What Harris County Housing & Community Development does

Harris County Housing & Community Development (HCD) is a department of Harris County Government, Texas, founded in 1957 and operating from its headquarters at 1111 Fannin Street in downtown Houston with a 124-person staff and additional program offices and transit infrastructure across the county. As the designated county-level administrator for federal housing and community development funds, HCD manages allocations from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Texas General Land Office (TXGLO), and the Federal Transit Administration — including $1.115 billion in CDBG-DR funding from Hurricane Harvey, CDBG-MIT mitigation allocations, ARPA State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds, and HOME Investment Partnerships Program grants.

HCD's service portfolio spans homeownership assistance (Down Payment Assistance Program with awards up to $40,000, Single-Family New Construction Program, Single-Family Acquisition & Rehabilitation First Initiative, Home Repair Program for elderly and disabled homeowners, and Single-Family Reconstruction Program), disaster recovery (homeowner reimbursement, buyouts in flood-prone areas, and mitigation infrastructure), housing stabilization (Coordinated Access intake, rental assistance, eviction prevention), legal services (Eviction Defense Program and a network of seven Immigration Legal Services partners), bereavement services (Eastgate and Oates Cemeteries), and Harris County Transit (fixed routes, paratransit, Park & Ride, Micro Transit, RIDES, and Non-Emergency Medical Transportation).

HCD delivers services directly to Harris County residents — primarily low-to-moderate income households in unincorporated areas — through administrative offices, a program office by appointment, transit operations, a Coordinated Access intake line, and an ecosystem of 25+ named strategic partners including HUD, TXGLO, Harris County Housing Authority, Harris County Housing Finance Corporation, Harris County Redevelopment Authority (TIRZ No. 24), Houston Community Land Trust, four certified CHDOs, METRO, Houston Coalition for the Homeless, SEARCH Homeless Services, The Beacon, and Lone Star Legal Aid. Revenue is generated entirely through federal and state grant administration, with no fees charged to residents; HCD also publishes interactive performance dashboards for Multi-Family Housing Development, Single-Family Housing Development, Public Facilities & Infrastructure, and Harris County Transit to provide program transparency.

Name

Harris County Housing & Community Development

Legal name

Harris County Housing & Community Development

Website

https://hcd.harriscountytx.gov

Company type

Public

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Harris County Housing & Community Development is a county government department that administers federal HUD, CDBG-DR, CDBG-MIT, ARPA, and HOME grants to deliver homeownership assistance, disaster recovery, housing stabilization, eviction defense, immigration legal services, bereavement, and transit programs for low-to-moderate income residents of Harris County, Texas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Public Housing & Community Development Services

NAICS

Administration of Housing Programs (92511), Administration of Housing Programs (925110), Administration of Housing Programs, Urban Planning, and Community Development (9251), Other Community Housing Services (624229)

SIC

Non-Operating Establishments (9995)

akta.pro primary industry

Public & Affordable Housing Programs (Subsidies, Vouchers, Public Housing) (BPAIANAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Affordable Rental & Multifamily Housing Finance Programs (LIHTC/Tax Credits/Subsidized Loans) (FSALAKAF), Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts) (BPAGALAC), Fair Housing, Compliance & Housing Program Oversight (FSALAKAN), Home & Community-Based Services (HCBS) Coordination & Case Management (HSABAIAM)

Keywords

• Public housing assistance
• Community development programs
• Disaster recovery funding
• Affordable homeownership support
• Housing stabilization services

Headquarters

HQ city

Houston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Federal HUD Grants: HCD secures and manages grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to fund housing, infrastructure, and essential community needs programs.
2. CDBG-DR Disaster Recovery Funding: Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds from HUD via Texas General Land Office for Hurricane Harvey recovery ($1.115 billion allocated), Hurricane Beryl/Derecho recovery, and other disaster response programs.
3. ARPA State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds: American Rescue Plan Act funding allocated for multi-family and single-family housing development programs.
4. CDBG-MIT Mitigation Funding: Community Development Block Grant for Mitigation funds from GLO for flood prevention and resilience planning programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Harris County Housing & Community Development (HCD) is a county government department that administers federal and state housing and community development funds for residents of Harris County, Texas. Its core offering is the delivery of subsidized housing programs, including homeownership assistance (Down Payment Assistance up to $40,000, Single-Family New Construction, Reconstruction, Home Repair), housing stabilization for homeless residents, disaster recovery from hurricanes and floods, eviction defense and immigration legal services, and county transit services.

Product overview

Harris County Housing & Community Development (HCD) is a government housing department providing a comprehensive suite of housing and community development services to Harris County residents. The organization operates as a unified service platform offering programs for housing stabilization, homeownership assistance, disaster recovery, legal services, transit, and bereavement support. Key programs include the Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP) providing up to $40,000 in homebuyer assistance, the Single-Family New Construction Program (SFNCP) developing affordable new homes, the Disaster Recovery Programs managing recovery from hurricanes and floods, the Eviction Defense Program offering free legal representation, Immigration Legal Services, and Harris County Transit Services providing multi-modal transportation. HCD also provides interactive performance dashboards for transparent access to program data. The organization secures and manages grants from HUD and partners with government and non-profit agencies to deliver services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Housing Stabilization Programs
• Down Payment Assistance Program (DAP)
• Single-Family New Construction Program (SFNCP)
• Single-Family Acquisition & Rehabilitation First Initiative (SFARFI)
• Home Repair Program
• Single-Family Reconstruction Program
• Disaster Recovery Programs
• Eviction Defense Program
• Immigration Legal Services
• Bereavement Services
• Harris County Transit Services
• Buyout & Relocation Programs
• Fair Housing Services

