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Safe, Stable
and Affordable

The Polk County Housing Trust Fund brings people together to plan, fund, and advocate for affordable housing in Polk County, Iowa.

Let's build housing opportunity for everyone in our community.

We provide strategic leadership, expertise, and resources to strengthen communities in Polk County through affordable housing.

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Support safe, stable
housing for everyone

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Home Repair Programs

Learn about programs that assist low- and moderate-income homeowners paying for essential home repairs.

Housing Allocation Plan

Our annual plan for funding local affordable housing development is now available for the 2026 fiscal year that started July 1.

Federally backed housing in Central Iowa

Discover the crucial network of affordable homes many local people and families depend on.

 

Our new report is coming soon.

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Accessory Dwelling Units

Local communities are considering accessory dwelling units as a way to add new housing options in existing neighborhoods.

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Building Opportunities

Our annual report to the community

Housing is the key to a secure future for people and families across Greater Des Moines. Check out our latest annual report to see how we're contributing to opportunity for all.

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The latest news from the PCHTF blog

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