Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Infrastructure Funding

The City of Lewisville, through its Neighborhood and Inspection Services Department Community Grants Division, administers Community Development Block Grant funding provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This funding opportunity supports public infrastructure projects for the 2026-2027 program year, which runs from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. The program is designed to advance the broader mission of the federal Community Development Block Grant program, which is to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanded economic opportunities, particularly for low- to moderate-income individuals and households. For this funding cycle, the City of Lewisville anticipates approximately 500000 dollars in available funding, pending final federal allocation. The funding is offered through a competitive Request for Proposals process, with individual project requests required to fall between 50000 dollars and 500000 dollars. Awards may be made at amounts lower than requested depending on evaluation outcomes and available funding. The program supports a one-year grant cycle, and all awarded funds operate on a reimbursement basis tied to documented project progress and expenses. Eligible projects must qualify under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and meet at least one national objective defined by HUD. Projects must also align with priority needs or goals identified in the City of Lewisville Consolidated Plan for 2022-2026. This funding specifically supports public infrastructure projects, defined as physical or “brick and mortar” initiatives such as acquisition, construction, expansion, or repair of facilities and infrastructure. Examples of previously funded projects include nonprofit facility expansions, park playground installations, and street or sewer repairs. The program explicitly excludes social services and staff salary costs associated with service delivery. Eligible applicants include nonprofit organizations with demonstrated administrative and financial capacity to carry out construction-related projects, as well as City of Lewisville departments. Other community groups that do not qualify directly may still engage with staff to propose projects that could be sponsored or implemented by the City. Applicants are strongly encouraged to consult with program staff early to confirm project eligibility and to understand federal compliance requirements, which may include environmental reviews, labor standards such as Davis-Bacon, procurement rules, reporting obligations, and other regulatory conditions. Applications must be submitted through the City of Lewisville Neighborly application portal. The application period opens on April 21, 2026, and closes on May 22, 2026 at 12:00 PM. Submitted proposals undergo an internal eligibility review before being evaluated and scored by the Community Development Block Grant Advisory Committee. Final funding decisions are based on scoring outcomes and alignment with program priorities. Applicants will be notified of award decisions by July 2026. Contracts for funded projects will become effective on or after October 1, 2026. Awardees must submit periodic reimbursement requests along with detailed progress reports, typically on a quarterly or monthly basis depending on the nature of the project. The program is competitive and funding is not guaranteed even for previously successful applicants. For technical assistance or questions, applicants may contact Elena Shehan, Neighborhood Services Manager, via email or phone.

Consult with program staff early to confirm eligibility and understand federal compliance requirements including environmental and labor regulations