Home investment partnerships program

The County of Sumter received a $666,015.73 formula grant award from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) under the Home Investment Partnerships Program (CFDA 14.239), with an award date of September 16, 2025, and a completion date of September 30, 2034. This funding supports the expansion of affordable housing supply for low- and very low-income households in Sumter County, South Carolina, through activities including rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing, homebuyer assistance, acquisition and construction of rental housing, and tenant-based rental assistance programs.

As a participating jurisdiction under the HOME program, the County of Sumter will utilize these formula-allocated funds to implement affordable housing initiatives either directly or through partnerships with developers and nonprofit organizations. All HOME-funded projects must maintain affordability for periods ranging from 5 to 20 years depending on the activity type and level of funding contribution, while meeting federal income targeting requirements and compliance standards established under 24 CFR Part 91. The county is required to submit Consolidated Plans and annual action plans to HUD and maintain comprehensive records documenting program compliance throughout the award period and beyond.