The City of Garland received a formula grant award of $633,813.37 from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development, under the Home Investment Partnerships Program (CFDA 14.239), effective September 19, 2025, with a completion date of September 30, 2034. This funding supports affordable housing activities designed to expand the supply of decent housing for low and very low-income households in Garland, Texas.
Under this award, the City of Garland will utilize HOME funds to finance eligible affordable housing activities, which may include rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing, homebuyer assistance, acquisition and rehabilitation of rental housing, and tenant-based rental assistance. All housing assisted through this program must meet federal income targeting and affordability requirements, with affordability periods ranging from 5 to 20 years depending on the activity type and level of HOME funding contribution. The city may undertake projects directly or provide funds to developers, owners, and other partners. The award is subject to standard HOME program requirements, including submission of Consolidated Plans and Annual Action Plans for HUD review and maintenance of records demonstrating program compliance for five years beyond the affordability period.