Contact Affordable Housing
Mailing Address
Attn. Affordable Housing
P.O. Box 909
Santa Fe, NM 87504-0909
General Inquiries
contactoah@santafenm.gov
Faviola Chavez
Director
fachavez@santafenm.gov
Roberta Catanach
Project Administrator
rlcatanach@santafenm.gov
City of Santa Fe Invites Residents to Share Housing Priorities at Community Input Session
The City of Santa Fe Office of Affordable Housing invites residents to attend a free, bilingual Community Input Session on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 6:30–8 p.m. at the Genoveva Chavez Community Center (Community Room).
This session is open to everyone and is designed to be interactive. Residents will hear a short, plain-language overview of what “affordable housing” means in Santa Fe. Attendees will also have a chance to share their priorities and barriers.
What “Affordable Housing” Means in Santa Fe
City housing investments from 2024 and 2025 have included some of these actions through partnerships:
- Repairing homes so people can safely remain (critical repairs and accessibility improvements)
- Helping people buy (down payment assistance, homebuyer education, counseling, and prevention)
- Preserving existing affordable rentals (rehab or acquisition to keep units income-restricted)
- Building new income-restricted units (new construction)
What to Expect (90 minutes)
Brief overview of City housing programs and funding
Why the City is Holding this Session
The City is gathering public input to guide upcoming housing priorities and meet federal community participation expectations for HUD-related planning and reporting.
Event Details
What: Affordable Housing Community Input Session (Public Hearing / Community Input)
When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 6:30–8 p.m.
Where: Genoveva Chavez Community Center, Community Room
3221 Rodeo Rd., Santa Fe, NM 87507
Cost: Free
Language: English/Spanish (bilingual)
Registration: RSVP encouraged; walk-ins welcome. Click here to register now.
City of Santa Fe Selected to Participate in National Housing Supply Accelerator Program
The City of Santa Fe is one of 16 communities nationwide selected to participate in the Housing Supply Accelerator Challenge, a program launched by the National League of Cities (NLC) and the American Planning Association (APA). The challenge is designed to help communities implement innovative housing strategies and expand housing availability.
Rooted in action and results, the program will support local leaders in putting the Housing Supply Accelerator Playbook: Solutions, Systems, Partnerships into practice.
Selected communities, including Alachua County, Florida; Champaign, Illinois; Clifton Forge, Virginia; Cottonwood, Arizona; Cranston, Rhode Island; Dover, New Hampshire; El Paso, Texas; Evanston, Illinois; Greensboro, North Carolina; Lebanon, New Hampshire; Greater Lowell Region, Massachusetts; Marquette County, Michigan; Plattsburgh, New York; Santa Fe, New Mexico; Sterling Heights, Michigan; and Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, will engage in virtual learning, peer-learning opportunities, receive tailored technical assistance, access best practices and housing supply experts, and gain national recognition.
About the Housing Supply Accelerator
A partnership between NLC and APA, the Housing Supply Accelerator focuses on locally driven solutions that expand, preserve, and improve the quantity and quality of housing.
About the National League of Cities
NLC represents America’s cities, towns, and villages, advocating for local leadership, influencing federal policy, and promoting innovative solutions.
About the American Planning Association
APA is a nonprofit educational organization dedicated to advancing the planning profession. Along with its professional institute, the American Institute of Certified Planners, APA supports better choices for where and how people live and work.
The City of Santa Fe works proactively with the public, nonprofit, and private sectors to increase affordable housing opportunities for Santa Fe’s low- and moderate-income residents, addressing the needs of all residents, from the homeless to the homeowner.
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Special Project: Las Estrellas Tract 6A – Community Q&A
As part of this proposed project, the City gathered questions and answers through community engagement efforts, including public meetings and resident feedback. This document reflects the concerns and perspectives shared by the community during the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need information about emergency services?
Go to the Shelter Services Section to learn about available services and housing options for people who are homeless, at risk of becoming homeless, or transitioning out of homelessness.
Are you a renter needing help with your rent or finding an affordable rental home?
Go to the Rental Section to learn about available services for renters who may need some help paying their rent or accessing support services.
Are you a senior or a renter with special needs or a disability who needs help with your rent or finding an affordable rental home?
Go to the Rental Section to learn about available services for seniors and people with special needs.
Are you thinking about buying a home?
Go to the Homebuyer Section to learn about homebuyer counseling, training, and basic financial fitness services to get you "buyer ready" as soon as possible. Also, see a listing of homes for sale that you may be income-qualified to buy.
Are you a current homeowner interested in refinancing, worried about foreclosure, or want to repair your home and improve your energy efficiency?
Go to the Homeowner Section to learn about available resources to help you lower your mortgage payment and improve your long-term affordability.
Are you a lending institution requiring the subordination of a City of Santa Fe lien?
Go to the Lender Section to request the subordination.
Are you a developer with questions about the SANTA FE HOMES PROGRAM, the City's inclusionary zoning program, and how it applies to your proposed project? Are you a developer taking over an approved development with an existing HOP agreement?
Go to the SFHP Section to learn about the SFHP requirements and how to submit an affordable housing proposal.
Are you a nonprofit services provider interested in learning about the City's CDBG program and other funding opportunities?
Go to the Funding Section to learn about local and federal funds allocated through the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, and the HUD Rental Assistance (Shelter Plus Care) program.
Are you interested in the affordable housing policy in Santa Fe and the applicable research and housing studies that support it?
Go to the Policy/Research Section for a listing of relevant affordable housing policies, studies, and regulations in Santa Fe and links to other affordable housing resources.
Do you feel you have experienced discrimination because of your race, color, national origin, family status, disability, gender, or sexual orientation while you were attempting to rent, buy, refinance, or insure a home?
Go to the Fair Housing Section to learn about your rights under local and federal fair housing laws and to get a referral to fair housing resources, complaint forms, and legal assistance.
Do you have questions or issues about how to get along with your landlord or tenant?
Go to the Landlord/Tenant Section to learn about the Uniform Owner Resident Relations Act (UORRA) and get referral information to resources and legal assistance for tenants and landlords.
Click here to download the Santa Fe Homes Program/Inclusionary Zoning FAQ.
Residential Pipeline
The residential pipeline map is a planning tool created by the City of Santa Fe Planning and Land Use Department to track small to large-scale residential development projects and construction. The map was created in the fall of 2020 in response to the increase in development projects in the City. Click here for more information.
Please Note
The City of Santa Fe does not directly provide housing services or manage housing facilities.
If you are seeking information about public housing, there are two housing authorities in Santa Fe: the Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority and the County of Santa Fe Housing Authority. The City of Santa Fe does not oversee these housing authorities. Both agencies manage housing facilities and administer Housing Choice Vouchers (formerly Section 8). You must:
- Have established residency in Santa Fe to qualify for their services
- and contact them directly to find out how to get on the waiting list. Their contact information is provided below.
Santa Fe Civic Housing Authority
664 Alta Vista St
505-930-5901
The County of Santa Fe Housing Authority
52 Camino de Jacobo
505-992-3060