HOPWA can be used for the acquisition, rehabilitation, conversion, and repair of housing facilities for use by low-income
persons living with HIV/AIDS. It can also be used for construction of new Single Room Occupancy and Community Residence
facilities. For example, if a multi-family building is being rehabilitated for affordable rentals, HOPWA monies could be used
as part of the project's financing, but it could not be used for the new construction of a multi-family project. Eligible costs
include property acquisition costs, as well as "soft" and "hard" costs related to development, repair, and rehabilitation.
"Soft" costs include architectural, engineering, and permitting costs. "Hard" capital costs include material and labor
contracts for construction, rehabilitation, and repair activities.