CDBG Disaster Recovery Program

CDBG Disaster Recovery Program Disaster Recovery This page provides access to key resources and updates related to Indiana’s Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program. It supports recovery efforts from the March 31, 2023, tornado disaster and outlines how funds are being used to rebuild and strengthen communities. Program Overview The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has allocated over $7,6 million in long-term recovery funds to the State of Indiana to support recovery and mitigation efforts following the severe storms and tornadoes under FEMA Disaster Declaration 4704. This funding, made available through the Disaster Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2025 (Public Law 118-158), is intended to address major disasters that occurred in 2023 and 2024. CDBG-DR Funding Uses & Requirements At least 80 % of funds must support projects in HUD-designated Most Impacted & Distressed (MID) areas (Sullivan County, ZIP 47882). At least 70 % of total funding must benefit low- and moderate-income people. At least 15 % of funds must be used for mitigation projects to reduce future disaster risk. How Can Funds Be Used? Mitigation and Resilience Planning Program Disaster Recovery Infrastructure Program Blight Elimination Program Homeowner Occupied Property Enhancement Program Economic Revitalization Program Description Eligibility Program Materials Description Eligibility Program Materials Description Eligibility Program Materials Description Eligibility Program Materials Description Eligibility Program Materials Projection of Expenditures and Outcomes Review projected spending across housing, infrastructure and economic revitalization programs, including expected impacts and timelines. Coming soon Policies and Procedures Action Plan & Amendments Citizen Participation Plan Performance Reports CDBG-DR - Financial Management and Grant Compliance Certification Requirements CDBG-DR - Sullivan Policies and Procedures for Housing Programs Explore the Office of Community and Rural Affairs’ comprehensive strategy for disaster recovery, including funding allocations, program descriptions and mitigation planning. Current Click here to view the CDBG-DR Final Action Plan Click  here to view the CDBG-DR Notice of Public Comment Period Click  here to view the CDBG-DR Action Plan Draft Previous CDBG DISASTER RECOVERY APPROPRIATION 1 ACTION PLANS Action Plan Action Plan- Amendment 1 Action Plan- Amendment 2 Action Plan- Amendment 3 Action Plan- Amendment 4 CDBG DISASTER RECOVERY APPROPRIATION 2 ACTION PLANS Action Plan Amendment #13 Action Plan Amendment #12 Action Plan Amendment #11 Action Plan Amendment #10 Action Plan Amendment#9 Action Plan Amendment #8 Action Plan Amendment #7 Action Plan Amendment #6 Action Plan Amendment #5  (method of distribution only) Action Plan Amendment #4 (method of distribution only) Action Plan Amendment #3 Action Plan Amendment 2 Action Plan Amendment Action Plan Learn how the Office of Community and Rural Affairs engages residents, stakeholders and local governments in shaping recovery efforts through public hearings, outreach and feedback. Access quarterly performance reports submitted through HUD’s Disaster Recovery Grant Reporting system, detailing progress and outcomes. Contracts Browse executed contracts funded through CDBG-DR, including agreements with subrecipients and vendors. Current Procurements Stay informed about active procurement opportunities. CDBG-DR Contact Information Questions can be sent to:  [email protected] . Please remember to write “Question” in the subject line of your email. Below are questions received with corresponding answers: Frequently Asked Questions (coming soon) Previous Disaster Allocations 2008 Disaster Recovery Assistance