Community Development Block Grant
Annually, the Town of West Hartford obtains Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). For the fiscal year starting on July 1, 2024, local organizations are encouraged to submit funding applications between February 13 and March 19. Two public hearings will be conducted to gather feedback and address inquiries related to the CDBG application, program eligibility, and HUD requirements. Additionally, written comments are greatly appreciated.
CDBG Annual Action Plans
CDBG CAPER
Five Year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development
You may review the current plan of the 2020-2024 Five Year CON-Plan, which was approved by HUD in November 2020. In addition, two Substantial Amendments have been made to the approved plan; the first acknowledged and accepted CARES Act Funding (CDBG-CV) of $963,044; and the second adjusted budget amounts for various CDBG-CV funded activities.
As of October 2021, the Town of West Hartford has made two Substantial Amendments to the 2020 Annual Action Plan. The first Substantial Amendment (May 2021) acknowledges, accepts and allocates $963,044 in Community Development Block Grant – CARES Act (CDBG-CV) funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to assist with community needs to prepare, prevent or respond to COVID-19. The second Substantial Amendment (September 2021) adjusts the budget of various eligible activities so that the plan reflects accurate anticipated expenditures. Public Notice for Third Substantial Amendment (May 2022).