Upcoming Agenda Item: February 25, 2026, City Council Agenda Item #26-291A; Award Subrecipient agreement to Business and Community Lenders (BCL) of Texas to administer the Dallas Homebuyer Assistance Program (DHAP) [Thor Erickson, Director, Office of Housing and Community Empowerment]

The City Council will consider awarding a subrecipient agreement to Business and Community Lenders (BCL) of Texas to administer the Dallas Homebuyer Assistance Program (DHAP). The agreement is for a two-year term with two two-year renewal options, totaling a maximum of $1,200,000.00. BCL of Texas was selected from three proposals and is projected to serve up to 25 residents. The DHAP program, established in 1991, has historically been administered through partnerships and has served over 8,000 households. This outsourcing aims to improve program delivery efficiency. BCL of Texas will begin accepting new applications within 30 days of contract execution, with operations expected from March 2026 through March 2028.

This agreement will allow for the continuation and potential improvement of the Dallas Homebuyer Assistance Program (DHAP), providing support for residents seeking to purchase homes. Residents interested in the program should be aware that BCL of Texas will begin accepting new applications shortly after the contract is finalized.

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