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Community Development Block Grant Program
City of Jackson Office of Housing and Community Development · City program
Jackson uses federal CDBG funds for housing rehabilitation and related neighborhood improvements, including work that can help homeowners with repairs. The city does not say this is a dedicated disaster-hardening grant, but it is a current city-administered housing assistance source.
Program details
How it works
The City of Jackson says its Development Assistance Division administers the city’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The city says CDBG funds are used to improve the living environment, quality of life, and housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income citizens.
What the money covers
The city says CDBG funds are used for:
- Housing rehabilitation
- Roadway paving and paving assessments
- Prescription assistance
- Community centers
- Sidewalks and parks
- ADA-accessible restrooms and entrances in public buildings
Important limitation
This is not described as a stand-alone home hardening program. It is a broader city housing/community development funding stream that includes housing rehabilitation.
Program structure
The city says it works with local businesses and nonprofit service providers on some CDBG projects.
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