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1. If I already registered with Boulder County, do I have to fill out a Lafayette application?

Yes. The City of Lafayette is a home-rule municipality and has its own set of city ordinances (laws) and its' own application and review process. 

2. How do I apply?

To apply, please complete this application. Please ensure your application is complete along with all supporting materials (tax returns, W2s, bank statements, etc.). 

3. Where do I submit my application and materials?

Applications are accepted by:

• emailing jana.easley@lafayetteco.gov 
• dropping your application off at City Hall, 1290 S. Public Rd., Monday through Thursday from 9am-2pm
• mailing it to City Hall, 1290 S. Public Rd.

4. Will you give me back my application materials?

No, please do not provide originals as they will not be returned.

5. How long will the review take?

The review can take up to two weeks or more, and applications are reviewed in the order received.

6. How will I know whether I am qualified?

Once reviewed, the City will send you a “qualification letter.” That letter will have to go with your offer to the listing agent.

7. Do I have to live/work in Lafayette to qualify?

No, preference benefits do not apply to this sale since it is a resale.

8. Where can I find the current income limits?

Income limits are set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and can be found on the Boulder Housings website.

9. Where can I find the Community Housing Guidelines?

Download the Community Housing Guidelines.

10. Will this home always have to be affordable and how much will the home go up in value?

Yes, the home is part of the City’s permanently affordable housing stock, so it will remain permanently affordable. 

The home value will increase each year by the lesser of the Consumer Price Index for wage earners (CPI-W) or 3% per year, calculated as simple interest. For example, if you owned the home for 10 years and the home value increased by 3% per year, the value would be the home price you purchased it for plus 30% (3% x 10 years). Keep in mind, it may increase by less than 3% if the CPI is less than 3%.

11. Do I need to check the status of my application?

No, the city will contact you once your application has been reviewed.

12. What if my application is not complete?

You will receive a letter stating your application is incomplete and will not receive a qualification letter. You may re-apply at any time, but please make sure your application and supporting materials are complete.

13. What if I don't qualify?

You will receive a letter stating you did not qualify and why.

14. What if I qualify but my offer on the home was not accepted?

You will be placed on the City's list of qualified home buyers. Lafayette keeps affordable housing applications for six months, then you would need to reapply. If another home comes on the market during the six month period, you will be notified.

15. Questions still not answered?

Contact the Program Administrator by emailing jana.easley@lafayetteco.gov.