The report, titled Understanding and Preserving Federally Supported Housing in Pennsylvania, highlights that current construction rates for new assisted units are failing to keep pace with the expiration of existing agreements. With 180,000 units currently supported by federal programs—including Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and Section 8—the potential for a significant reduction in available low-cost housing is high. In nine specific counties, up to 40% of these federally backed units are set to transition out of affordability programs by 2036.

Rising operational costs and stagnant funding exacerbate the pressure on property owners, potentially forcing them to leave these programs to remain solvent. PHFA Executive Director Robin Wiessmann emphasized that the data will guide future investment strategies to bridge the gap between expiring inventory and housing demand. To monitor this shift, the agency is developing a statewide tracking system, mandated by Act 21 of 2026, which will offer a transparent view of the Commonwealth's subsidized housing landscape starting in 2027.