Definition
State and local organizations that are responsible for administering the Community Development Block Grant funds that are authorized under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. Federal dollars, which are provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, can be utilized for a wide range of activities that are directed towards neighborhood revitalization; economic development; upgrading of basic infrastructure such as streets, water and waste water systems; and improvements in community facilities and services. The purpose of the CDBG program is to develop viable communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low and moderate income.
URL Name
TD-1100-1500
Third Level Code
TD-1100
Taxonomy Code
TD-1100.1500
Parent Code
TD-1100
Family Code
T
Second Level Code
TD
Fourth Level Code
TD-1100-1500
Publication Status
Online