Welcome! Ocean County, in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), manages the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME). These programs aim to uplift our community by improving infrastructure, enhancing ADA accessibility, expanding economic opportunities, and providing affordable housing and rental assistance for low- and moderate-income (LMI) residents.
Strategic Planning: Our efforts are guided by the Consolidated Plan (ConPlan), a comprehensive five-year strategy that aligns our local CDBG and HOME initiatives with federal requirements. This plan helps us prioritize projects and allocate resources to best support LMI individuals and foster sustainable growth in Ocean County. Integral to the ConPlan, the Annual Action Plan (AAP) details CPD funding allocations and specific projects each year, while the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) tracks our progress in achieving these goals and addressing community needs.
Stay Informed: To ensure transparency and keep you updated, HUD offers its Exchange, where you can access reports and Environmental Review Records. Explore these resources to understand our ongoing efforts and progress.
Get Involved: Your engagement is key to our success. Participate in public hearings, submit comments, and help shape the future of our community. Interested in applying for funding? Find detailed application information on our homepage.
FIVE-YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLANNINGConPlan - Mar 20, 2024 Ocean County Brick Toms River Lakewood
AAP - Draft PY 2024 Ocean County Brick Toms River Lakewood
CAPER - Draft PY 2023 Ocean County
PARTICIPATE - SHAPE OUR COMMUNITY'S FUTURECommittee Participation CDBG Organization Meeting Regional Non-Profits/Public Service Sub-committee Steering Committee County Housing Advisory Committee (CHAC)Citizen Participation AAP Public Hearing #1 | Pre-Development APP Public Comment Period AAP Public Hearing #2 CAPER Public Hearing #4 Consolidated Plan Public Meeting #1 Consolidated Plan Public Meeting #2 Consolidated Plan Public Meeting #3ConPlan Surveys Community Needs Fair Housing Housing Public Housing
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APPLICATIONAccess the CDBG application files from the menu. The application process is divided into key steps designed to guide applicants:
Eligibility Assessment: Ensure your proposed project aligns with HUD's eligibility criteria and supports the priorities in the Consolidated Plan and Three-Year Objectives.
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