Seller’s Property Application requires:
Notice of Intent to Proceed (Form will be provided to applicants upon conditional Program
approval)
Program Acknowledgement Form
Funding Request Date
Acknowledgment that all fees associated with the origination of the THAP program will be
paid by the Seller
An affidavit certifying that there are no known code violations on the property.
The Town will confirm in writing that the property is eligible for THAP participation.
5.3 Local Businesses and Developers
THAP Program proposals from Local Businesses or builders and Developers must be approved
by Town Council on a case-by-case basis. The THAP Administrator will consult with each
applicant on the application and deed restriction process.
The application process is as follows:
1. Complete Local Business & Developer Interest Form, along with a proposal for how THAP
funds can be used. The Developer Interest Form is available on the Town’s THAP website.
2. THAP proposals will be reviewed by the THAP Administrator to ensure the proposal meets
the qualifications and goals of the THAP.
3. The Town and THAP Administrator will meet with applicant to finalize the THAP proposal.
4. Proposals that meet the qualifications and goals of the THAP Program will be presented to
Town Council with the applicant in attendance.
5.4 Renters/Tenants
The THAP program does not rent or lease THAP units directly to tenants or credit check tenants
on behalf of landlords. The THAP Administrator is not a landlord or property manager.
The THAP Administrator coordinates with THAP property owners who are interested in renting a
THAP property to confirm the owner’s selected tenants, which includes roommate tenants that
occupy the THAP unit alongside Owners, qualify for the program before the lease agreement is
signed. Owners are responsible for ensuring their tenants meet their lease criteria (e.g., credit
score, eviction history, pets, number of people in household, etc.) before the THAP
Administrator verifies program eligibility.
The THAP Renter Verification Form can be found on the THAP website.
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SECTION 6 – PURCHASE PROCESS: BUYERS AND SELLERS
The THAP Administrator will shepherd Buyers, Sellers, Realtors, lenders, and title companies
through the THAP purchase process – including coordinating document reviews and execution.
The THAP Administrator will conduct a formal pre-funding phone appointment with Buyers and
Sellers to answer questions about the funding process, Program requirements, and execution of
legal documents.
6.1 Realtor Representation
Buyer Applicants must identify a Realtor to represent them in the homebuying process. A list of
local Realtors familiar with the Program is provided on the Town’s THAP website. Applicants
may work with a Realtor not listed.
6.2 Title Requirements
All adult household members must appear as an owner or co-owner on the unit title at the time
of purchase with the following exceptions:
1) Legal dependents of titleholders as claimed on the most recent federal income tax returns.
Spouses or domestic partners are not considered dependents.
2) Household members younger than age 24 who are the child of a titleholder who will reside in
the housing unit as their primary residence, regardless of being named as a dependent on
the federal tax form of a titleholder.
3) All adult household members are not required to be added to the loan.
6.3 Purchase/Sales Contract
Applicant’s realtor must submit a complete offer package with a residential purchase contract on
behalf of the applicant to the listing agent via email by 5pm on the offer due date. Close of
escrow cannot be sooner than 30 days and, in most cases, escrow will need to be at least 30
but as long as 45 days.
The Applicant has three (3) calendar days from the date of an executed purchase contract to
submit the fully executed contract to the THAP Administrator. The purchase contract must
include at least a 30-day close of escrow period. The Applicant or their agent will send a copy of
the fully executed purchase contract to the Program Administrator. The lender and Realtor are
responsible for keeping the Applicant/Buyer informed of key timelines.
6.4 Fair Market Value Appraisal
Buyers
The Buyer’s loan agent shall ensure the ordering of the fair market value appraisal within five (5)
days of seller acceptance of the Buyer’s offer. The THAP Administrator will be provided a copy
and will review to ensure the appraisal is appropriately performed by a qualified appraiser and
that no THAP units are used as comparisons. Buyer Applicants are responsible for all fees
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associated with the appraisal. Final THAP funding will be based on the appraisal. Appraisals
must be dated no later than 90 days from the application request.
Sellers
THAP requires a copy of the buyer’s Fair Market Appraisal. Applicants are responsible for all
fees associated with the appraisal.
6.5 Submission of First Loan Package
Buyers
Fifteen (15) business days prior to close of escrow Buyers will submit to THAP:
First Residential Mortgage Loan Application- Form 1003
Underwriting Transmittal Summary- Form 1008
Loan Estimate
Fair Market Value appraisal dated within 90 days from the date of application
Preliminary Title Report
Confirmation of receipt of general and pest inspections of property dated within 90 days
Confirmation of Buyers’ names and vesting
SECTION 7 – PROGRAM PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS FOR OWNERS AND
RENTERS/TENANTS
7.1 Occupancy
All household members must occupy the THAP home as their principal residence a minimum of
10 out of 12 months out of a calendar year. Under specific conditions specified in section 7.2 the
Town may grant approval for a homeowner to rent their unit to a program eligible tenant.
7.2 Renting
The Town and THAP Administrator will permit THAP owners to rent their homes under certain
conditions. Proposed leases and tenants/ sub-tenants, including roommate tenants, shall meet
the following criteria:
At least one household member is employed full-time or will be employed within the
Tahoe Truckee Unified School District. Household member may show proof of current
eligible employment or a written offer for full-time employment. In the case of a written
offer, the THAP Administrator will verify employment following the employment start date.
Annual gross household income, including the income of all household members 18
years of age and older, must not exceed the maximum AMI level of the property’s deed
restriction (245%-existing properties/180%-new construction).
Monthly rent charged must not exceed 30 percent of the maximum annual area median
income level of the THAP property’s deed restriction (245%-existing properties/180%-
new construction) divided by 12 months adjusted for bedroom size.
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The initial lease period must be a minimum of 12 months and can be month -to-month
thereafter with the same tenant. All leases must be in writing.
