CDBG partners with rural cities and counties to improve the lives of their low- and moderate-income residents through the creation and expansion of community and economic development opportunities in support of livable communities.
HUD Objective: The primary federal objective of the CDBG program is the development of viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment and through expanding economic opportunities, principally, for persons of low- and moderate-income. “Persons of low and moderate income” are defined as families, households, and individuals whose incomes do not exceed 80 percent of the county median income, adjusted for family or household size.
Notice of Funding Availability
| Year | Document Name | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | NOFA Amendment #1 — 12/15/2025 | Download |
| 2025 | NOFA | Download |
| Apply Now - “Solicitation Page" | Link | |
| 2025 | Appendix A — Community Need Score | Download |
| 2025 | Appendix B — Housing Element and Growth Control | Download |
| 2025 | Appendix C — Resolution Template of the Governing Body (Required) | Download |
| 2025 | Appendix D — CDBG Application Certifications and Statement of Assurances | Download |
| 2025 | Appendix E — Sample DRAFT Standard Agreement (2024) | Download |
| 2025 | Appendix F — CDBG Scoring Matrix | Download |
| 2025 | Appendix G — General Admin Calculator | Download |
Program Overview
CDBG funds are provided as grants to non-entitlement jurisdictions. Grants can vary based on annual allocations and activity limits. Must address one of three national objectives:
- Benefit low- and moderate-income persons
- Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight, or
- Meet an urgent need
Planning and Technical Assistance Grants (PTA) are available through the annual Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Non-entitlement jurisdictions [cities with populations under 50,000 and counties with populations under 200,000 in unincorporated areas that do not participate in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) CDBG entitlement program]. Non-federally recognized Native American communities and Colonia, as defined by the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, may apply as partners with eligible jurisdictions.