Home investment partnerships program

The City of La Crosse received a formula grant award of $277,258.61 on September 22, 2025, from the Department of Housing and Urban Development's Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development under the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (CFDA 14.239). This award supports the city's affordable housing initiatives through funding for rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing, homebuyer assistance, acquisition and rehabilitation of rental housing, and tenant-based rental assistance programs. All housing activities funded under this award must meet federal income targeting and affordability requirements, with assisted units remaining affordable for periods ranging from 5 to 20 years depending on the activity type and level of HOME funding contribution.

As a participating jurisdiction in the HOME program, the City of La Crosse is required to implement this funding in accordance with its Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, which are subject to HUD review for compliance with program requirements under 24 CFR Part 91. The grant carries an ultimate completion date of September 30, 2034, providing a nine-year implementation window. The city must maintain comprehensive records documenting program activities for five years beyond the required affordability periods to demonstrate compliance with HOME program requirements.