Community Development and Neighborhood Revitalization

Strengthening communities throughout New York State

Overview

The Office of Community Renewal provides funding to local governments and not-for-profits to support public infrastructure projects, job creation and small business development, and to create and preserve affordable housing.

Strengthening Neighborhoods and Downtowns

Affordable Housing Corporation

Creating homeownership opportunities for low- and moderate-income families

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Neighborhood and Rural Preservation Programs

Promoting and preserving housing opportunities, and strengthening neighborhoods and communities across New York

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Community Development Block Grant

Partnering with local governments to build stronger communities and increase access to affordable housing

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Community Development Block Grant CARES Act

Funds to help communities prepare, prevent, and respond to the Coronavirus Pandemic

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New York Main Street

Strengthening the economic vitality of New York's traditional Main Streets

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Buffalo Main Streets Initiative

Developing vibrant mixed-use neighborhoods and Main Streets in the City of Buffalo

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Rural Rental Assistance Program

Providing rent subsidies to project owners for low-income elderly and family tenants residing in rural areas

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Lake Ontario-St. Lawrence River Flood Relief and Recovery Grant ...

NY State pledged up to $20 million to assist primary homeowners directly impacted by 2019 Lake Ontario flooding