Community Development Block Grant & HOME Program

The City of Huntington Beach participates in the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs. Each year the City uses CDBG and HOME funds to assist nonprofit public service organizations that provide services and housing to low- and moderate-income residents. The City also provides funding for selected capital expenditure projects that result in developments or construction that meet the eligibility criteria for federal program funds.

The CDBG program is authorized under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), through the federal budget process, allocates funds to communities who carry out the national objectives of the CDBG program: to benefit Low-Moderate Income persons, prevent or eliminate slums or blight, or to meet an urgent community need. Seventy percent (70%) of funds benefit persons of 80% median income or less. Click Here and select "Orange County, CA" to access current HUD Income Limits for Huntington Beach.

The Citizen Participation Advisory Board makes recommendations to City Council on the funding for this program. Applications for funding are considered annually. Typically applications are due in December for funding during the fiscal year beginning the following July. If you would like to receive notice of available funding please submit your request to [email protected].

FY 2024-2025 NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY (NOFA)

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

The City of Huntington Beach (City) anticipates receiving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program funds from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for qualifying projects and programs during the 2024-25 Fiscal Year. It is suggested that applicants review the Application Handbook to ensure that all submissions are eligible, complete, and provided with the appropriate documentation:

For more information, please contact Charles Kovac, Housing Manager, at [email protected] or Gregory Hoang, Sr. Housing Analyst, at [email protected]

HOME Investment Partnerships

In an effort to expand and preserve its existing affordable housing stock, Huntington Beach has worked with Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) to acquire multifamily rental properties. These buildings are rehabilitated and then are made available to persons below 60% of Orange County Median Income for a minimum of 15 years. The CHDO must enter into an agreement with the City that outlines all of the affordability requirements, property maintenance standards, and long-term monitoring requirements that are required by HOME regulations.

HOME-ARP Funds

The City received $2.24 million HOME-American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) funding from HUD. These funds must be used to assist individuals or households who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, and other vulernable populations, by providing housing, rental assistance, supportive services, and non-congregate shelter, to reduce homelessness and increase housing stability in Huntington Beach. Below is the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan describing how the $2.24 million HOME-ARP funds will be used.

Huntington Beach HOME-ARP Allocation Plan

HOME Investment Partnerships Projects

Huntington Beach Senior Housing (Jamboree Housing Corporation)

Consolidated Plan - Annual Action Plan - CAPER

The Consolidated Plan is a five-year planning document for the CDBG and HOME programs that is approved by City Council and is submitted to HUD. Each year, City Council approves the Action Plan that describes the activities and projects that are funded through these programs.

Consolidated Plan for 2020-2024:

Obtain these documents by clicking on the links below.

Contact Information: Gregory Hoang, Sr. Housing Analyst (714) 536-5473

Citizen Participation

The Citizen Participation Plan is the document that sets forth the local policies for citizen participation in developing the Consolidated Plan and subsequent Action Plans. The Citizen Participation Advisory Board (CPAB) is a volunteer board of seven individuals appointed by City Council. The CPAB holds two public hearings on community needs each year

Click here for the CPAB page, including the meeting schedule.

Recent Agendas

Click here for recent agendas

MEETING ASSISTANCE NOTICE-AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in the Citizen Participation Advisory Board meeting (not including transportation), please call staff 72 hours prior to the meeting. Phone: (714) 536-5582.

Activities & Projects

The Enhancement Areas, determined by the 2006-2010 American Community Survey conducted by the US Census Bureau, are the City's geographic areas eligible for CDBG activities based on "area benefit" that requires a direct benefit to those who live in the area. Other city-wide activities and services may be eligible under the "limited clientele" benefit that is based on HUD income standards.

Eligible Area Maps

List of Eligible Census Tracts and Block Groups

Single Family Rehabilitation Loan and Grant Programs

Broad-Level Tiered Environmental Review for Activity/Project that is Categorically Excluded Subject to Section 58.5--Single Family Rehabilitation Loan and Grant Programs

Did you know?

The city has over 1,000 parking spaces near the beach! You can purchase the Annual Beach Parking pass that allows discounted parking prices near the City beach. Learn more about this beach parking pass.

Contact Information

City of Huntington Beach
Office of Business Development
2000 Main Street
Huntington Beach, CA
Phone: (714) 536-5582
Fax: (714) 375-5087