THAP Owners will be charged an annual leasing fee, as specified in the Town’s adopted fee
schedule, to be paid to the Town of Truckee upon lease execution to cover a portion of the
administrative costs associated with monitoring the rental of the THAP home.
Any proposed lease and each tenant or sub-tenant must be approved in advance by the Town
and THAP Administrator. Short-term renting or renting a THAP unit as a bed and breakfast Inn
is not allowed under any circumstances.
7.3 Title Transfer Restrictions
Title transfers are permitted under limited circumstances – see Deed Restriction for more
information.
7.4 Refinancing
Approval
Owners are permitted to refinance up to 75% of the property’s current fair market value. If an
Owner chooses to refinance their first mortgage, they must contact the THAP Administrator for
approval. Refinance requests are considered for a lower interest rate and/or better loan term, or
to a restricted amount of cash-out.
Local Businesses and Developers should contact the Town at housing@townoftruckee.com for
a consultation on requests to refinance.
Refinance Fee
Owners will be charged a refinance fee, as specified in the Town’s adopted fee schedule, to be
paid to the Town of Truckee upon closing in order to cover a portion of the costs associated with
eligibility screening and preparation of subordination documents. This refinance fee can be
financed and paid at closing. A copy of the check shall be sent to the THAP Administrator with
the final closing documents. The check will be issued and sent directly to:
Town Of Truckee
Attn: Finance Department
10183 Truckee Airport Road
Truckee, CA 96161
Home Equity Line of Credit, Home Equity Loans, and Reverse Mortgages
Home equity lines of credit (HELOC), home equity loans, or reverse mortgages are not
permitted. Owners who use such programs are in violation of their Deed Restrictions and will not
be allowed to refinance their loan.
Cash Out Refinance Policy
The Town has approved a limited Cash Out Refinance Policy allowing homeowners to
consolidate debt or receive cash at closing. This policy is subject to termination at any time. The
new first loan amount will be restricted to an amount not to exceed 75% of the current Fair
Market Value.
In order to qualify for a cash out loan, Owner must meet the following requirements:
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a. Current on HOA dues (if applicable)
b. Current and in compliance with most recent annual monitoring of THAP program
requirements
c. Not in default on first mortgage and has no recorded Notice of Default (NOD) in
the past 12 months
d. Not otherwise in default under the Program requirements
7.5 Annual Monitoring – Owners and Renters
The Town will coordinate with Owners and Renters once a year to ensure Program Guidelines
are adhered to. For Owner-occupied properties, the Town will verify occupancy. For tenant-
occupied properties, the Town will verify rent rates and tenant/ sub-tenant eligibility.
The Town will work with the Owner on a remedy i f participants are found to be in default.
7.6 Owners – Selling a THAP Unit
THAP Owners may only sell their Unit to a THAP-qualified buyer. Subsequent buyers of the
THAP unit will be subject to current program qualification requirements.
The following table describes the major steps and approximate processing times THAP Owners
can expect for most sales. All processing times listed are estimates and no specific timeline is
guaranteed.
Resale Processing Timeline
Steps Time Estimate
Notice of Intent to Sell Packet Submittal 5 days
Visual Inspection and Preparation of Unit for Sale 10 days
Marketing TBD, depending on market conditions
Application Review - Issuance of Conditional Approval 10 days
Sales Contract Ratification (30-day closing) 5 days
First Loan Approval - Lender Package Submittal 15 days
Final Review - Issuance of Final Approval & Program Documents 10 days
Closing 3 days
Total Calendar Days ~ 70 days
A. Notice of Intent to Sell
Once an Owner has decided to sell their Unit, the owner must contact the THAP Administrator
and submit a Notice of Intent to Sell. The THAP Administrator will provide the Owner with a
formal response and consult with the Owner on how to proceed. The Owner may furnish their
own program-eligible buyer or may request that the THAP Administrator share the listing with all
pre-approved THAP Applicants.
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B. Approval
The THAP Administrator will coordinate with the Buyer to complete a THAP Program Application
with updated supporting documents to determine Program eligibility. Upon approval , the THAP
Administrator will issue an approval letter to the Buyer and Seller.
C. Escrow
The THAP Administrator will coordinate with the Buyer, Realtor, lender, and title company to
complete all escrow steps outlined in Section 6.
D. Resale Fee
Upon sale or transfer of any THAP unit, regardless of the cause of sale, The Seller will be
responsible to pay a resale fee as specified in the Town’s adopted fee schedule, payable to the
Town of Truckee.
Local Businesses and Developers should contact the Town at housing@townoftruckee.org for
consult on re-sale requests.
SECTION 8 – UNDERWRITING GUIDELINES: BUYERS AND RENTERS
8.1 Local Worker/Employee Status
A household must have at least one member who is currently employed 30 or more hours per
week, meets fulltime employment equivalency with employer verification, or has a written offer
for full-time employment at an employment site within the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District
geographical boundary. In the case of a written offer, the THAP Administrator will verify
employment following the employment start date.
8.2 Income Limits
Annual gross household income, including the income of all household members 18 years of
age and older, must not exceed 245% AMI for existing homes, 180% AMI for new construction
homes, or less than 180% AMI as negotiated with the Developer.
8.3 Asset Limits
For Buyer Applicants, Applicant(s) liquid assets must not exceed 30% of the sales price of the
home the Applicant intends to purchase.
Determining Assets
Liquid Assets Inclusions: When calculating an Applicant’s assets, all liquid assets are to be
considered, including, but not limited to, the following: savings accounts, checking accounts,
certificates of deposit, the total balance of any joint accounts, money market or mutual fund
accounts, accounts held in trust for the Applicant (amount accessible), stocks or bonds, equity in
real estate currently owned (current market value less the original price of the home, with
current market value determined by broker price option or comparative market analysis), one-
time lump sum gifts, cash on hand, amount used or borrowed (from a life insurance policy, IRA
or retirement accounts) and other investments held by any household member of the Applicant’s
household age 18 or older.
