Community Development

The Community Development Division is committed to improving the quality of life for low and moderate income residents by facilitating meaningful programs that address the root causes of poverty and involving all community stakeholders in the development and implementation of programs and projects.

HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Notice of Public Meeting and Comment Period

A public meeting will be held virtually on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 5:30 PM via Zoom at: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84517047558

The City’ Community Development division will discuss the HOME-ARP Allocation from the American Rescue Plan’s proposed activities and funding allocations. This is a part of the planning process which allows the public to comment and provide input on Community Development’s proposed plans as they develop their HOME-ARP Plan. 

Submission of the HOME-ARP Plan serves as the City’s application for funding under HOME Investment Partnership programs. HOME funds are primarily used to create affordable housing opportunities for low to moderate income persons. The HOME-ARP funds may be utilized  for Homeless Assistance and Supportive Services Program for tenant based rental assistance, development of affordable housing, supportive services, or acquisition and development of non-congregate shelter for shelter or permanent housing. 

A DRAFT of the HOME-ARP plan will be available for review online on this page. A printed copy can be requested. Written comments will be accepted until the end of the day on Monday, March 20, 2023 and can be sent to: Community Development, P.O. Box 2207, Greenville, SC 29602, Attn: Ashlee Tolbert, Community Development Program Planner or emailed to atolbert@greenvillesc.gov. For further information, please call Ashlee Tolbert at 864-467-4570.

NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY (NOFA) 2023 - 2024

The City of Greenville’s Community Development division is currently accepting proposals from qualified organizations for the Program Year 2023 – 2024 for the Community Development Block Grant program (CDBG), the HOME Investment Partnership program, and Housing Opportunities for Persons with HIV/AIDs (HOPWA) funding.

In accordance with Community Development goals and objectives, applications and proposals for eligible projects assisting low- and moderate-income citizens within the city limits of Greenville will be accepted. Proposals must comply with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requirements and criteria listed in 24 CFR Part 570 and 24 CFR Part 92 based on respective funding sources. 

All proposals are due Friday, March 3, 2023, by 5:00pm.  For more information or to schedule a pre-application appointment with staff, please contact Regina Wynder at 864-467-4570 or rwynder@greenvillesc.gov.