CDBG Application Cycle

Applying for the El Paso County Community Development Block Grant

SNEAK PEEK – 2026 CDBG APPLICATION PREVIEW

The 2026 CDBG application cycle will be open from January 2 through 5:00 pm on February 2, 2026.

During the open application cycle dates, email CDBG@elpasoco.com to request a copy of the application.

Preview the list below for examples of items and information you will be required to provide in the 2026 CDBG application.

Organization Overview & Description
- Mission and goals
- Services offered
- History of grant administration

Project Overview & Description
- Funding request and rationale
- Quantifiable project goals
- Success measures

Project Budget
- Leveraged non-CDBG funds for this project
- Description of how CDBG funds will be used

HUD Eligibility & National Objective Requirements
- Project alignment to El Paso County’s Consolidated Plan Goals
- Eligibility of project based on HUD matrix codes and national objectives
- Income eligibility criteria of clients or areas served by the project

Public Service & Housing Project Specifics
- Number of clients served, services provided, and CDBG cost-per-client
- Agency experience and capacity
- Process for determining and tracking CDBG eligibility of clients/staff

Public Facility & Infrastructure Project Specifics
- Number of clients served, facility operations, and facility ownership status
- Project manager experience and capacity
- Plan for operating the facility after CDBG improvements

Additional Attachments & Supporting Documents
- Articles of incorporation
- Non-profit determination
- List of board of directors with appointment/term expiration dates
- Organizational chart
- Financial statements
- EEO statement
- Management structure and experience
- Clientele served
- Maps

Community Development Block Grant Flyer 2025

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Since 2009, El Paso County Community Development Block Grant funds have been awarded to local jurisdictions and non-profit organizations. Agencies with experience administering federal funding will likely have adequate internal controls and policies to successfully implement a CDBG funded project. Eligible projects are those that serve low-to-moderate income residents (LMI), create jobs for low-to-moderate income clients (LMJ), or serve a low-to-moderate income area (LMA) within El Paso County.

Determining Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

All projects must meet eligibility requirements of one of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s National Objectives.
All projects must align to one or more of El Paso County’s Consolidated Plan Goals.
All projects must be eligible according to the CDBG Code of Federal Regulations.
All projects must serve persons of low-to-moderate income (LMI) who reside within El Paso County but outside the city limits of Colorado Springs. Eligible areas include Calhan, Fountain, Green Mountain Falls, Manitou Springs, Monument, Palmer Lake, Ramah, and unincorporated El Paso County.

Use the LMI mapping tools linked below to determine project eligibility based on low-to-moderate income area (LMA) location:

HUD Eligibility Guides

HUD Guide to National Objectives

HUD Laws and Regulations

EPC LMI Maps: In the left menu, click “Map Layers” and select “CDBG.” Either enter an address into the search bar at the top or click on a location in El Paso County. In the pop-up window, scroll to view Low/Mod percentages.

Nationwide LMI Maps: Enter an address into the top right search bar to auto-populate. Zoom to that location and click on it. In the pop-up window, use the right-pointing arrow at the top to find the “LMISD by Block Group” option. You can also zoom out and select areas on the map via Block Groups to view Low/Mod percentages.

Application Process

January - February

The 2025 CDBG application cycle was open from January 3 through February 3. The next opportunity to apply will be in early 2026. All first-time applicants must attend an orientation meeting with staff prior to applying.

March - May

CDBG applications submitted by the deadline are reviewed by the Community Development Advisory Board (CDAB). Funding recommendations from CDAB require final approval from the El Paso Board of County Commissioners and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

June - July

All applicants receive notification of whether or not their projects are approved for 2025 CDBG funding. Funding will not become available until several additional requirements are met.

August - October

Subrecipients attend a mandatory CDBG Orientation Training and work with El Paso County staff to fully execute a legally binding subrecipient agreement prior to beginning any CDBG-related project work. Typically, CDBG projects may begin incurring expenses in October pending HUD's disbursement of funds.

How to Apply

NOTE: THE CDBG APPLICATION CYCLE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED

The 2025 CDBG cycle was open from January 3 through February 3. The next opportunity to apply will be in early 2026. During the open cycle, follow the steps below to apply:

Email CDBG@elpasoco.com to request an application.
Complete all sections of the application and attach any additional supporting documents.
Submit the application to CDBG@elpasoco.com by the deadline.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered. Faxed or mailed applications will not be accepted.

Please direct any questions to LukeHouser@elpasoco.com.

Technical Support for Applicants

Watch the Recorded 2025 Webinar

Attention First Time Applicants

Click below to schedule a meeting with CDBG staff prior to submitting an application.

Click here to email Luke Houser requesting a meeting.

Luke Houser
Community Development Analyst
9 E. Vermijo Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
719 520 6249
lukehouser@elpasoco.com

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Crystal LaTier
Executive Director
9 E. Vermijo Ave.
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
719 520 6484
crystallatier@elpasoco.com