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Liquid Assets Exclusions: The cash surrender value of life insurance policy, the value of an IRA
account, the value of retirement accounts (including but not limited to 401 (k) and 403(b)
accounts), the value of annuities not being withdrawn, and the value of a special needs trust or
the value of a 529 college savings plan may be excluded from an applicant’s liquid assets.
Withdrawal of Retirement Accounts
Withdrawal of retirement account dollars towards down payment and closing costs is allowed.
However, it is recommended that the Applicant consider all of his/her/the ir options before using
retirement accounts and consult with a tax advisor to fully understand the potential tax
consequences of such withdrawal in addition to the applicable early withdrawal penalty, if any.
Any funds withdrawn from retirement accounts shall be counted towards the liquid assets
inclusions.
8.4 Household Size Determination
The size of the household is determined by counting together every person who intends to live
in the unit, regardless of age or dependency status. All spouses or registered domestic partners
must be included in the household and must appear on the application.
In order to count household members who are under 18 years of age in the composition of the
household, they must be the legal dependent of an adult household member or an adult
household member must have at least partial (50%) custody of the child/children, except in the
case of emancipated minors, as claimed on the most recent federal income tax return.
Divorced or separated Applicants who have joint custody of their children should include the
children in their household count if they have at least 50% custody of the children. Applicants
who do not have custody should not include the children in their household count.
Temporarily absent household members who plan to live in the unit upon return must appear on
the application for the unit and provide all supporting documents. Such household members
include but are not limited to household members serving temporarily in the armed forces, those
who are temporarily institutionalized, or those who are enrolled full-time at a college or
university.
All members of the Applicant’s household that are 18 years or older must submit supporting
documents. Applicants must ensure the completeness and accuracy of their applica tion before
submission. Applications with known false, misleading or inaccurate information will be
disqualified from consideration. Changes to applicant household members after submission are
not allowed.
8.5 Mortgage Readiness
An Applicant’s Lender Pre-Approval letter must meet the requirements set forth in Section 4.4.
Applicants may not use a cosigner or guarantor when qualifying for the first mortgage. All loan
signers must be household members who are included on the Application and the total
household income of all loan signers shall be included as part of the Applicant’s total income
when determining the Applicant’s program income eligibility level.
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TOWN OF TRUCKEE
Program Guidelines
Town of Truckee Home Access Program (THAP)
APPROVED BY: Truckee Town Council December 13, 2022January 24, 2023
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Town of Truckee THAP Guidelines
Table of Contents
SECTION 1 – GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
1.1 Background
1.2 Non-discrimination Policy
1.3 Program Outreach and Marketing
SECTION 2 – PROGRAM DEFINITIONS
SECTION 3 – PROGRAM SUMMARY
3.1 Purchase/Sales/Rent Rates
Buyers and Sellers
Local Businesses and Developers
3.2 Funding/Payment for Deed Restrictions
Buyers and Sellers
Local Businesses and Developers
3.3 Eligible Use of Funds and Distribution
3.4 Partnering with Realtors and Lenders
SECTION 4 – ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: BUYERS AND RENTERS
4.1 Local Employment
4.2 Household Income and Size
4.3 Asset Limits
4.4 Mortgage Readiness
4.5 Tenant Eligibility
SECTION 5 – APPLYING TO THAP: BUYERS AND SELLERS
5.1 Buyers
Step 1 Program Education Workshop
Step 2 THAP Buyer Application and Supporting Documents
Step 3 Property Application
5.2 Sellers
Step 1 THAP Seller Application and Supporting Documents
Step 2 Property Application
5.3 Local Businesses and Developers
5.4 Renters/Tenants
SECTION 6 – PURCHASE PROCESS: BUYERS AND SELLERS
6.1 Realtor Representation
6.2 Title Requirements
6.3 Purchase/Sales Contract
6.4 Fair Market Value Appraisal
Buyers
Sellers
6.5 Submission of First Loan Package
Buyers
SECTION 7 – PROGROM PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS FOR OWNERS AND
RENTERS/TENANTS
7.1 Occupancy
7.2 Renting
7.3 Title Transfer Restrictions
7.4 Refinancing
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Approval
Refinance Fee
Home Equity Line of Credit, Home Equity Loans, and Reverse Mortgages
Cash Out Refinance Policy
7.5 Annual Monitoring – Owners and Renters
7.6 Owners – Selling a THAP Unit
Notice of Intent to Sell
Approval
Escrow
Resale Fee
SECTION 8 – UNDERWRITING GUIDELINES: BUYERS AND RENTERS
8.1 Local Worker/Employee Status
8.2 Income Limits
8.3 Asset Limits
Determining Assets
Withdrawal of Retirement Accounts
8.4 Household Size Determination
8.5 Mortgage Readiness
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SECTION 1 - GENERAL PROGRAM INFORMATION
1.1 Background
The Town of Truckee Home Access Program (THAP) preserves, produces, and protects homes
to create places for people who work full-time in the Truckee region to live locally. THAP pays
buyers, sellers, businesses, and Developers to reserve homes for income qualified local
workers using a fifty-five-year deed restriction.
Buyers can apply for funding up to $150,000 for a maximum $937,500 home purchase
price.
Sellers can sell at a reduced price and apply for funding to make up the difference
between the reduced price and the appraised value.
Local Businesses can apply for funding to rent or sell homes to local workers, including
their own.
Developers can apply for funding to build homes for sale or rent to local workers.
THAP buyers and renters must work locally, not exceed household income limits, and live in the
homes as their primary residence.
The information provided in this document describes guidelines for buyers, sellers, businesses,
and Developers to apply for and participate in THAP.
The Town, at its discretion, may update funding amounts, maximum household income
guidelines, initial purchase prices, and rent rates from time to time. The Town will review and
update these guidelines from time to time to reflect changes in the market and better meet the
community’s needs.
