Union County Gets $4.5M For Affordable Housing Projects: Housing Dept.

UNION COUNTY, NJ — The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is distributing $177 million in grants New Jersey for Community Planning and Development activities, and Union County is receiving a decent portion.

According to the announcement, the county will receive approximately $4.5 million from the Community Development Block Grant Program.

This program provides annual grants on a formula basis to states, cities and counties to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment, and by expanding economic opportunities — primarily for low- and moderate-income individuals.

These grants are part of $6.3 billion to U.S. states, local entities of government and U.S. territories through HUD’s Fiscal Year 2022 CPD Formula Grant Program.

View a complete list of all the communities that received funding here.

"HUD's Community Planning and Development programs support local governments who depend on this federal funding to address economic development needs, lack of affordable housing, and homelessness," said Alicka Ampry-Samuel, HUD Regional Administrator for New York and New Jersey.

"These programs also enhance communities, aid local businesses, and provide funding for infrastructure maintenance like water and sewer systems. Most importantly, it is a vital resource for low and moderate-income residents who just need a hand up to support their families and improve their quality of life," Ampry-Samuel said.

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