Quantifiable outcome

• 4,869 affordable rental units committed
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary federal partner providing CDBG and HOME Investment Partnerships Program grants. HUD allocates Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds to Harris County for housing and infrastructure programs. HCD operates under HUD guidelines and reporting requirements.
• Texas General Land Office (TXGLO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdministers CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT funds for the state of Texas. Allocates disaster recovery funding to Harris County for Hurricane Harvey, Hurricane Beryl, Winter Storm Uri, and other declared disasters. Manages the state's allocation process for federal disaster funds.
• City of Houston Housing and Community DevelopmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCoordinated partnership for housing and community development programs serving the Houston metropolitan area. Collaborates on fair housing initiatives and housing assistance programs.
• Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional planning agency partner for housing, community development, and infrastructure coordination across the Houston-Galveston region.
• Harris County Housing AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly Section 8) and public housing initiatives. Provides subsidized housing options for low-income residents.
• Harris County Housing Finance CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupports potential homeowners and developers in constructing quality affordable housing. Partners on Single-Family New Construction Program and Community Land Trust initiatives.
• Harris County Redevelopment Authority (HCRDA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNon-profit corporation established to assist Harris County in housing and business development. Administers Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone (TIRZ) No. 24 for infrastructure improvements in the Southern Sector.
• METRO (Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransit partner providing connector services linking Harris County Transit riders to the broader METRO system through Gulfgate and Mesa Transit Centers.
• Federal Transit AdministrationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFederal partner providing transit funding through FTA grants. HCD administers non-infrastructure transit funding received from FTA for Harris County Transit services.
• Houston Community Land TrustcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity Land Trust partner working to preserve long-term affordability and community access through stewardship of land and rehabilitation of existing homes.
• Houston Coalition for the HomelesscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey partner in ending homelessness through coordinated community efforts and advocacy at local and federal levels.
• The BeaconcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHomeless services partner providing daytime services and support to individuals experiencing homelessness in the Houston area.
• SEARCH Homeless ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in ending homelessness through employment services, housing assistance, and collaborative programs. HCD provides financial support and resources.
• Tejano Center for Community Concerns, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified CHDO (Community Housing Development Organization) developing new affordable housing projects for low/moderate income persons.
• Temenos CDCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified CHDO developing affordable housing in Harris County under HUD HOME Investment Partnerships Program.
• Houston Area Urban CDCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified CHDO providing community-based affordable housing development services in the Houston area.
• Woodland Christian Towers, Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCertified CHDO developing affordable housing for low/moderate income persons.
• Lone Star Legal AidcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerLegal service provider for Eviction Defense Program, offering free legal advice and representation to Harris County residents at risk of eviction.
• BakerRipleycoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImmigration legal services partner providing naturalization assistance, removal defense, and citizenship services. Contact: 346-867-3871.
• Justice for All Immigrants – HoustoncoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImmigration legal services partner offering naturalization assistance and removal defense. Contact: 713-454-6470.
• Galveston-Houston Immigrant Representation Project (GHIRP)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImmigration legal services partner providing removal defense and immigration representation. Contact: 713-561-3059.
• Tahirih Justice CentercoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImmigration services partner for survivor services including legal representation, safety planning, and community referrals. Contact: 713-496-0100.
• Kids In Need of Defense (KIND)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImmigration legal services partner providing representation for immigrant children. Contact: 832-779-4030.
• Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImmigration legal services partner providing refugee and immigrant legal representation. Contact: 832-699-6942.
• YMCA International ServicescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerImmigration services partner providing support for immigrants and refugees. Contact: 713-758-9280.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Miami-Dade County Public Housing and Community Development: County-level housing administrator with extensive disaster recovery experience (Hurricane Irma, Andrew). Comparable to HCD in administering CDBG-DR and affordable housing programs in a hurricane-prone metro area.
• Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA): Large county housing authority administering public housing, vouchers, and affordable housing development in LA County. Comparable scale and scope as a county-level administrator of federal housing funds.
• Cook County Housing Authority (Illinois): County-level public housing agency administering federal housing assistance in the Chicago metro area. Comparable in scope and populations served but operates under a different county governance structure.
• Texas General Land Office (CDBG-DR): State agency administering CDBG-DR and CDBG-MIT funds for Texas and allocating sub-allocations to Harris County. Operates one administrative level above HCD and is the key pass-through for HCD's largest disaster recovery budgets.

Regional players

• Fort Bend County Housing and Human Services: Adjacent county housing authority offering housing assistance and community development programs in the Houston metropolitan region. Operates in a different jurisdiction but serves demographically similar populations.
• Maricopa County Human Services Department: County-level housing and community development administrator in the Phoenix metro area. Comparable population scale but operates in a non-disaster-prone geography with different funding mix.

Direct peers

• Houston Land Bank: City of Houston entity that acquires and disposes of tax-foreclosed properties for affordable housing. Functionally aligned with HCD's Community Land Trust and affordable homeownership programs in the same metro area.
• City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department: City-level counterpart in Harris County that administers housing, CDBG, and HOME programs within Houston city limits. HCD explicitly coordinates with this agency for fair housing and housing assistance across the metropolitan area.
• Houston Community Land Trust: Nonprofit community land trust preserve long-term affordable housing in Houston. Already a core HCD partner via the Harris County CLT structure, with overlapping service area and mission.
• Harris County Housing Authority: Public housing agency administering Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) and public housing units in Harris County. HCD lists this as a core partner, providing subsidized housing for low-income residents via overlapping delivery channels.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Subsidiaries3 records

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