The Town of Truckee will contract with an independent organization to administer the day-to-day
operation of the Program.
1.2 Non-discrimination Policy
The Program will be implemented consistent with the Town’s commitment to non-discrimination.
No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefit of, or be subject to
discrimination under any program or activity on the basis of his or her religion or religious
affiliation, age, race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status
(children), physical or mental disability, nation origin, ancestry, or any other arbitrary cause.
1.3 Program Outreaching and Marketing
The THAP Administrator will coordinate with the Town, local Realtor groups, lenders, and
housing groups to share and implement a marketing plan to provide broad awareness and
equitable access to THAP. Program information will also be shared on the Town’s THAP
website and the Town’s social media channels and made available at request in hard copy at
Town Hall and the local library. All marketing and educational materials and applications will
include the Fair Housing logo and marketing materials will be translated and available in
Spanish. The Town will issue a press release. The THAP Administrator and the Town will
periodically re-market the program.
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SECTION 2 - PROGRAM DEFINITIONS
A. Applicant - Buyer(s)/Renter/Tenants(s): The primary individual(s) applying for the Program
and all persons 18 years and older who will reside in the unit.
B. Area Median Income (AMI): The median income for Nevada County as defined by the
California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and adjusted for
household size are published annually. The amounts are further adjusted and calculated by
the Town and are available on the Town’s THAP website.
C. Buyers: Households purchasing a single-family THAP unit (includes condominiums,
townhomes, duplexes, and single-family residences) home as their primary residence.
D. Funding Amount: The payment buyers, sellers, Local Businesses, and Developers receive
from the Town in exchange for a 55year Deed Restriction to reserve homes for people who
work in the Truckee Region and earn below the program’s maximum household income.
E. Deed Restrictions: The binding agreement signed by each Owner of a THAP unit. The Deed
Restriction places permanent restrictions on the THAP unit, or 55year term based on agreed
uses, including owner occupancy and income.
F. Developer: A person or business entity that buys land and builds new single family or
multifamily housing units for sale or lease.
G. Fair Market Value: The value of a unit based upon the determination of an authorized
appraisal report acceptable to the Town.
H. Local Business: A corporation, LLC, sole proprietorship, governmental entity, mutual benefit
corporation or non-profit business that has a minimum of three (3) employees working at a
physical office location, within the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District boundary.
I. Local Worker/Employee: A household must have at least one member who is currently
employed 30 or more hours per week, meets full-time employment equivalency with
employer verification, or has a written offer for full-time employment at an employment site
within the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District geographical boundary. In the case of a
written offer, the THAP Administrator will verify employment following the employment start
date.
J. Program Administrator: The Town of Truckee will contract with an independent organization
to administer the day-to-day operation of the Program.
K. Program Application: The THAP Program application with required supporting documents
submitted by Applicants to determine program eligibility.
L. Owners: Households who purchase a single-family THAP unit (includes condominiums,
townhomes, duplexes, and single-family residences) home as their primary residence.
M. Sellers: Households selling a single-family THAP unit (includes condominiums, townhomes,
duplexes, and single-family residences) home as their primary residence.
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N. Term: 55 years
O. Unit: Housing unit that is priced to be affordable to households making no more than 245%
AMI for existing units and 180% AMI for new homes.
SECTION 3 – PROGRAM SUMMARY
3.1 Purchase/Sales/Rent Rates
Buyers and Sellers
In 2022 and 2023, Buyers’ initial purchase price cannot exceed $937,500 and Sellers’ sales
price cannot exceed $787,500.
Local Businesses and Developers
Initial purchase prices for Local Businesses and Developers will be determined on a case-by-
case basis. Rent rates are calculated at 30 percent of the area median income (245%-existing
properties/180%-new construction) adjusted for bedroom size.
3.2 Funding/Payment for Deed Restrictions
The THAP Funding Amount for Buyers, Sellers, Local Businesses, and Developers in exchange
for a 55 year Deed Restriction on the property will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and
evaluated based on such factors as location, access to services, home age, etc. The funding
amount will generally be taxable, and the Town will file a 1099 with the IRS and will provide a
copy of such filing to the payee, in accordance with Internal Revenue Code.
THAP Funding Amount is based on the final purchase price or fair market value, whichever is
less.
Payments will be made upon signing and recording the Deed Restriction.
Buyers and Sellers
The amount paid for each deed restriction will not exceed the lesser of 16% of the value of a
home, as determined by a Fair Market Value Appraisal; or $150,000.
Funding Scenarios – Buyers and Sellers
Buyer Example Seller Example
Initial Purchase Price: $937,500 Appraised Value: $937,500
THAP Payment to Buyer Used as
Down Payment Assistance: $150,000
Sales Price: $787,500
THAP Payment to Seller: $150,000
Buyer's 4% Down: $37,500 Buyer's 20%: $157,500
Buyer's First Mortgage: $750,000 Buyer's First Mortgage: $630,000
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Local Businesses and Developers
Local Businesses and Developers can be compensated to sell or rent homes to THAP eligible
households. Funding amounts for Local Businesses to deed restrict housing units to 245% AMI
or below are to be determined by Town Council based on how a project meets Truckee housing
goals. and are not to exceed 16% of the appraised value.
Funding amounts for Developers to deed restrict housing units to 180% AMI or below are
generally not to exceed 16% of the appraised value. Additional funding amounts will be
considered in exchange for lower income targeting. Income limits and funding amount terms will
be determined by Town Council based on how a project meets Truckee housing goals. Funding
will be allocated with approval by Town Council and distributed at sale.
3.3 Eligible Use of Funds and Distribution
THAP funds may only be used on properties within the Town limits of Truckee and may but are
not required to be used towards a down payment.
