Travis County Development Corporation
About
Travis County Development Corporation (TCDC) is a non-profit corporation that was established in 2001. TCDC operates exclusively for the benefit of, to perform certain functions of, to carry out the purposes of, and to act as an instrumentality of the Housing Authority of the County of Travis, Texas.
What we do
At TCDC, our mission is simple yet important – we strive to provide decent and affordable housing for lower income residents, including minorities, women, elderly and the handicapped in the neighborhoods within Travis County, Texas. We believe that everyone deserves access to quality housing.
To achieve our mission, we work hard to acquire improved and unimproved real property from other governmental agencies, financial institutions or other public or private entities that are economically and financially feasible for redevelopment and use as affordable housing. Additionally, we aim to reduce substandard structures and vacant sites in the community.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Travis County Development Corporation?
TCDC is a non-profit corporation authorized under the Development Corporation Act, Chapter 501, Texas Local Government Code, and was established on October 3, 2001 by the Housing Authority of Travis County Board of Commissioners.
What is the purpose of TCDC?
TCDC works to provide decent and affordable housing by acquiring, constructing, rehabilitating, operating or disposing of housing projects and units.
Who does TCDC serve?
TCDC provides affordable housing for lower income residents, including minorities, women, elderly and the handicapped in the neighborhoods within Travis County, Texas.
How does TCDC acquire property?
TCDC acquires improved and unimproved real property from other governmental agencies, financial institutions or other public or private entities that are economically and financially feasible for redevelopment and use as affordable housing.
What are TCDC's specific purposes?
The purposes for which the corporation was formed are exclusively charitable, educational and scientific and consist without limitation of: providing decent and affordable housing; acquiring improved and unimproved real property; engaging local financial institutions; developing decent and affordable housing; ameliorating sickness, poverty, crime and environmental degradation; lessening the burden of government through private nonprofit initiatives; supporting other corporations organized for charitable purposes.
Is TCDC involved in any neighborhood improvement initiatives?
Yes, TCDC combats substandard structures and vacant sites; researches & implements innovations in residential construction technology to promote cost-effective & resource-efficient housing that can be affordably maintained; combats the deterioration of the community & contributes to its physical appearance, and preserves the character, structures & community of the neighborhood & surrounding areas
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