About Us
The Clayton County HUD Programs administers a variety of programs funded by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The County became an Entitlement community in 1998 and since then has received over $48.8 million. Annually the HUD Programs is awarded an average of 2.7 million dollars, which is then made available to county agencies, nonprofit organizations, municipalities and other entities serving low- to moderate-income residents. HUD-funded projects are intended to address the following County objectives:
- Decent Housing— Ensuring the provision of decent, safe and sanitary housing options for low- and moderate income households.
- Affordable Housing – Increasing access to affordable housing for low- and moderate income households.
- Suitable Living Environments– Improving the safety and livable of neighborhoods for low- and moderate income persons.
- Community Development –To acquire, construct, or rehabilitate public facilities; provide equipment purchased for public service activities; or provide overall program administration and management resulting in improvements in the social, economic, and physical environment for low- and moderate-income individuals and/or households.
- Homeless Prevention – Increasing shelter and housing options for homeless or near homeless individuals and families. Prevent homelessness through case management and rent/utility assistance.
- Economic Development–Promoting economic development for the benefit of low- and moderate-income communities and households through the provision of job creation and retention.
Under these guidelines projects that have been implemented include but are not limited to:
- Infrastructure Improvements
- Homeless Shelter and Transitional Housing Operations
- Youth Development and Enrichment Opportunities
- Park Renovations
- Homeownership Down Payment Assistance
- Essential Home Repairs for Seniors, Veterans and Disabled Persons
- Rent and Utility Assistance
- Slum and Blight Removal
Housing and Urban Development Grants
The Office of Grants Administration offers grants and similar funding opportunities for Clayton County. Grant funds are disbursed to recipients, such as County Departments, Municipalities and Non-Profit groups, educational institutions and local businesses serving low- and moderate-income households and /or communities within Clayton County. Read more about Housing and Urban Development Grants.
Grants
The HUD Programs provides management and oversight for the following grants:
Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)
Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)
HOME Investment Partnership (HOME)
Essential Home Repair Brochure (EHR)