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The Housing and Community Development Division ("HCDD") manages affordable housing and community development related initiatives on behalf of the City of Jacksonville to increase the availability of affordable housing to low-and moderate-income persons within the Jacksonville community through public and private partnerships. The vision of the Housing and Community Development Division is to enable a better quality of life for all citizens of Jacksonville, by improving the lives of low to moderate income residents, special needs residents, elderly citizens, and homeless households. The Housing and Community Development Division accomplishes this by providing financial assistance to develop safe, quality affordable housing, pathways to homeownership, infrastructure and public facility improvements, and homeless prevention and services programs.
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Documents may also be requested by calling 904-255-8200, by emailing
HCDDComments@coj.net, or by mailing a request to Housing and Community Development Division, 214 N. Hogan Street, 7th Floor, Jacksonville, Florida 32202.
HCDD Phone List - June 23
2023-2024 UNIVERSAL APPLICATIONS CYCLE
The 2023-2024 Universal Application cycle for the City of Jacksonville's Consolidated Plan Federal Grant Programs is closed.
Click here to view and download the 2023-2024 Universal Applications Package. This document includes the guidelines, application, appendix of forms, scoring rubric for reference, and the Technical Assistance and Budget Workshop powerpoint presentation. Please note applications for funding were due Thursday, January 5, 2023 and the 2023-2024 Universal Applications cycle is closed.
Please check this webpage for information on the 2024-2025 Universal Applications cycle and email
HCDDComments@coj.net to be added to the distribution list (include your name, title, phone number, and name of the organization applying for funding) for more information regarding the next funding cycle. Please note that the required workshops are typically not held until late November and early December each year, and funding is for October 1st the following year.
Click here to view the recording of the 2023-2024 Universal Applications Technical Assistance and Budget Workshop that took place on Zoom, Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 11:00AM. The passcode to view is: 2Gpf!+2!
Click here to view the Subrecipient's Guide to Applying for Federal Grant Funding video. This link will open a new window in YouTube.
Click here to view the Subrecipient's Guide to CDBG Funding for Public Service Activities. This link will open a new window in YouTube.
Click here to view the Subrecipient's Guide to CDBG Funding for Public Facility Projects. This link will open a new window in YouTube.
Click here to view the prevous program year 2022-2023 Funding Allocations.
2023-2024 UNIVERSAL APPLICATIONS DEADLINE AND SUBMISSION INFORMATION
Applications for non-housing related activities were accepted from public and private non-profit agencies starting on Monday, December 5, 2022 and due by January 5, 2023 by 5:00PM. To be included on the distribution list and receive information on the upcoming 2024-2025 Universal Applications Cycle, please email HCDDComments@coj.net and include your name, organization name, and phone number. Please note that the required workshops are typically not held until late November and early December each year, and funding is for October 1st the following year.
FY22-23 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
15 DEC 22_UA - FY23-24 Questions and Answers
30 DEC 2022-UA23-24 Questions and Answers
MANDATORY TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND BUDGET WORKSHOP
All agencies applying for funds are required to attend one Technical Assistance and Budget Workshop. The Technical Assistance and Budget Workshop must be attended by the agency's financial staff responsible for managing the grant. During the workshops, HCDD staff will review the grant application process, project eligibility, and provide information to assist with application preparation. Applications will not be accepted from agencies that have not attended at least one Technical Assistance and Budget Workshop. If, after attending a Technical Assistance and Budget Workshop, applicants need additional assistance, please send questions to HCDDComments@coj.net.
The 2023-2024 Technical Assistance and Budget Workshops took place on:
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Tuesday, November 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., virtual on Zoom
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>Applicants must register to attend the Zoom workshop, by clicking here. The registration will be completed through Zoom and a separate window may open in your internet browser.
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After registration, Zoom will send a separate link to the registrant's email to access the Technical Assistance and Budget Workshop.
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Friday, December 2, 2022 at 2:00 p.m., in-person at the Legends Community Center, Community Room
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5130 Soutel Drive, Jacksonville, Florida 3220
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Registration is not required for this in-person workshop.
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1-2 business days notification to process. Last minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please contact the Disabled Services Division at: V (904) 255-5472, TTY (904) 255-5475, or email your request to karat@coj.net. If any non-English speaking persons wish to attend the workshops and require a translator, please notify HCDD at (904) 255-8200 in advance so accommodations may be made. Last minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill.
Click here to view the Notice of Federal Funding for 2023-2024 Universal Applications Cycle in English.
Presione aquí para ver el Aviso de Fondos Federales para el Ciclo de Aplicaciones Universales 2023-2024 en español.
PAYOFF INFORMATION
Please contact carlaray@coj.net or 904-255-8243. If you are requesting payoff information for a City funded mortgage, please note that it may take 72 hours or more to provide such information.
The Headstart to Homeownership ("H2H") program is currently open to new applications.
The Limited Repair Program ("LRP") waitlist is currently closed. Please continue to monitor this webpage for program waitlist reopening. Households that are currently on the waitlist will be contacted by LRP Program Staff as applications are processed and home repairs begin.
Click here for more information on Housing Services Programs.
HOME REVOLVING LOAN FUND PROGRAM
HCDD administers federal funds received from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD"). The City uses the funds for the HOME Revolving Loan Fund ("RLF") to preserve neighborhoods, create and preserve affordable housing, and stimulate economic revitalization. In September 2022, HCDD will issue a Notice of Funding Availability ("NOFA") for Affordable Housing development projects.
