CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program
The CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program funds Illinois communities to repair and preserve affordable housing, improving safety and living conditions for low-to-moderate income residents.
Funder: Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Due Dates: August 27, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $300,000–$800,000 per award | Total program funding: $15,000,000 | ~18 awards anticipated
Summary: Supports rehabilitation and preservation of affordable housing in eligible Illinois communities to improve safety and quality of life.
Key Information: Mandatory technical assistance session required for applicants.
Description
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Housing Rehabilitation Program, administered by the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), provides funding to eligible Illinois communities for the rehabilitation and preservation of affordable housing. The program aims to address critical housing needs by supporting projects that improve the safety, quality, and sustainability of single-family, owner-occupied homes for low-to-moderate income residents. The initiative is designed to revitalize neighborhoods, enhance community well-being, and ensure access to safe, quality living environments.
