Community Development

Serving the people of Rockland County & improving their quality of life

The Office of Community Development serves the people of Rockland County by administering federal grants to provide affordable housing and improve the quality of life to low and moderate income residents in Rockland in an ethical, courteous, timely and cost-effective manner.

Grants, Programs & Services

Community Development Block Grants
The CDBG program works to supports community development activities to build stronger and more resilient communities. Activities may address needs such as infrastructure, economic development projects, public facilities installation, community centers, housing rehabilitation, public services, clearance/acquisition, microenterprise assistance, code enforcement, homeowner assistance, etc.

Home Investment Partnership Program
A Federal grant program designed to help jurisdictions expand the supply of decent and affordable rental and ownership housing for low and very low income persons.

Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS
The HOPWA program provides housing assistance and supportive services for low-income people with HIV/AIDS and their families.

Emergency Solutions Grant
The purpose of the ESG program is to assist individuals and families quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness.

RESTORE

The Residential Emergency Services to Offer (Home) Repairs to the Elderly (RESTORE) Program provides senior citizen homeowners age sixty and over with the cost of addressing emergencies and code violations that pose a threat to their health and safety, or affect the livability of their home. 

Lead Based Paint Remediation Programs

A grant program utilizing both state and federal money to remediate lead hazards in residential properties throughout Rockland County.