Program Overview
The
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is an entitlement program
administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The
program provides funding to support affordable housing and community development
needs throughout Lakewood. The grant amount is based on population size and the
number of low-income persons living in the community.
CDBG
funds are used for a wide range of community development activities including
neighborhood revitalization, economic development and improved community
facilities and services HUD requires. Any project receiving CDBG funding is
required from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to meet at
least one of three national objectives:
- Benefit low- and
moderate-income persons
- Aid in the prevention or elimination of slum or
blight
- Meet urgent community development needs
The
Planning Department is responsible for administering the CDBG program.
Lakewood’s CDBG program year runs from June 1 - May 31. Lakewood receives
approximately $900,000 in CDBG funds annually. The majority of the CDBG funds
are used to address identified community needs through projects managed by
various city departments.