Click here for more information on the HOME Revolving Loan Fund.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
Community Development is responsible for the administration of the Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG"), Emergency Solutions Grant ("ESG"), and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS ("HOPWA"), programs awarded annually to the City of Jacksonville through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Click here for more information about these programs.
FAIR HOUSING INFORMATION
HCDD administers fair housing in each of its programs and has partnered with the Jacksonville Human Rights Commission ("JHRC") to make a collaborative effort to ensure human rights and fair housing for all citizens of Jacksonville.
Click here for more information about fair housing.
SURPLUS PROPERTY DONATION PROGRAM
According to Section 125.379, Florida Statutes, and Chapter 122, Ordinance Code, the City of Jacksonville/Duval County is required every three years to adopt an inventory list of all real property within the city to which the City/County holds fee simple title that is appropriate for use as potential affordable housing. The Real Estate Division determined that no need exists for the City or any independent agency, therefore the parcels meet the affordable housing criteria.
Click here for more information about the Surplus Property Donation program.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS
2021 DRAFT HOME-ARP ALLOCATION PLAN
The City of Jacksonville (“City”) was awarded $12,060,074 in HOME-American Rescue Plan (“ARP”) funds in a one-time allocation from the U.S. Department of Urban Housing and Development (“HUD”). Federal HOME-ARP funding was created to assist individuals or households who are experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, and other vulnerable populations, by providing affordable housing, rental assistance, supportive services, and non-congregate shelter, to reduce homelessness and increase housing stability. The HOME-ARP Allocation plan ("the plan") defines the use of the HOME-ARP grant funds to address these needs within the HUD-approved eligible activities. The City will make funds available for activities once the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan’s associated consultation, public participation process, and HUD approval have been completed through the substantial amendment of the PY 2021 Annual Action Plan. The City has allocated the HOME-ARP funds for the following activities: acquisition and development of non-congregate shelters and administration and planning.
Click here to view the 2021 HOME-ARP Allocation Plan, updated October 24, 2022.
ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
The purpose of the Annual Action Plan is to provide a concise summary of the actions, activities, and the specific federal and non-federal resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and specific goals identified by the Consolidated Plan. The Consolidated Plan is carried out through Annual Action Plans.
The City of Jacksonville's available Program Year 2023 available federal funding amounts are:
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Emergency Solutions Grant $572,658
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HOME Investment Partnership $3,695,329
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Community Development Block Grant $6,626,210
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Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS $3,028,862
CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT ("CAPER")
Notice of Public Hearing and Comment Period
The CAPER provides accomplishments and expenditure information on the four HUD funded programs ("CDBG", "HOME", "HOPWA" and "ESG") administered by the City of Jacksonville during the 2021 Program Year (“PY2021”) which ran from October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022.
A public hearing regarding the PY2021 CAPER was held on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 3:30 p.m., in-person at the Legends Community Center, Community Room, 5130 Soutel Drive, Jacksonville, Florida 32208.
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1-2 business days notification to process. Last minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please contact the Disabled Services Division at: V (904) 255-5472, TTY (904) 255-5475, or email your request to karat@coj.net. If any non-English speaking persons wish to attend the public hearing and require a translator, please notify HCDD at (904) 255-8200 in advance so accommodations may be made. Last minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill.
The draft CAPER was available for a fifteen (15) day public review and comment period, from Saturday, December 3, 2022 through Saturday, December 17, 2022. A copy of the draft CAPER will be made available online during the review period, by emailing a request to hcddcomments@coj.net, by calling the Housing and Community Development Division at 904-255-8200, or by mailing a request to:
Housing and Community Development Division
Request for CAPER
214 N. Hogan Street, 7th Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Comments should be submitted in writing via email to HCDDComments@coj.net, or in writing or verbal and delivered to Housing and Community Development, 214 N. Hogan Street, 7th Floor, Jacksonville, Florida 32202, or telephonically by calling 904-255-8200. Comments must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. Saturday, December 17, 2022. The final PY2021 CAPER will be submitted to HUD on or before December 30, 2022.
Click here to view the 2021 CAPER Draft document.
Click here to view the Public Notice for the 2021 CAPER Comment Period and Public Hearing in English.
Click here to view the Public Notice for the 2021 CAPER Comment Period and Public Hearing in Spanish.
CONSOLIDATED PLAN
The Consolidated Plan is designed to help states and local jurisdictions to assess their affordable housing and community development needs and market conditions, and to make data-driven, place-based investment decisions. The consolidated planning process serves as the framework for a community-wide dialogue to identify housing and community development priorities that align and focus funding from the CPD formula block grant programs: Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG") Program, HOME Investment Partnerships ("HOME") Program, Emergency Solutions Grants ("ESG") Program, and Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS ("HOPWA") Program. The Consolidated Plan is carried out through Annual Action Plans, which provide a concise summary of the actions, activities, and the specific federal and non-federal resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and specific goals identified by the Consolidated Plan. Grantees report on accomplishments and progress toward Consolidated Plan goals in the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report ("CAPER").
A public hearing regarding the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan occurred on August 2, 2021.
Click here to view the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan.
DISASTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION REGARDING DISASTER ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS ADMINISTERED BY THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
If you are seeking assistance for damages caused by Hurricane Irma, please click here to visit the Rebuild Florida website. Rebuild Florida is a State-run program that is not associated with the City of Jacksonville.
HELPFUL HOUSING RESOURCES
Click here to view other housing resources.
CONTACT
Housing and Community Development
214 N. Hogan St., 7th Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32202
Main Telephone: (904) 255-8200
Fax: (904) 255-8209
HCDDComments@coj.net
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