CDBG-DR Affordable Multi-Family Rental Recovery (AMRR) Funding Opportunity

The City of Jefferson, Missouri is seeking proposals for affordable multi-family rental projects through the Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program under DR-4451, specifically targeting development teams interested in receiving Affordable Multi-Family Rental Recovery (AMRR) funding within Cole County. Development teams must submit comprehensive proposals addressing 17 specific criteria, including national objectives, affordability periods, disaster connections, location details, floodplain considerations, building standards, and market support. Key procurement dates include a LIHTC Application Workshop on July 30, proposal submissions due by August 20, 2025, Letter of Intent issuance on August 29, and a final LIHTC application deadline of September 17. Eligible project costs encompass acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, administration, and infrastructure improvements. Proposals must demonstrate organizational capacity, provide detailed project budgets, and include attachments such as floor plans, location maps, and an Affirmative Marketing Plan.

The procurement opportunity appears open to various development teams, with specific requirements for green building standards, fair housing compliance, and adherence to Davis-Bacon labor standards. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the project emphasizes affordable housing units and disaster recovery efforts. The proposals must include comprehensive documentation showing organizational capability and project feasibility. Though a specific award value is not specified, the funding is tied to CDBG-DR and LIHTC programs, suggesting significant potential investment. Development teams must obtain a Letter of Intent from the City of Jefferson prior to submitting their LIHTC application, indicating a multi-stage approval process. Successful proposals will need to integrate considerations for broadband infrastructure, sustainable building practices, and compliance with federal disaster recovery guidelines.