Lake County Community Economic Development Department

Lake County Community Economic Development Department is a U.S. Local Government entity registered in SAM.gov, located in Crown Point, Indiana, with a focus on community development and affordable housing initiatives. The department is a county-level government agency that receives federal grants primarily from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), specifically through the Assistant Secretary for Community Planning and Development. As a registered government entity, Lake County Community Economic Development Department serves as a critical intermediary for implementing federal housing and community development programs at the local level, working to improve living conditions and economic opportunities for residents.

The department has consistently received federal formula grants, particularly the Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs. These grants enable the department to fund a wide range of affordable housing activities, including rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing, homebuyer assistance, acquisition and construction of rental housing, and tenant-based rental assistance. The most recent significant award is a $638,512.79 HOME Investment Partnerships Program grant covering the period from September 15, 2025 to September 30, 2034. The grants target low- and very low-income households, with projects designed to create affordable housing units and provide direct rental assistance. Through these federal grant programs, Lake County Community Economic Development Department works to expand housing opportunities, improve living environments, and support economic development for low-income residents in Lake County, Indiana, by developing and implementing targeted community development strategies.