Citywide Housing Incentive Program

Explore the Citywide Housing Incentive Program. Learn how we help developers access AHIP incentives, fasten approvals, and build affordable housing.

Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP) Los Angeles

At JDJ Consulting Group, we turn your affordable housing ideas into reality. The Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP) is like a fast lane for developers in Los Angeles. It gives your project extra perks like more units, relaxed rules, and faster approvals, so you can focus on building, not paperwork.

Whether you’re planning 100% affordable housing or mixed-income units, we guide you every step of the way. Thus, making the process smoother, smarter, and faster.

Understanding CHIP

The Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP) is a framework that brings multiple incentive programs together. Its goal is to accelerate affordable and mixed-income housing in Los Angeles.

CHIP includes three main programs:

Each program has its own rules, requirements, and incentives. But all work toward the same goal: helping developers deliver high-quality, affordable housing efficiently.

Focus on AHIP

The Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) is one of the three programs under CHIP. It focuses on 100% affordable housing developments and projects that meet strict affordability standards. AHIP can also apply to:

Faith-based organization land
Shared equity housing models
Public land developments

Key Features of AHIP

AHIP provides local development incentives beyond state law, including:

Density Bonuses – Build more units than base zoning allows.
Height & Floor Area Ratio (FAR) Increases – Expand your project while staying compliant.
Parking Relief – Reduce or eliminate parking requirements, especially near transit.
Menu of Incentives / Public Benefits – Extra bonuses for public benefits such as child care, multi-bedroom units, or historic preservation.

These incentives help projects move faster through approvals and make long-term deed-restricted units more feasible.

How JDJ Consulting Helps with AHIP Projects

Understanding AHIP can be complex. Our team knows the process inside and out. We support your project from the first idea to final approval.
Here’s how we help:

Project Qualification & Guidance
– Determine if your project qualifies for AHIP
– Explain all requirements in simple terms
– Help structure your project to meet affordability thresholds
Work Directly with City Departments
We handle communication with Planning, LADBS, Housing, and other departments to keep approvals moving and avoid delays.
Coordinate Stakeholders
We connect your project with:
– City staff
– Utility representatives
– Community members
This keeps everyone informed and avoids miscommunication.
Manage the Entire Process
From zoning and permits to final clearances, we manage the full process. This lets you focus on building while we handle approvals.

Key Benefits & Incentives under AHIP

Projects under AHIP gain access to a range of valuable incentives:

Density Bonus & Height/FAR Increases
Projects can go beyond base zoning limits. AHIP offers expanded options for faith-based, shared equity, and co-op projects.

Parking Relief
Reduced or eliminated parking requirements are available, especially near transit.

Menu of Incentives / Public Benefits
Projects can earn extra bonuses for:

Child care facilities
Multi-bedroom units
Historic facade preservation
Other community-focused improvements

Streamlined Review & Approvals
Projects that use “on-menu” incentives and meet objective standards often qualify for ministerial or administrative review. This cuts approval times and reduces delays.

Our Impact Through AHIP

We’ve helped bring hundreds of affordable housing units to life through programs like AHIP. This means more homes for families and individuals who need them most.
Our work supports developers, agencies, and communities alike. When housing moves faster, everyone benefits.

Partnering for the Future

There is a strong need for affordable housing in Los Angeles. AHIP provides a clear and streamlined path forward. JDJ Consulting Group helps you take full advantage of it.
Whether you are just starting or already deep into planning, we provide guidance, management, and expert advice.

Why Work With JDJ Consulting Group?

Expert guidance on program eligibility and incentives
Direct connections with city departments and stakeholders
End-to-end management from zoning to final approvals
Faster, smoother project delivery

Take the Next Step

Your affordable housing project deserves a team that knows CHIP and AHIP inside and out. Call us at (818) 793-5058 for a free consultation or visit our office to meet our experts.

Let’s turn your Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP) project into an approved development faster, smarter, and with fewer delays.

Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP) | JDJ Consulting Group

JDJ Consulting Group helps developers access the Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP) in Los Angeles. CHIP accelerates affordable and mixed-income housing with multiple programs and incentives.

Programs under CHIP:

Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) – 100% affordable housing projects
State Density Bonus Program – Increase project size while complying with regulations
Mixed Income Incentive Program (MIIP) – Combine affordable and market-rate units

Our Offerings:

Project Qualification & Guidance – Ensure eligibility and structure projects effectively
Direct City Coordination – Planning, LADBS, Housing, and more
Stakeholder Management – Engage city staff, utilities, and community members
Full Process Management – From zoning and permits to final approvals
Access to Incentives – Density bonuses, FAR increases, parking relief, and public benefits

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Citywide Housing Incentive Program (CHIP)?

