Housing Planning Grant Program
This grant funds Colorado local and regional efforts to develop or update housing needs assessments, action plans, and key comprehensive plan elements related to water and growth.
Funder: Department of Local Affairs
Due Dates: December 3, 2025 | March 30, 2026 | August 17, 2026
Funding Amounts: ~$7,000,000 available for Round 5; no minimum/maximum per award; 25% local match required; typical awards $7,500–$525,000+
Summary: Supports Colorado local and regional planning for housing needs assessments, action plans, and key comprehensive plan elements.
Key Information: Only specific plan elements (not full comprehensive plans) are eligible; funds cannot cover indirect or existing staff costs.
Description
The Housing Planning Grant Program provides financial support to Colorado local governments and regional entities to develop or update housing needs assessments (HNAs), housing action plans, and comprehensive plan elements related to water supply and strategic growth. The program is designed to help jurisdictions comply with SB24-174 (C.R.S. §§ 24-32-3701 — 24-32-3711) requirements, advance actionable housing strategies, and meet statutory deadlines for planning and community engagement. Projects may include new assessments/plans or updates to ensure compliance with evolving state law.
