STATEHOUSE (Aug. 11, 2026) – Recently, Allen County was awarded $9.9 million from the Indiana Finance Authority in the latest round of funding to expand housing throughout the state, according to local legislators.
State Rep. Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne) said the loans come from the Indiana Residential Housing Infrastructure Assistance Program, which was established in a 2023 law championed by House Republicans. The fund helps local governments cover the costs of housing infrastructure like water distribution systems, electric or gas distribution lines, and new streets, roads and bridges.
"We want more Hoosiers to have access to quality housing that they can afford," Heine said. "Expanding the number of available homes in Fort Wayne will help meet the growing demand, support our local economy and create more opportunities for Hoosiers to put roots down."
State Rep. Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) said the $10 million low-interest loan to Fort Wayne will help the city develop 182 single-family lots and 240 multi-family rentals.
"This program has given communities statewide a valuable tool to address ongoing housing needs," Judy said. "By helping local governments invest in necessary housing infrastructure, we can expand the supply of homes and improve affordability within our communities."
Judy, who supported House Enrolled Act 1005 (2023), said since the program's inception, the Indiana Finance Authority has closed more than $87 million in loans for housing developments in 20 cities and towns throughout the state. Judy said that Hoosier communities have added over 3,000 housing units since 2023 through the program.
State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) said 70% of the state funding is dedicated to communities with populations under 50,000, where the lack of housing is more prevalent. The remaining 30% is available for communities with populations greater than 50,000.
"Communities of every size face unique housing challenges, and this program provides flexibility to work with the state to find solutions that fit their needs," Morris said. "By reducing the upfront costs associated with housing development, we can encourage new construction and give more Hoosiers access to affordable housing."
This year, House Republicans led further efforts through House Enrolled Act 1001 to expand housing availability, lower costs and help more Hoosiers pursue the American dream of homeownership.
Fort Wayne is one of six cities that closed on more than $25 million in housing loans for this round of funding. To see the full list of cities and learn more about the Residential Housing Infrastructure Assistance Program and application process, visit https://www.in.gov/ifa/residential-housing-infrastructure-assistance-program/.
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State Rep. Dave Heine (R-Fort Wayne) represents House
District 85, which includes a portion of Allen County.
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State Rep. Chris Judy (R-Fort Wayne) represents House District 83,
which includes portions of Allen and Whitley counties.
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State Rep. Bob Morris (R-Fort Wayne) represents House
District 84, which includes a portion of Allen County
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