(1) The moneys in the Affordable Housing Premium Assistance Fund established by Oregon Laws 2025, chapter 600, section 2 shall be paid to entities that complete an electronic application process meeting the prioritization requirements in OAR 836-200-0720. Eligible entities include:
- (a) Regulated affordable housing owners and/or operators;
- (b) Shelter location owners and/or operators;
- (c) Project Turnkey sites; and
- (d) Navigation centers.
- (2) There will be a 60-day initial application window to provide eligible entities sufficient time to gather and submit the required documents necessary to complete the application process.
- (3) After the initial application window, the department will review and prioritize applications and make payment determinations in accordance with the provisions of OAR 836-200-0720.
(4) After the initial round of assistance payments are made, if program funds are still available, the department can:
- (a) Consider applicants placed on a waitlist;
- (b) Open an additional application window for new applicants; or
- (c) Make additional, prorated follow-up payments to previously paid recipients.
Statutory/Other Authority
ORS 731.244 & Or Laws 2025, ch 600
Statutes/Other Implemented
ORS 746.100, ORS 746.110 & ORS 746.240
History
ID 3-2026, adopt filed 03/26/2026, effective 04/01/2026