06/18/2026
In LIHTC and other affordable housing programs, utility allowances play a direct role in determining project feasibility, influencing both underwriting assumptions and ongoing operational stability. If these values are not accurately established, they can create risk in financing structures and long-term affordability commitments.
Our analysis helps developers establish defensible, data-driven utility allowance values that reflect actual building performance rather than broad assumptions. This approach supports stronger financial confidence for stakeholders while helping ensure compliance requirements are met without introducing unnecessary risk into the development process.