Federal Housing Programs

Welcome to the City of Vancouver’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership programs! These federally funded initiatives are overseen by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Annually, the City of Vancouver is allocated CDBG and HOME funding to support projects and programs that directly benefit residents facing low-income challenges. Navigate through our website to delve into the details of these programs, their impact on our community, and our unwavering commitment to creating a city that embraces diversity, inclusivity, and housing equity.

NOTICE OF HEARING AND REQUEST FOR COMMENT – 2023 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT AND SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE 2022 ACTION PLAN

The public comment period for the Substantial Amendment to the 2022 Action Plan will run for thirty (30) days beginning August 23, 2024.

City Council will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on the funding and beneficiary accomplishments for program year 2023 on September 16, 2024, at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers, Fl 2, at City Hall (415 W 6th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660).

2022 Action Plan Substantial Amendment

Cancel – City Set-aside $300,000 CDBG Fourth Plain Commons; Reallocate $300,000 CDBG to Homeowner Rehabilitation Program

It was previously anticipated that this CDBG set-aside funding would be utilized to provide payment on the Section 108 loan for Fourth Plain Commons. Due to delays in project completion, the initial installment payment for this project will not be due until August 2025. These reserved funds will be repurposed to the City-operated Homeowner Rehabilitation Program to assist homeowners with low- to moderate-income make needed repairs to their home.

The 2023 Draft CAPER is available to review as well as the 2023 CAPER Infographic below. Public comments are encouraged and will be accepted through 5 PM, Sunday, September 22, 2024. Public comments may be submitted in writing to Samantha Whitley, CDBG Program, PO Box 1995, Vancouver WA 98668-1995 or samantha.whitley@cityofvancouver.us or by calling (360) 487-7952.

The public comment period for the 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report will run for fifteen (15) days beginning Friday, September 6, 2024.

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is federally funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) that supports community development activities to build stronger and more resilient communities. Each year, the City of Vancouver receives approximately $1.3 million in CDBG funding to support projects and programs benefiting residents experiencing low-income. Funds are awarded yearly on a competitive basis to programs or projects that are selected and approved by City Council.

The Vancouver City Council determines the funding priorities for the City’s CDBG program based on community needs. Current priorities include: revitalizing eligible neighborhoods, providing housing and services to people experiencing low and moderate income and/or homelessness and providing business technical assistance.

HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)

HOME is the largest Federal block grant to State and local governments designed exclusively to create affordable housing. HOME funds activities such as building, buying, and/or rehabilitating affordable housing for rent or homeownership or providing direct rental assistance to people experiencing low income. Each year, the City of Vancouver considers applications for affordable housing activities supported by HOME Funds.

Fair Housing

The City of Vancouver’s CDBG and HOME-funded activities operate under fair housing practices. Fair housing is the right to choose housing free from unlawful discrimination. Fair housing laws protect people from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, disability, and housing choice voucher status. For more information, visit the Fair Housing Center of Washington, the Washington State Human Rights Commission, or the Department of Housing and Urban Development.