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Presentation, discussion, and possible action on a request for return and reallocation of tax credits under 10 TAC ?11.6(5) related to Credit Returns Resulting from Force Majeure Events for Bailey at Stassney
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
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WHEREAS, Bailey at Stassney was awarded 9% housing tax credits during the 2024 Competitive Housing Tax Credit cycle;
WHEREAS, the Development Owner executed a Carryover Allocation Agreement that included certifications stating each building receiving an allocation would be placed in service by December 31, 2026;
WHEREAS, the Development Owner has requested an extension to the placement in service deadline under 10 TAC ?11.6(5), related to Credit Returns Resulting from Force Majeure Events;
WHEREAS, the Department lacks authority to extend federal placement in service deadlines and may only reset such deadlines by requiring the credits to be returned and immediately reallocated to the Development, as permitted solely under the force majeure provision of the Qualified Allocation Plan (QAP); and
WHEREAS, the Development Owner has submitted documentation demonstrating that a qualifying force majeure event has occurred;
NOW, therefore, it is hereby
RESOLVED, that the request to treat the matter under the force majeure provisions of 10 TAC ?11.6(5) is approved, and that the 2024 Qualified Allocation Plan, Uniform Multifamily Rules, and the 2025 Program Calendar shall be applicable to the Development.
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BACKGROUND
Development
Bailey at Stassney
Target Population
Supportive Housing
HTC Award
$2,000,000
City
Austin
Total Units
104
HTC Units
104
Initial Year of Award
2024
Extension Requested
Six months
Bailey at Stassney is a 104-unit development located in Austin, Travis County. The development received an award of 9% Housing Tax Credits in 2024, and executed a Carryover Allocation Agreement requiring that the 10% Test be met by July 1, 2025, and that all buildings be placed in service by December 31, 2026.
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