Non-arm’s length transactions are prohibited, including without limitation a purchase of a
property owned by an applicant’s spouse, family members, or a business in which the applicant
has any ownership interest, with the exception of a landlord to a tenant. An example of a non-
arm’s length transaction is the purchase of a property owned by the applicant’s family members.
THAP funds are not allowed to be used for the purchase of any properties with known code
violations or open code violation cases.
THAP will consider applications that combine THAP funds with other sources of housing
assistance funds, and the THAP Deed of Trust (but not the Deed Restriction) may be
subordinate to the Deed of the Trust of another housing assistance program if required by that
program and if approved by Town Staff. but However, THAP cannot be combined with any
housing assistance funding that requires equivalent deed restrictions (eg 55-year term or
renewal upon sale) that restrict ownership and/or occupancy based on a local employment or
income requirement.
3.4 Partnering with Realtors and Lenders
THAP partners with local Realtors and lenders to invite their clients to apply. THAP will list
partner lenders and local Realtors on the Town’s THAP website. THAP Applicants are not
required to use a partner lender or realtor.
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Table 1: Program Requirement Chart
This chart summarizes funding amounts, applicant, and participant requirements
Individual Home
Buyers
Sellers Local
Businesses
Developers
Funding
Amount
The lesser of
$150,000 or 16%
of appraised
value
The lesser of
$150,000 or 16%
of appraised
value
Up to 16% of
appraised value
Up to 16% of the
appraised value.
Additional funding
will be considered
for lower income
targeting
Maximum Initial
Purchase/Sales
Price
$937,500
purchase price
$787,500 sales
price
Local businesses
can rent homes
for THAP
maximum rent
rate
Developers can
sell their homes
priced for 180%
AMI buyers or
rent homes for
THAP rent rate
Local
Employment
Buyer must meet
local employment
criteria
Buyer must meet
local employment
criteria
occupants must
meet local
employment
criteria
occupants must
meet local
employment
criteria
Occupancy
Home must be
occupant’s
principal
residence 10 out
of 12 months per
year
Home must be
occupant’s
principal
residence 10 out
of 12 months per
year
Home must be
occupant's
principal
residence 10 out
of 12 months per
year
Home must be
occupant’s
principal
residence 10 out
of 12 months per
year
Mortgage/Lease
Readiness
Buyer must
qualify for a first
mortgage and
submit a lender
pre-approval
letter
Buyer must
qualify for a first
mortgage and
submit a lender
pre-approval
letter
As applicable,
Buyer must
qualify for a first
mortgage and
submit a lender
pre-approval
letter/Tenant must
qualify for lease
As applicable,
Buyer must
qualify for a first
mortgage and
submit a lender
pre-approval
letter/Tenant must
qualify for lease
Income Limits
Buyer must meet
245%/180% AMI
requirement
Buyer must meet
245% AMI
requirement
Occupants must
meet 245%/180%
AMI requirement
Occupants must
meet AMI
requirement
(180% AMI or
lower, as
negotiated)
Asset Limits
Buyers' liquid
assets must not
exceed 30% of
sales price of
home
Buyers' liquid
assets must not
exceed 30% of
sales price of
home
N/A
N/A
SECTION 4 – ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: INDIVIDUAL HOME BUYERS
Individual Home Buyers program applicants must meet specific minimum THAP eligibility
requirements:
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At least one household member is employed full-time or will be employed within the Tahoe
Truckee Unified School District boundary before close of escrow or execution of the lease.
Annual gross household income, including the income of all household members 18 years of
age and older, must not exceed 245% AMI for existing homes and 180% for new
construction homes;
Buyer assets do not exceed THAP maximum;
Buyer Applicants must be able to obtain primary mortgage financing
4.1 Local Employment
A household must have at least one member who is currently employed 30 or more hours per
week, meets fulltime employment equivalency with employer verification, or has a written offer
for full-time employment at an employment site within the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District
geographical boundary. A paystub from the qualifying employer will be required prior to close of
escrow to verify employment.
Continuous local employment will not be required by the THAP Program after close of escrow or
execution of the lease.
4.2 Household Income and Size
Applicant(s) must not exceed THAP’s income eligibility limits. Annual income limits adjusted by
household size are based on the California Department of Housing and Community
Development (HCD) Area Median Income (AMI) for Nevada County. Current income limits are
available on the Town’s THAP website.
Household income and size is considered at application only.
4.3 Asset Limits
Liquid assets must not exceed 30% of the sales price of the home the Applicant intends to
purchase.
4.4 Mortgage Readiness
THAP homebuyer applicants must qualify for first mortgage financing. Applicants must submit a
lender pre-approval letter with their application with a maximum loan amount. In the case of a
seller carry back, a signed acknowledgement from the seller/buyer indicating potential seller
carry back with terms, if available may be submitted in the place of a pre-approval letter.
Verification of final loan terms will be required prior to final approval for program compensation.
The first mortgage loan must be a 30-year fixed rate, fully documented, conventional loan. The
mortgage payment must be fully amortizing. Prohibited loan types include stated income,
adjustable rate, interest-only, negative amortizing, private loans and loans with balloon
payments.
Applicants may not use a cosigner or guarantor when qualifying for the first mortgage. All loan
signers must be household members who are included on the Application and total household
income of all loan signers shall be included as part of the Applicant’s total income when
determining the Applicant’s income eligibility level.
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A list of lenders who are able to lend on the THAP units is provided on the Town’s THAP
website. Applicants can work with any lender that has reviewed the THAP Program documents
and confirmed in writing that they are able to lend on the THAP, including having the lender’s
interest be subordinate to the THAP deed restriction.
4.5 Tenant Eligibility
THAP unit renters, which includes roommate tenants that occupy the THAP unit alongside
Owners, must be income and credit qualified by the THAP property owner in advance of
completing a THAP Renter Verification Form on the THAP website.
