Livable Communities Development Projects
The Livable Communities Development Projects grant from the Metropolitan Council funds research-driven affordable housing, environmental cleanup, and community development in the Twin Cities metro.
Funder: Metropolitan Council
Due Dates: April 15, 2026 (Round 1) | May 7, 2026 (Intent for MN Housing RFP) | July 9, 2026 (MN Housing RFP) | October 15, 2026 (Round 2)
Funding Amounts: $26.9M total available in 2026; up to $500,000 per early-stage application; up to $2,000,000 per construction-stage application; 3-year grant term (with possible 2-year extension).
Summary: Supports affordable housing, environmental cleanup, and community-focused development in the Twin Cities metro through grants at all project stages.
Key Information: Applicants must be cities, counties, townships, or development authorities in the 7-county metro enrolled in the program; private/nonprofit partners allowed but cannot apply directly.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Metropolitan Council, funds development projects that create, rehabilitate, or preserve affordable housing and foster community-focused commercial spaces in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Funding supports a wide range of activities, including pre-development, acquisition, environmental site investigation and cleanup, site preparation, and construction. The program aims to enhance livability, promote equitable access to affordable housing, and stimulate economic growth in participating communities.
