The Five-Year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development (ConPlan), outlines housing, community and economic development needs, priorities, strategies, and projects to be undertaken by the City with the funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As an entitlement community, the City receives an annual share of federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). In order to receive its CDBG entitlement, the City must submit this Consolidated Plan and subsequent Annual Action Plans to HUD. The funds are intended to improve lower and moderate-income communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities. Eligible activities include community facilities and improvements, Consolidated Plan NEW LONDON 2 housing rehabilitation and preservation, development activities, public services, economic development, planning and program administration. The Consolidated Plan serves the following functions: 1) A planning document for the City, which builds upon a citizen participation process; 2) An application for federal funds under HUD’s formula grant programs; 3) A strategy to be followed in carrying out HUD programs; and, 4) An action plan that provides a basis for assessing performance. 

Five Year CBDG Consolidated Plan