Community Development Block Grant
CDBG Program Summary
The Community Development Block Grant program (CDBG – Small Cities) is one of the longest running programs of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). CDBG is a grant given to states to provide to local governments (towns, cities and counties) and is distributed through a need-based formula. The primary objective of Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 is to develop sustainable satisfactory communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities (principally for persons of low to moderate income).
CDBG Program Benefits
Most CDBG-Small Cities’ funding is used for infrastructure development – water and sewage, building subsidized housing, etc. Currently there are 47 infrastructure projects throughout the state which represents an investment of approximately $50 million worth investment in infrastructure improvements.
CDBG Funding
The amount of CDBG funding varies annually depending on appropriations by Congress. The 2017 allocation was $12,288,766. The annual allocation has varied from around $15 million in 2011 to more than $12 million in 2016. On average that is around $13 million a year.
Source of Funds:
- Federal Agency – U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
- CFDA Number and Name – 14.288: CDBG
Funding Cycle – Applications and awards proceed on an annual basis, with applications generally due in May and awards generally announced in December.
Authorizing Legislation/Statute – Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974
