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Community and Economic Development Department 

The City of Davenport Community and Economic Development department focuses on fostering growth and improving the quality of life in Davenport, Iowa. It offers various programs and incentives aimed at supporting small businesses, commercial development, and housing initiatives.

This department also oversees urban planning and development services, ensuring compliance with local regulations and facilitating community engagement. Its initiatives, such as the DREAMFRESH Initiative, aim to enhance the overall economic landscape of the city.

HOME Investment Partnership

Each year the City receives two primary community development grants from the federal government: 

• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), approximately $1 million per year
• HOME Investment Partnership, approximately $300,000 per year

These funds are for activities benefiting low and moderate income residents and are restricted to uses that meet federal regulations in the areas of affordable housing, community development, and economic development.

General information about eligibility and federal requirements can be found here: National Objectives, Subrecipients Handbook.

HOME funds are awarded to affordable housing activities on a project by project basis. Consideration by the City Council may be required based on the size and/or cost of the affordable housing development being proposed.

CED staff oversees the application, construction, and compliance process for HOME funds.