Virtual IZ Orientation Course Schedule

Households interested in purchasing or leasing an Inclusionary Zoning (IZ) home must register for the IZ program and take the required IZ Orientation Class.

How to Find a Class

A list of Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) and which classes they offer is located below this page. Please note that this information is for general guidance only and you should contact the CBOs to confirm dates, times, and specifics. Please be on time as students who are more than 15 minutes late may not be admitted and may need to reschedule.

Length of Classes

The IZO is a one-time session that typically lasts two hours. The 8-hour homeownership class (the same class required by HPAP) typically lasts 8 hours.

About the Class Completion Certificates and Login Credentials

The CBOs will provide the certificate and the login credentials upon completion of the class and each certificate is valid for two years for IZ.

Next Steps After Completing the Classes

  • After taking the IZO (whether for the first time or as a renewal), you will receive the certificate and your login credentials to access it.
  • To continue your initial registration beyond the initial two years, you will need to re-take the IZO before your two-year certificate expires.
  • Once you complete the registration you should start getting emails from DHCD about available IZ rental units.
  • To view properties that participate in the IZ and Affordable Dwelling Unit (ADU) programs as well as other affordable unit options, please visit www.dchousingsearch.org.
  • Most IZ units and some ADUs may only be rented or purchased through the lottery process, but any units listed on www.dchousingsearch.org as ‘Non-lottery IZ’ may be able to accept applications outside of the lottery process.
  • The IZ program only accepts 8-hour homebuyer certificates from the following organizations: Housing Counseling Services, Latino Economic Development Center, Lydia’s House, Manna, Marshall Heights Community Development Organization or University Legal Services (all locations).