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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides annual grants through its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program on a formula basis to states, cities and counties to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment, and by expanding economic opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income persons. Eligible activities include community facilities and improvements, housing rehabilitation and preservation, development activities, public services, economic development, planning, and administration.
The CDBG program is authorized under Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, Public Law 93-383, as amended 42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq. The program was designed to reinforce several important values and principles of community development:
- CDBG's flexibility empowers people and communities to design and implement strategies tailored to their own needs and priorities.
- CDBG's emphasis on consolidated planning expands and strengthens partnerships among all levels of government and the private sector in enhancing community development.
- CDBG's technical assistance activities and set-aside for grantees builds the capacity of these partners.
Union County became an entitlement grantee in 2016 and began receiving an annual allocation of CDBG funds from HUD on July 1, 2016.
Please Note:
Every three years, Union County invites all municipalities to participate in the program, maximizing funding opportunities for communities. However, funding is only available to municipalities and unincorporated areas that formally choose to participate. The City of Monroe has opted out of receiving CDBG funding from the County for 2025, 2026 and 2027. As a result, Monroe residents will not have access to these grant-funded programs through the County during this period. However, Monroe-based nonprofits that serve residents of participating municipalities remain eligible to apply for CDBG funding.
Septic System Repair Program
The Septic System Repair Program helps low and moderate-income homeowners rehabilitate their septic systems. To qualify, applicants must reside in Union County and meet eligibility requirements.
The application period for our septic system repair program is now closed. However, plans are currently underway to offer this program again. Please check this page for future updates and an announcement about the next application period.
Please email CDBG@unioncountync.gov with any questions about this program.
If your application is rejected, information on the appeals process can be found here.
Reports
Five-Year Consolidated Plan
In order for Union County to receive CDBG entitlement funds, the County must prepare a five-year strategic plan that identifies housing and community needs, prioritizes these needs, identifies resources to address needs, and establishes annual goals and objectives to meet the identified needs. This plan is known as the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and outlines a strategy for the County to follow for the use of CDBG funding to achieve the goals of the CDBG program.
Annual Action Plan
The Five-Year Consolidated Plan includes an Annual Action Plan for the first year of the consolidated plan. After the first program year, the consolidated plan is amended with an Annual Action Plan for each subsequent program year. The Annual Action Plan describes the funding levels and activities to be undertaken during the individual upcoming program year for the CDBG program to address the priority needs and objectives outlined in the Five-Year Consolidated Plan.
Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
The Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report focuses on resources that were committed and expended during a specified period.
Citizen Participation Plan
A Citizen Participation Plan shows how Union will involve it’s citizen in decisions about how federal housing and community development funds are used. The plan includes things like public meetings, opportunities to comment on plans, and making information easy to understand and access.
Contact
If you have questions, please email CDBG@unioncountync.gov