Housing and Community Development Office: 7500 Maple Ave. Takoma Park, MD 20912 301.891.7119 301.270.4568 FAX Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday

Takoma Park has a number of initiatives to help create vibrant, healthy communities. Many of these initiatives are funded through the Community Development Block Grant Program.

What is a Community Development Block Grant?

Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) are federal from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ( HUD ) that are distributed to communities for projects which ensure decent housing, a safe environment, and economic opportunity. To learn more about the program, refer to HUD's Community Development Library.

Who benefits from CDBG projects?

CDBG projects primarily assist people who earn low and moderate incomes and/or low and moderate income neighborhoods of the City.

Who can apply for CDBG funds?

Any non-profit organization, agency, or CHDO (Community Housing Development Organization) that is serving the Takoma Park, MD population may apply. Individuals may not apply.

What types of projects can be funded with CDBG?

CDBG funds are used for the following types of projects:

• Repair and rehabilitation of homes
• Affordable housing initiatives
• Accessibility modifications to homes, buildings, and public sidewalks.
• Loans and technical assistance to local businesses to create and retain jobs
• Grants to non-profit public service agencies that assist low/moderate income people
• Improvements to sidewalks, playgrounds, parks, and sewer/water facilities located in low/moderate income neighborhoods
• Special planning, feasibility, or design studies

How does an organization apply for CDBG funds?

The applications are generally available in July with a deadline of mid to late August. They can be obtained from the City of Takoma Park Housing and Community Development Department, Monday - Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm and on-line.

When are CDBG funds available?

Funds are typically available within 12 - 18 months of the year applied. For example, 2009 funds will be available in late January 2010.

Where can I get an application?

Right here, or call the number below.

• CDBG Overview and Fact Sheet
• CDBG Application
• CDBG Goals
• CDBG Eligible Area Map

For more information about Community Development Block Grants please contact the Housing and Community Development office at 301.891.7224.