SACRAMENTO, CA—California is to receive $12 million in added Federal funding for the Section 811 program that provides rental assistance for low-income residents.

THE BRONX, NY—2415 Third Avenue, a commercial loft building located in the Mott Haven neighborhood brought $31 million, and the purchasing partnership plans to put $12 million into improvements.

UNCASVILLE, CT—The seven-story Earth Hotel will add 400 rooms to the tribal complex, with expectations that it will further boost area tourism.

IRVINE, CA—Institutional investment veteran George Ochs, formerly of JP Morgan will direct additional initiatives.

LUND, Sweden—Fund manager will purchase Nova Lund Shopping Centre, and sees opportunities as it expands Nordic retail holdings.

DENVER—The 34-story tower will provide mountain and skyline views and will include 10,000 square feet of retail and a 300-space underground parking garage. It is scheduled for completion in 2017.

LOS ANGELES—According to a recent CBRE report, retailers worldwide are thinking globally, with US firms among the most aggressive.

NEW YORK, NY—With major spaces returning to the market in ten buildings, bargain hunting may continue in class B.