The CHIP helps developers build mixed-income and 100% affordable housing in LA.

Focuses on areas near transit and high-opportunity neighborhoods
Combines several programs under one ordinance
Streamlines approvals
Offers incentives for affordable units

CHIP makes projects faster to approve and easier to manage.

How does the Affordable Housing Incentive Program (AHIP) work?

AHIP is part of CHIP. It targets 100% affordable housing projects. It also applies to:

Projects on public land
Faith-based organization developments
Shared equity models

Key benefits include:

Density bonuses and height/FAR increases
Parking relief
Public benefit incentives like multi-bedroom units

AHIP projects often get streamlined approvals from city departments.

Which projects qualify for CHIP incentives?

Projects that include affordable units or meet housing element obligations may qualify.

Mixed-income developments
Adaptive reuse or co-op projects
Sites on public or faith-based land

CHIP encourages developers to follow Los Angeles Municipal Code.

What are the main benefits of AHIP?

AHIP offers several advantages:

Density & Height/FAR Increases – Build larger projects than base zoning allows
Parking Relief – Reduce or remove parking requirements near transit
Public Benefit Options – Add childcare, multi-bedroom units, or preserve historic facades
Streamlined Review – On-menu projects often qualify for ministerial or administrative review

These incentives help projects move faster and stay cost-effective.

How does CHIP make approvals faster?

CHIP uses objective standards and on-menu incentives.

Projects meeting these standards often qualify for ministerial or administrative review
Departments like Planning, LADBS, and Housing review faster
Reduces delays and helps developers start construction sooner

Can CHIP be used for mixed-income projects?

Yes. CHIP includes the Mixed-Income Incentive Program (MIIP).

Encourages affordable and market-rate units in one project
Works with housing element sites and the Minimum Density Ordinance
Aligns with State Density Bonus Law to meet LA housing goals

How does JDJ Consulting Group help with CHIP?

We support developers at every stage:

Check eligibility for AHIP or MIIP
Coordinate with Planning, LADBS, Housing, and City Clerk
Handle zoning changes, permits, and approvals
Manage public hearings and community engagement

We also assist with Transit-Oriented Communities and other key programs.

What parking and density incentives are available?

CHIP provides flexible incentives:

Density Bonus & FAR Increases – Larger projects in Parking (P) and Public Facilities (PF) zones
Parking Relief – Reduced or waived parking near transit
Additional Incentives – Public benefits, shared equity, or adaptive reuse projects

These incentives make developments more efficient and financially viable.

How does CHIP help high-opportunity areas?

CHIP encourages projects in higher opportunity neighborhoods.

Close to transit, jobs, and schools
AHIP projects can include multi-bedroom units or historic preservation
Supports housing element obligations and housing production targets

Where can I learn more about CHIP and AHIP?

Contact JDJ Consulting Group for guidance on CHIP, AHIP, MIIP, and other LA programs.

Help with zoning changes and land use regulations
Guidance for public hearings and community outreach
Assistance with administrative remedies and approvals

How does the CHIP Ordinance relate to affordable housing in Los Angeles?

The CHIP Ordinance sets the rules for incentives across multiple programs.

Includes AHIP, MIIP, and the State Density Bonus Program
Encourages more affordable units in high-opportunity areas
Aligns with housing element obligations and city planning goals

Following the CHIP Ordinance helps projects meet city standards and approval timelines.

Can CHIP support adaptive reuse and multifamily housing projects?

Yes. CHIP works with Citywide Adaptive Reuse Ordinance projects.

Helps convert commercial buildings into multifamily housing
Offers density bonuses and other incentives
Streamlines approvals under Los Angeles Municipal Code

Developers can increase housing stock while preserving existing structures.

How does CHIP align with the Minimum Density Ordinance?

CHIP and AHIP work with the Minimum Density Ordinance. They ensure projects use residentially zoned land efficiently.

Encourages building missing middle housing
Supports single-family zoned parcels with additional units
Helps meet Regional Housing Needs Assessment

This ensures neighborhoods get more housing without overbuilding.

How does CHIP address community and resident protections?

CHIP projects must follow the Resident Protections Ordinance and fair housing laws.

Ensures affordable housing projects respect tenants’ rights
Includes guidance on housing replacement requirements
Works with public comment and public hearings for community input

This balances development goals with neighborhood stability.