What We Do
The mission of the Community Development Department (CDD) is Building Great Neighborhoods! We build great neighborhoods in partnership with community-based organizations, housing developers and service providers by investing in programs and services that benefit low- and moderate-income persons, families, and neighborhoods. Financing for activities is provided primarily through programs from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to improve housing and economic opportunities and the living environment. The CDD operates housing and community development programs that increase housing stability and access to affordable housing, improve housing and neighborhood conditions, and provide economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income residents and vulnerable populations. We are also responsible for implementation and oversight of the indigent defense system within the 61st District Court.
Grants Management
The Grants Management Office plans, allocates, administers, and monitors federal, state and philanthropic grant funds for housing and community development activities. Fund sources include, but are not limited to, the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG), Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), Lead Hazard Control Grant, Michigan Indigent Defense Commission (MIDC), and CHIP Lead Grant.
Housing Rehabilitation
The Housing Rehabilitation Office facilitates housing rehabilitation projects for owner- and tenant-occupied housing. Projects include emergency repairs of roofs and furnaces, major interior, and exterior improvements, lead based paint remediation, andimprovements that address health issues such as asthma.
Reduction of Child Lead Exposure
The CDD is actively engaged in initiatives to reduce lead-based paint exposure. The CDD operates lead-paint remediation programs supported through HUD’s Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Program and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) CHIP Program.
Accounting and Technology
Grants administration for federal, state, and philanthropic grant funds requires significant financial oversight. Our Accounting and Technology Office manages the Department’s fiscal resources and ongoing required financial reporting.
Homelessness Coordination
The CDD is actively engaged in addressing issues of homelessness. Staff facilitate partnerships, coordinate internal and external City service responses, and support community initiatives.
Michigan Indigent Defense Compliance
The CDD is responsible for ensuring compliance with Michigan Indigent Defense Commission standards adopted by the Michigan legislature. Staff ensure indigent criminal defendants in the 61st District Court obtain legal representation separate and without bias from the judiciary system.
Contact Community Development
Phone
616-456-3677
Fax
616-456-4619
Location
Grand Rapids City Hall
300 Monroe Ave NW, Suite 460
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
