State of Nevada Housing Division
Karenza Espino
Title: Chief of Administration
Email: kespino@housing.nv.gov
Phone Number: (775) 687-2223
Website: https://housing.nv.gov/
Program Description: The Nevada Housing Division (NHD), a division of the Department of Business and Industry, was created by the Nevada Legislature in 1975 when it was recognized that a shortage of safe, decent, and sanitary housing existed throughout the State for persons and families of low- and moderate-income.
For over forty years the Nevada Housing Division has been a leader in creating affordable housing opportunities. We look forward to continuing to respond to Nevada’s housing needs by revitalizing neighborhoods and strengthening communities throughout the state. We are proud to invest in Nevada’s success!
Our Mission: The Nevada Housing Division improves lives and strengthens Nevada communities by expanding housing opportunities, building self-sufficiency, protecting the residents and industry of manufactured housing and by fostering economic development.
Services Offered: Grant Programs, Home Buyer Program, Weatherization Assistance, Multi-Family Programs and Manufactured Housing for the State of Nevada.
Target Populations: Young Adults, Adults, Seniors, LGBTQ+, Disabled, African American Populations, Hispanic/Latinx Populations, Asian Populations, Pacific Islander Populations, Native American Populations, Low Income,
Research/Focal Areas: Built Environment, Homelessness, Housing,