The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program provides financial assistance to eligible units of local governments in the form of grants and loans for public facilities, housing rehabilitation and economic development projects. The primary beneficiaries of these projects must be very low and low income individuals. Examples of projects funded by CDBG in the respective emphasis areas are:
- Housing - housing rehabilitation of very low and low income homeowner units and rental units within a particular area.
- Public facilities - water and sewer projects, removal of architectural barriers, fire halls, ambulances, etc.
- Economic development - cities and counties receive funds to loan/grant to businesses which create jobs for low income persons.
Eligible projects must also be consistent with the following objective:
- Benefit low and moderate income persons
The North Dakota Department of Commerce Division of Community Services (NDDCS) is announcing the opening of a pre-application period for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) FY2026 beginning May 28, 2026, through July 24, 2026. Pre-applications must be received by 5pm central time on July 24, 2026, to be considered for funding.
Additional Resources
CDBG Administrative Manual - Assists grantees in implementing their respective grants in complying with federal regulations.
CDBG Guide to National Objectives and Eligible Activities - Provides information on national objectives and eligible activities for the State CDBG program. It also provides an overview of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974.
Citizen Participation Plan (SFN52662) - Provides the citizens of North Dakota with the opportunity to participate in the planning and preparation of the Consolidated Plan.
Section 504/ADA Technical Assistance Handbook - Required for new applicants and removal of architectural barriers applications.
ADA 504 Self Evaluation Guide Follow the steps "Ready to take action?"
CDBG Presentation at ND League of Cities - June 2, 2022
Environmental Review Training
North Dakota Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Overview Video Series
Additional Links
CDBG Request for Funds Required Supporting Documentation
2022 Income Limits - CDBG Income Limits are included on pages 1-6
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
HUD Denver - Contacts Directory
HUD Fargo - Contacts Directory
HUD Office of Community Planning and Development
Davis Bacon Wage Rates - Wage determination information
HUD Davis Bacon and Labor Standards
U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
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