SECTION 5 – APPLYING TO THAP: BUYERS AND SELLERS
Buyers and Sellers participate in similar, but separate application processes for 1) conditional
approval; and 2) final approval. They are both first conditionally approved for the program before
applying to approve their unit for final approval and distribution of funds.
Funds are not reserved with conditional approval. The Town reserves funds for the transaction
on a first come first served basis, based on order of receipt of an executed sales contract and
approval from the Town’s loan committee.
5.1 Buyers
Buyer households apply for THAP approval participate in a three-step application process.
Step 1 Program Education Workshop
Potential applicants are required to attend a mandatory THAP orientation workshop. The
application portal will open shortly after the application workshops begin and interested
applicants will be invited to submit a complete THAP Program application with all required
supporting documents. The THAP orientation workshop will be offered periodically as a live
training and will also be offered as a pre-recorded video.
Step 2 THAP Buyer Application and Supporting Documents
The THAP Buyer application can be found on the Town’s THAP website and applications are
accepted on a rolling basis. Applicants must submit a complete THAP application package with
a lender pre-approval letter with a maximum loan amount and supporting documentation to
verify local worker status and household income and size. Applicants will be notified of their
conditional approval or denial status in writing after application review by the Town’s loan
committee in order that it is received.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants will have up to two opportunities over
10 business days to supply additional missing or clarifying documents. If the application is still
missing information or documentation after two attempts over 10 business days, it will result in
Program disqualification.
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THAP will issue Buyers conditional Program approval letters valid for 9 months that allows them
to submit a Property Application (explained further below) to calculate funding amount.
Conditional Program Approval is not a guarantee or reservation of funds.
An additional 90-day extension to the Conditional Program Approval letter expiration may be
granted by the Town in the event of hardship. The Applicant will be required to demonstrate
hardship and evidence of actively making offers on homes.
Step 3 Property Application
The applicant must submit a Property Application within 3 days of executing a purchase
contract. It is critical for applicants to submit the Property Application in a timely manner
because funding availability and final approval is not guaranteed. If the Property Application is
not submitted within 3 days of executing a purchase contract, it will result in Program
disqualification.
The Property Application requires
Purchase and Sale Agreement
Program Acknowledgement Form
Preliminary Title Report
Loan Officer and Real Estate Contacts
An affidavit certifying that there are no known code violations on the property.
The Town will confirm in writing that the property is eligible for THAP participation and the THAP
Administrator will coordinate with Applicant and their realtor, loan officer and title company to
collect required documentation.
5.2 Sellers
The Town encourages Sellers to contact the THAP Administrator to either market their home to
existing conditionally approved buyers or work with the Seller’s potential buyers to seek THAP
approval.
THAP Seller application forms can be found on the Town’s THAP website, and applications are
accepted on a rolling basis. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Step 1 THAP Seller Application and Supporting Documents
THAP Seller Applicants must submit a complete THAP application package with supporting
documents including a property tax bill, current bank statements and personal identification and
a Fair Market Value appraisal. The THAP Administrator will review the Seller’s Application
package for conditional approval or denial status.
THAP will issue conditionally approved Sellers letters valid for 9 months that allow them to
submit a Property Application (explained further below) and apply for funding.
Conditional Approval is not a guarantee or reservation of funds. The Town reserves funds for
the transaction on a first come first served basis, based on order of receipt of an executed
contract and approval from the loan committee.
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Step 2 Property Application
The Seller applicant must submit a Property Application within 3 days of executing a purchase
contract. It is critical for applicants to submit the Property Application in a timely manner
because funding availability and final approval is not guaranteed. If the Property Application is
not submitted within 3 days of executing a purchase contract, it will result in Program
disqualification.
The Seller’s Property Application requires:
Notice of Intent to Proceed (Form will be provided to applicants upon conditional Program
approval)
Program Acknowledgement Form
Funding Request Date
Acknowledgment that all fees associated with the origination of the THAP program will be
paid by the Seller
An affidavit certifying that there are no known code violations on the property.
The Town will confirm in writing that the property is eligible for THAP participation.
5.3 Local Businesses and Developers
THAP Program proposals from Local Businesses or builders and Developers must be approved
by Town Council on a case-by-case basis. The THAP Administrator will consult with each
applicant on the application and deed restriction process.
The application process is as follows:
1. Complete Local Business & Developer Interest Form, along with a proposal for how THAP
funds can be used. The Developer Interest Form is available on the Town’s THAP website.
2. THAP proposals will be reviewed by the THAP Administrator to ensure the proposal meets
the qualifications and goals of the THAP.
3. The Town and THAP Administrator will meet with applicant to finalize the THAP proposal.
4. Proposals that meet the qualifications and goals of the THAP Program will be presented to
Town Council with the applicant in attendance.
5.4 Renters/Tenants
The THAP program does not rent or lease THAP units directly to tenants or credit check tenants
on behalf of landlords. The THAP Administrator is not a landlord or property manager.
The THAP Administrator coordinates with THAP property owners who are interested in renting a
THAP property to confirm the owner’s selected tenants, which includes roommate tenants that
occupy the THAP unit alongside Owners, qualify for the program before the lease agreement is
signed. Owners are responsible for ensuring their tenants meet their lease criteria (e.g., credit
score, eviction history, pets, number of people in household, etc.) before the THAP
Administrator verifies program eligibility.
The THAP Renter Verification Form can be found on the THAP website.
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SECTION 6 – PURCHASE PROCESS: BUYERS AND SELLERS
The THAP Administrator will shepherd Buyers, Sellers, Realtors, lenders, and title companies
through the THAP purchase process – including coordinating document reviews and execution.
The THAP Administrator will conduct a formal pre-funding phone appointment with Buyers and
Sellers to answer questions about the funding process, Program requirements, and execution of
legal documents.
6.1 Realtor Representation
Buyer Applicants must identify a Realtor to represent them in the homebuying process. A list of
local Realtors familiar with the Program is provided on the Town’s THAP website. Applicants
may work with a Realtor not listed.
