Chester Economic Development Authority

Chester Economic Development Authority is a U.S. local government entity located in Chester, Pennsylvania, and is registered in SAM.gov through August 12, 2026. As a municipal economic development organization, the Authority serves as a vehicle for the City of Chester to receive and administer federal funding aimed at revitalizing the community and improving conditions for residents. The organization focuses on affordable housing development and community economic development initiatives that directly benefit low- and moderate-income residents of Chester.

The Chester Economic Development Authority has received multiple federal grant awards since 2021, primarily through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development. The Authority has been awarded recurring formula grants under two primary programs: the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) and the Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) program. Through HOME grants, Chester Economic Development Authority funds affordable housing activities including owner-occupied housing rehabilitation, homebuyer assistance, rental housing acquisition and rehabilitation, and tenant-based rental assistance, with projects required to maintain affordability for 5 to 20 years depending on activity type. Through CDBG entitlement grants, the Authority develops viable urban communities by providing decent housing, suitable living environments, and expanding economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons. Additionally, the Authority received a Community Project Funding/Congressional Directed Spending grant in August 2024 for economic development initiatives. The Authority's awards span from 2021 through September 2025, with completion dates extending through 2034, demonstrating sustained federal support for Chester's community and economic development efforts.