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Securing Access to Financing for Exterior Repairs in Condos Act of 2022

12/29/2022, 11:18 PM

Summary of Bill HR 7532

Bill 117 HR 7532, also known as the Securing Access to Financing for Exterior Repairs in Condos Act of 2022, aims to address the issue of financing for exterior repairs in condominiums. The bill recognizes that many condominium associations struggle to secure funding for necessary repairs to the exterior of their buildings, which can lead to safety hazards and decreased property values.

The bill proposes the creation of a loan program that would provide low-interest loans to condominium associations for exterior repair projects. These loans would be backed by the federal government, making them more accessible and affordable for associations in need of financial assistance.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for technical assistance and support for condominium associations seeking to apply for these loans. This assistance would help ensure that associations are able to navigate the application process and access the funding they need to make critical repairs. Overall, the Securing Access to Financing for Exterior Repairs in Condos Act of 2022 aims to address a pressing issue facing many condominium associations and provide them with the financial support needed to maintain the safety and integrity of their buildings.

Congressional Summary of HR 7532

SAFER in Condos Act of 2022 or the Securing Access to Financing for Exterior Repairs in Condos Act of 2022

This bill allows an owner of a condominium (condo) unit to finance, through loans backed by the Federal Housing Administration, special assessments charged by the condo's governing body for rehabilitation, repair, replacement, or other improvement of common systems, infrastructure, facilities, features, portions, or areas.

Current Status of Bill HR 7532

Bill HR 7532 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 18, 2022. Bill HR 7532 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on April 18, 2022.  Bill HR 7532's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services. as of April 18, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7532

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7532

Primary Policy Focus

Housing and Community Development

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7532

Securing Access to Financing for Exterior Repairs in Condos Act of 2022
Securing Access to Financing for Exterior Repairs in Condos Act of 2022
SAFER in Condos Act of 2022
To expand the section 203(k) rehabilitation and title I property improvement loan programs of the Department of Housing and Urban Development to authorize such loans to be made to low-income families residing in condominium units to cover the costs of special assessments imposed for repair or replacement of common areas, systems, and features, and for other purposes.

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