6.2 Title Requirements
All adult household members must appear as an owner or co-owner on the unit title at the time
of purchase with the following exceptions:
1) Legal dependents of titleholders as claimed on the most recent federal income tax returns.
Spouses or domestic partners are not considered dependents.
2) Household members younger than age 24 who are the child of a titleholder who will reside in
the housing unit as their primary residence, regardless of being named as a dependent on
the federal tax form of a titleholder.
3) All adult household members are not required to be added to the loan.
6.3 Purchase/Sales Contract
Applicant’s realtor must submit a complete offer package with a residential purchase contract on
behalf of the applicant to the listing agent via email by 5pm on the offer due date. Close of
escrow cannot be sooner than 30 days and, in most cases, escrow will need to be at least 30
but as long as 45 days.
The Applicant has three (3) calendar days from the date of an executed purchase contract to
submit the fully executed contract to the THAP Administrator. The purchase contract must
include at least a 30-day close of escrow period. The Applicant or their agent will send a copy of
the fully executed purchase contract to the Program Administrator. The lender and Realtor are
responsible for keeping the Applicant/Buyer informed of key timelines.
6.4 Fair Market Value Appraisal
Buyers
The Buyer’s loan agent shall ensure the ordering of the fair market value appraisal within five (5)
days of seller acceptance of the Buyer’s offer. The THAP Administrator will be provided a copy
and will review to ensure the appraisal is appropriately performed by a qualified appraiser and
that no THAP units are used as comparisons. Buyer Applicants are responsible for all fees
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associated with the appraisal. Final THAP funding will be based on the appraisal. Appraisals
must be dated no later than 90 days from the application request.
Sellers
THAP requires a copy of the buyer’s Fair Market Appraisal. Applicants are responsible for all
fees associated with the appraisal.
6.5 Submission of First Loan Package
Buyers
Fifteen (15) business days prior to close of escrow Buyers will submit to THAP:
First Residential Mortgage Loan Application- Form 1003
Underwriting Transmittal Summary- Form 1008
Loan Estimate
Fair Market Value appraisal dated within 90 days from the date of application
Preliminary Title Report
Confirmation of receipt of general and pest inspections of property dated within 90 days
Confirmation of Buyers’ names and vesting
SECTION 7 – PROGRAM PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS FOR OWNERS AND
RENTERS/TENANTS
7.1 Occupancy
All household members must occupy the THAP home as their principal residence a minimum of
10 out of 12 months out of a calendar year. Under specific conditions specified in section 7.2 the
Town may grant approval for a homeowner to rent their unit to a program eligible tenant.
7.2 Renting
The Town and THAP Administrator will permit THAP owners to rent their homes under certain
conditions. Proposed leases and tenants/ sub-tenants, including roommate tenants, shall meet
the following criteria:
At least one household member is employed full-time or will be employed within the
Tahoe Truckee Unified School District. Household member may show proof of current
eligible employment or a written offer for full-time employment. In the case of a written
offer, the THAP Administrator will verify employment following the employment start date.
Annual gross household income, including the income of all household members 18
years of age and older, must not exceed the maximum AMI level of the property’s deed
restriction (245%-existing properties/180%-new construction).
Monthly rent charged must not exceed 30 percent of the maximum annual area median
income level of the THAP property’s deed restriction (245%-existing properties/180%-
new construction) divided by 12 months adjusted for bedroom size.
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The initial lease period must be a minimum of 12 months and can be month-to-month
thereafter with the same tenant. All leases must be in writing.
THAP Owners will be charged an annual leasing fee, as specified in the Town’s adopted fee
schedule, to be paid to the Town of Truckee upon lease execution to cover a portion of the
administrative costs associated with monitoring the rental of the THAP home.
Any proposed lease and each tenant or sub-tenant must be approved in advance by the Town
and THAP Administrator. Short-term renting or renting a THAP unit as a bed and breakfast Inn
is not allowed under any circumstances.
7.3 Title Transfer Restrictions
Title transfers are permitted under limited circumstances – see Deed Restriction for more
information.
7.4 Refinancing
Approval
Owners are permitted to refinance up to 75% of the property’s current fair market value. If an
Owner chooses to refinance their first mortgage, they must contact the THAP Administrator for
approval. Refinance requests are considered for a lower interest rate and/or better loan term, or
to a restricted amount of cash-out.
Local Businesses and Developers should contact the Town at housing@townoftruckee.com for
a consultation on requests to refinance.
Refinance Fee
Owners will be charged a refinance fee, as specified in the Town’s adopted fee schedule, to be
paid to the Town of Truckee upon closing in order to cover a portion of the costs associated with
eligibility screening and preparation of subordination documents. This refinance fee can be
financed and paid at closing. A copy of the check shall be sent to the THAP Administrator with
the final closing documents. The check will be issued and sent directly to:
Town Of Truckee
Attn: Finance Department
10183 Truckee Airport Road
Truckee, CA 96161
Home Equity Line of Credit, Home Equity Loans, and Reverse Mortgages
Home equity lines of credit (HELOC), home equity loans, or reverse mortgages are not
permitted. Owners who use such programs are in violation of their Deed Restrictions and will not
be allowed to refinance their loan.
Cash Out Refinance Policy
The Town has approved a limited Cash Out Refinance Policy allowing homeowners to
consolidate debt or receive cash at closing. This policy is subject to termination at any time. The
new first loan amount will be restricted to an amount not to exceed 75% of the current Fair
Market Value.
In order to qualify for a cash out loan, Owner must meet the following requirements:
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a. Current on HOA dues (if applicable)
b. Current and in compliance with most recent annual monitoring of THAP program
requirements
c. Not in default on first mortgage and has no recorded Notice of Default (NOD) in
the past 12 months
d. Not otherwise in default under the Program requirements
7.5 Annual Monitoring – Owners and Renters
The Town will coordinate with Owners and Renters once a year to ensure Program Guidelines
are adhered to. For Owner-occupied properties, the Town will verify occupancy. For tenant-
occupied properties, the Town will verify rent rates and tenant/ sub-tenant eligibility.
