Pittsburgh Housing Development Corporation
housing development in step with local neighborhoods
About Us
The Pittsburgh Housing Development Corporation (PHDC) was created to initiate, plan, finance, develop and manage housing development throughout Pittsburgh.
In 1994, the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh (URA) created Pittsburgh Housing Development Corporation (PHDC) after recognizing that large sections of the city and county were not being adequately served by either the private development market or by local community development corporations. The URA charged PHDC with the task of initiating, planning, financing, developing, and managing housing development throughout the City of Pittsburgh, emphasizing on development of affordable housing units in low to moderate income census tracts. PHDC is established as a 501 (c) 3, nonprofit corporation, whose Board of Directors is appointed by the URA.
The goal of PHDC is to encourage the growth of, and never replace, organizations capable of developing affordable and/or market rate housing. PHDC never works in neighborhoods where it has not been invited and, in those cases where PHDC acts as a sole developer, it always solicits the consent of the local neighborhood development corporation.
PHDC's development partners have traditionally been well established Community Development Corporations (CDCs), but it also works with private developers, faith-based organizations, and other community-based organizations to further the goals of the various city neighborhoods.
Since its inception, PHDC has been involved with the development of nearly 350 units citywide, including affordable single family for-sale new construction, market-rate new construction, single family rehabilitations, and multifamily rental developments.
Our Board & Team
Board of Directors
Meet the diverse and talented group of individuals helping guide the PHDC forward.
David R. Brewton, Vice President
Director of Real Estate,
Hazelwood Initiative
Andrew Dash, Director
Deputy Director, Department of City Planning,
City of Pittsburgh
Jerome Jackson, Board President
Executive Director,
Operation Better Block
Colin P. Kelley, Secretary
Chief Executive Officer,
NeighborWorks Western Pennsylvania
Jennifer Cash Wade, Director
Beltzhoover Consensus
Chris Eberlein, Director
Vice President, Business Banking Relationship Manager
Huntington Bank
Rebecca Davidson-Wagner, Treaurer
Director of CDFI Investments,URA;
President, Pittsburgh Urban Initiatives (PUI);
Acting President, Pittsburgh Economic and Industrial Development Corporation
Danielle Graham Robinson, Director
Realtor,
eXp Realty
Michelle Porter, Director
Director, One Northside
Jodi Lincoln, Director
Development Officer, Action Housing
Pamela Collier, Director
Special Assistant, Office of the Mayor
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh
Richard Snipe, Executive Director
Daniel Grantham, Assistant Secretary
David Howe, Assistant Secretary
PHDC Staff
Meet our dedicated team advancing the mission and vison of the PHDC.
Richard Snipe
PHDC Executive Director
Phone: 412.255.6586
Email: rsnipe@ura.org
Gloria Taylor
PHDC Program Assistant
Phone: 412.255.6599
Email: gtaylor@ura.org
Justin Belton
Manager of PHDC Housing Development
Phone: 412.255.6672
Email: jbelton@ura.org
David Howe
Manager of PHDC Financial Operations
Phone: 412.255.6629
Email: dhowe@ura.org
Nancy Reis
PHDC Project Development Manager
Phone: 412.255.6658
Email: nreis@ura.org
Canaan Bey
PHDC Construction Manager
Email: cbey@ura.org
Shayla Thompkins
PHDC Program Outreach Specialist
Email: sthompkins@ura.org
Phone: 412.567.4134
Programs
Residential Façade Improvement Program
Please note, this program is boundary-specific. Contact Shayla Thompkins, Program Outreach Specialist, at 412.567.4134 to check for eligibility.
Grant Amount
Homeowners can receive up to $8,000 in matching grant funds, based on household income.
Fees
There is a $150 application fee due upon submittal
Uses
Funds can be used for front and side façades (Min. of 50% of funds must be used on front)
Types of Modifications
- Siding replacement
- Brick repointing
- Painting
- Porch repair
- Window repair or replacement
- Door repair or replacement
- Soffit/fascia repair
- Gutter repair
- Other modifications
Here's what you'll need to apply
*The Residential Facade Improvement Program is no longer taking applications, all submissions have closed.
Program summary is also available in the following languages:
The application is also available in the following languages:
Resources
Mortgage Calculator Tool
News and Events
Stay up to date with our advancements in Pittsburgh housing.
In the News
WTAE: Hill District affordable housing efforts showcased in city tour
WPXI: Local community groups help make renovated homes affordable
Stories
“What a gift to own a space to cultivate love, acceptance, and grace for myself.”
READ: Emerald Huggins’ Journey to Homeownership
“Buying my home drastically improved our quality of life.”
READ: Sold! Help to Homeownership
Social Media Updates
"My intention is to invest in my neighborhood, my future, and the wellbeing of others around me." After years of...
Posted by Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh on Tuesday, 8 December 2020
Last week, URA staff, Pittsburgh Housing Development Corporation leadership, and Councilwoman Smith toured 3 recently...
Posted by Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh on Tuesday, 21 July 2020
Our Portfolio
The home of your dreams may be closer than you think.
818 Shawnee Street
Available Soon!
Call Nancy Reis for more information about eligiblity!
(412) 255-6644
161 & 163 Auburn Street
Under Construction
37 Mayflower Street
Under Construction
819 Shawnee Street
Under Construction!
830 Adelaide Street
Under Construction!
912 Cherokee Street
Under Construction!
748 Anaheim Street
Under Construction!
914 Cherokee Street
Under Construction!
811 Bryn Mawr Road
Under Construction!
804 Bryn Mawr Road
Property has been sold!
Call Nancy Reis about eligibility on other homes! (412) 255-6644
218 Mayflower Street
Property has been sold.
Call for Nancy Reis for information about eligibility for our other homes (412)255-6644
3143 Allendale Street
Beautiful single-family home in the Sheraden neighborhood
802 Bryn Mawr Road
Property has been sold!
1014 Stanhope Street
Beautiful single-family home in the Sheraden neighborhood.
20 Mayflower Street
Beautiful single-family home. This home is located on a quiet street in Larimer.
3222 Faronia Street
Property has been sold!
Call Nancy Reis about eligibility on other homes! (412) 255-6644
4835 Mooney Road
Beautiful single-family home located in Lincoln Place.
807 Gearing Avenue
Beautiful single-family home located in the Beltzhoover neighborhood.
111 Craighead Street
Beautiful single-family home located in the Mt. Washington neighborhood.
Have questions? Contact Gloria Taylor, Program Assistant, at 412.255.6599 for more information.