CDBG-DR Policy Bulletins and FAQs

CDBG-DR Policy Bulletins and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) are developed to support grantees with the implementation of their CDBG-DR programs. The bulletins are aimed at addressing more complex concepts that grantees have identified through coordination with HUD and should be utilized as a resource for building comprehension and identifying next steps. The FAQs will interpret policy and program implementation criteria in a more streamlined manner than a full bulletin.

 

 

Summary: This Policy Bulletin summarizes how CDBG-DR funds can be used for economic revitalization by funding tourism-related activities. The bulletin addresses how these activities can be funded through existing CDBG-eligible activities and through waivers and alternative requirements.

• CDBG-DR Policy Bulletin 2022-01
• CDBG-DR Policy Bulletin 2022-01 (Español)

Summary: This Policy Bulletin provides guidance on how best to consolidate various requirements in the 2019 DOB Notice (84 FR 28836) and DOB Implementation Notice (84 FR 28848), as amended by the OMNI Notice (85 FR 60821). This guidance document restates information for clarity but does not establish any new requirements and lacks the force and effect of binding law.

• CDBG-DR Policy Bulletin 2022-02
• CDBG-DR Policy Bulletin 2022-02 (Español)
• Video Review of CDBG-DR Policy Bulletin 2022-02

 

Summary: This FAQ provides clarity for any current CDBG-DR grantees who have requested guidance on using their CDBG-DR funds for subsequent disasters. These FAQs apply only when a grantee does not have a CDBG-DR grant for the subsequent disaster.

• CDBG-DR FAQs 2022-01

Summary: These FAQs provide clarity for individuals who choose to participate in providing public comments for Request for Information (RFI) for HUD’s Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Rules, Waivers, and Alternative Requirements (87 FR 77864) and/or RFI CDBG-DR Formula (87 FR 77855). Please note that both RFIs have a 60-day public comment period with a deadline of February 21, 2023.

• CDBG-DR FAQs 2023-01
• CDBG-DR FAQs 2023-01 (Español)

Summary: This FAQ provide clarity for Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR), Mitigation (CDBG-MIT), or National Disaster Resilience Competition (CDBG-NDR) grants on Build Back, Buy America (BABA).

• CDBG-DR FAQs 2023-02