The Town will work with the Owner on a remedy if participants are found to be in default.
7.6 Owners – Selling a THAP Unit
THAP Owners may only sell their Unit to a THAP-qualified buyer. Subsequent buyers of the
THAP unit will be subject to current program qualification requirements.
The following table describes the major steps and approximate processing times THAP Owners
can expect for most sales. All processing times listed are estimates and no specific timeline is
guaranteed.
Resale Processing Timeline
Steps Time Estimate
Notice of Intent to Sell Packet Submittal 5 days
Visual Inspection and Preparation of Unit for Sale 10 days
Marketing TBD, depending on market conditions
Application Review - Issuance of Conditional Approval 10 days
Sales Contract Ratification (30-day closing) 5 days
First Loan Approval - Lender Package Submittal 15 days
Final Review - Issuance of Final Approval & Program Documents 10 days
Closing 3 days
Total Calendar Days ~ 70 days
A. Notice of Intent to Sell
Once an Owner has decided to sell their Unit, the owner must contact the THAP Administrator
and submit a Notice of Intent to Sell. The THAP Administrator will provide the Owner with a
formal response and consult with the Owner on how to proceed. The Owner may furnish their
own program-eligible buyer or may request that the THAP Administrator share the listing with all
pre-approved THAP Applicants.
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B. Approval
The THAP Administrator will coordinate with the Buyer to complete a THAP Program Application
with updated supporting documents to determine Program eligibility. Upon approval, the THAP
Administrator will issue an approval letter to the Buyer and Seller.
C. Escrow
The THAP Administrator will coordinate with the Buyer, Realtor, lender, and title company to
complete all escrow steps outlined in Section 6.
D. Resale Fee
Upon sale or transfer of any THAP unit, regardless of the cause of sale, The Seller will be
responsible to pay a resale fee as specified in the Town’s adopted fee schedule, payable to the
Town of Truckee.
Local Businesses and Developers should contact the Town at housing@townoftruckee.org for
consult on re-sale requests.
SECTION 8 – UNDERWRITING GUIDELINES: BUYERS AND RENTERS
8.1 Local Worker/Employee Status
A household must have at least one member who is currently employed 30 or more hours per
week, meets fulltime employment equivalency with employer verification, or has a written offer
for full-time employment at an employment site within the Tahoe Truckee Unified School District
geographical boundary. In the case of a written offer, the THAP Administrator will verify
employment following the employment start date.
8.2 Income Limits
Annual gross household income, including the income of all household members 18 years of
age and older, must not exceed 245% AMI for existing homes, 180% AMI for new construction
homes, or less than 180% AMI as negotiated with the Developer.
8.3 Asset Limits
For Buyer Applicants, Applicant(s) liquid assets must not exceed 30% of the sales price of the
home the Applicant intends to purchase.
Determining Assets
Liquid Assets Inclusions: When calculating an Applicant’s assets, all liquid assets are to be
considered, including, but not limited to, the following: savings accounts, checking accounts,
certificates of deposit, the total balance of any joint accounts, money market or mutual fund
accounts, accounts held in trust for the Applicant (amount accessible), stocks or bonds, equity in
real estate currently owned (current market value less the original price of the home, with
current market value determined by broker price option or comparative market analysis), one-
time lump sum gifts, cash on hand, amount used or borrowed (from a life insurance policy, IRA
or retirement accounts) and other investments held by any household member of the Applicant’s
household age 18 or older.
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Liquid Assets Exclusions: The cash surrender value of life insurance policy, the value of an IRA
account, the value of retirement accounts (including but not limited to 401(k) and 403(b)
accounts), the value of annuities not being withdrawn, and the value of a special needs trust or
the value of a 529 college savings plan may be excluded from an applicant’s liquid assets.
Withdrawal of Retirement Accounts
Withdrawal of retirement account dollars towards down payment and closing costs is allowed.
However, it is recommended that the Applicant consider all of his/her/their options before using
retirement accounts and consult with a tax advisor to fully understand the potential tax
consequences of such withdrawal in addition to the applicable early withdrawal penalty, if any.
Any funds withdrawn from retirement accounts shall be counted towards the liquid assets
inclusions.
8.4 Household Size Determination
The size of the household is determined by counting together every person who intends to live
in the unit, regardless of age or dependency status. All spouses or registered domestic partners
must be included in the household and must appear on the application.
In order to count household members who are under 18 years of age in the composition of the
household, they must be the legal dependent of an adult household member or an adult
household member must have at least partial (50%) custody of the child/children, except in the
case of emancipated minors, as claimed on the most recent federal income tax return.
Divorced or separated Applicants who have joint custody of their children should include the
children in their household count if they have at least 50% custody of the children. Applicants
who do not have custody should not include the children in their household count.
Temporarily absent household members who plan to live in the unit upon return must appear on
the application for the unit and provide all supporting documents. Such household members
include but are not limited to household members serving temporarily in the armed forces, those
who are temporarily institutionalized, or those who are enrolled full-time at a college or
university.
All members of the Applicant’s household that are 18 years or older must submit supporting
documents. Applicants must ensure the completeness and accuracy of their application before
submission. Applications with known false, misleading or inaccurate information will be
disqualified from consideration. Changes to applicant household members after submission are
not allowed.
8.5 Mortgage Readiness
An Applicant’s Lender Pre-Approval letter must meet the requirements set forth in Section 4.4.
Applicants may not use a cosigner or guarantor when qualifying for the first mortgage. All loan
signers must be household members who are included on the Application and the total
household income of all loan signers shall be included as part of the Applicant’s total income
when determining the Applicant’s program income eligibility level.
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