Help Build Houston's Future
Through our Traditional Homebuyer Program, the Houston Land Bank sells lots to Approved Homebuilders at a discount from market prices. In exchange, the builder agrees to construct a quality, affordable home to be sold to an income-eligible homebuyer at or below a capped price.
HLB Builder & Developer Program
We pride ourselves on the success of the dedicated builders, who have placed a crucial role in transforming vacant properties into opportunity while building homes for their other makers.
Neighborhood Commercial/Community Facility Builders
Small scale commercial development or commercial facilities.
Non - Traditional
Builders
Alternate building methods.
Rehab Builders
Rehabbing/reconstructing single-family and multi-family homes
Master Community
Builders
Small to mid-sized development districts on large parcels or broader geographic areas.
Established
Builders
5 - 10+ units on separate land parcels simultaneously.
Startup Builders
1 - 4 units on separate land parcels simultaneously.
Be a good neighbor in communities we serve.
Identify highest and best use for sites that support community needs and initiatives, and utilize resources to create added value.
Collaborate with partners on key initiatives to support transformative development.
Provide proactive and transparent access to data, activities, and operations.
Demonstrate continuous improvement and define national best practices.
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Eligible Homebuilders
We look for builders committed to the transformation of Houston’s neighborhoods, especially in areas designated by the City as Complete Communities. Approved Homebuilders must also be able to show financial stability and good references and align with our goal of being good neighbors in the communities we serve.
Our builder/developer RFQs will be listed on the Resources page under About. We welcome responses from all interested builders, even those who are just getting started in the business.
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Who We Serve
We recognize that affordable housing is essential at every Area Median Income (AMI) level, ensuring that individuals and families across all economic backgrounds have access to safe, clean, and affordable homes. Our programs address housing needs starting as low as 80% AMI up to 120% AMI.
Janet G., SXG Capital Group LLC
We have completed dozens of homes under the HLB programs in Acres Home, Trinity Garden and Settagast area. All homes were sold to first time buyers. We were able to purchase the lots for very reasonable prices, therefore all homes we built were sold under market value.
Melvin C., MH Builder-Houston, LLC
One of our proudest moments was helping a single mom purchase her first home through MH Builder–Houston. She not only gained the stability and pride of homeownership, but after living there as required, she built enough equity to sell and reinvest in a new home that fit her growing needs. Her first home with us opened the door to greater opportunities for her and her family.
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Trusted by 500+ companies worldwide
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Microsoft
Oracle
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Affordable Housing Impact
Through a catalog of pre-approved home plans, the initiative promotes development on small lots in historically disinvested neighborhoods. It provides energy-efficient homes for low-to-moderate-income families, preventing displacement and revitalizing areas.
Finding Home enhances access to affordable mortgages and down payment assistance, enabling sustainable homeownership and generational wealth. Builders receive financial incentives and support, simplifying the development process. Collaborating with Fannie Mae and the Houston Community Land Trust, the initiative ensures permanent affordability, benefiting future buyers and empowering local builders while revitalizing underserved communities.
Our Partners
Working together to make homeownership accessible
