Washoe County HOME Consortium Technical Review Committee Meeting
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Note: This summary is based on published meeting minutes.
What Happened
The Washoe County HOME Consortium Technical Review Committee met on February 10, 2026, to review and fund three affordable housing projects totaling $3.25 million.
Key Decisions
APPROVED — Reno Avenue Development (42 units, 6 designated as affordable) — $1,200,000 in HOME funds
APPROVED — Senior Housing Project at Green Street (70-unit senior development) — $650,000 in HOME funds
APPROVED — The Reserve at Sparks (40-unit workforce housing) — $1,400,000 in HOME funds
APPROVED — Agenda and previous meeting minutes — 5-0
Debated But Not Resolved
Senior Housing Project maximum subsidy limits — Staff did not finalize the highest amount the project can receive per unit. Decision moves to March 10, 2026 meeting.
The Reserve at Sparks maximum subsidy limits — Committee postponed setting the maximum home subsidy amount. Adjustments will be discussed at March 10, 2026 meeting.
What to Watch
$1,200,000 — Reno Avenue Development (42-unit project with 6 affordable units) — HOME funds (2026/2027 cycle)
$650,000 — Senior Housing Project at Green Street (70-unit senior housing) — HOME funds (2026/2027 cycle)
$1,400,000 — The Reserve at Sparks workforce housing (40 units) — HOME funds (2026/2027 cycle)
$1,300,000 — Additional available HOME and Affordable Housing Trust Fund money (rescinded from a previous project)
Maximum subsidy limits for Green Street and The Reserve at Sparks — Committee must set how much per-unit subsidy each project receives. Decision comes March 10. This affects whether projects stay affordable long-term.
Reno Avenue opposition — Written public comment opposed the project. Monitor if concerns resurface at future meetings.
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