Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is a federally funded grant program that provides communities with resources to address a wide range of needs for low-moderate income persons. Regulations governing the CDBG program require that all CDBG activities meet one of the following three broad national objectives: Benefit people with low and moderate incomes Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight Meet an urgent need (such as earthquake, flood, or hurricane relief) Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program The Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program is a program for homeowners residing within Michigan City limits. Income eligible homeowners may apply for a rehabilitation loan to complete work on their homes. The program is administered by Housing Opportunities for the City of Michigan City.

New Construction of the Grace Learning Center

Funds per home are available up to $20,000. Eligible uses of funds include:

• Improving energy efficiency
• Bringing a house in-line with building codes
• Ensuring home safety

To apply for the program, contact Housing Opportunities, 954 Eastport Centre Drive Suite A, Valparaiso, IN 46383, (219) 548-2800.

Neighborhood Improvement Program
The Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) provides financial assistance for homeowners located in the Westside Neighborhood to rehabilitate and renovate their homes. With a cap of $10,000 per household, NIP is well suited for home repairs such as; roofs, windows, furnaces, wheelchair ramps, and handicap accessibility issues.  Homeowners must meet income requirements. Annual income for a family of four cannot exceed $46,700.

To learn more about the Neighborhood Improvement Program, contact Community Development at (219) 873-1415 ext. 341.

Neighborhood Improvement Program Application
Neighborhood Improvement Program Eligibility Requirements
Neighborhood Improvement Program Brochure

Some of the links on this page may require Adobe Reader to view them. The Adobe Reader is available for download free of charge, by clicking on the logo.