Notice

The City of Port St. Lucie’s Convenient Drop-Off Center will adjust operations to prioritize residents. Key changes:
→ New hours: Wed-Sat 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Sun 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m.
→ No yard waste or construction materials.
→ Limit of 3 trips per month.

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Neighborhood Services Department

Community Development Block Grant

US Dept of Housing and Urban Development

What is the CDBG Program?

The City of Port St. Lucie’s Neighborhood Services Department oversees the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

The CDBG Program helps cities like ours support a variety of projects that improve the quality of life for residents—especially those with low to moderate incomes. Funding can be used for affordable housing, infrastructure improvements, public services and neighborhood revitalization.

Fact Sheet: About the CDBG Program by HUD

Latest News

City meeting offers opportunities to provide input on CDBG grants

Published on May 22, 2025

The City of Port St. Lucie is seeking residents’ input on allocating federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to help low- to moderate-income residents and neighborhoods.

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City offering grants to help businesses improve building facades

Published on March 19, 2025

The City of Port St. Lucie is launching a Commercial Façade Improvement Grant Program, which will provide funding to assist business owners in the restoration, renovation or improvement of commercial façades. Funding is provided through a federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG).

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CDBG Program Grant Funding

The City of Port St. Lucie is seeking residents’ input on allocating federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to help low- to moderate-income residents and neighborhoods.

Annual Funding Allocations

Port St. Lucie receives CDBG funding based on a federal formula. Up to 20% of funds are allocated for program administration. The remainder supports projects that meet HUD eligibility requirements.

Recent allocations include:

FY 2018/2019: $1,168,625
FY 2019/2020: $1,118,415
FY 2020/2021: $1,094,355
FY 2021/2022: $1,071,986
FY 2022/2023: $990,565
FY 2023/2024 (estimated): $1,055,238

Section 3 Opportunities

Supporting local jobs and small businesses through CDBG-funded projects

Under Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, the City is committed to ensuring that economic opportunities generated by HUD-funded projects benefit low- and very-low-income residents and certified Section 3 Business Concerns.

HUD Section 3 Frequently Asked Questions(PDF, 78KB)

What projects fall under Section 3?

Section 3 applies to construction-related activities, including:

Housing construction or rehabilitation
Public infrastructure work (e.g., street repair, drainage improvement)
Other HUD-assisted capital projects within the City

When jobs or contracting opportunities arise as a result of HUD assistance, preference is given to:

Local residents receiving housing assistance or who meet income qualifications
Certified Section 3 Business Concerns

Note: Contractors hired for Section 3-covered projects valued at $100,000 or more are required to prioritize Section 3-certified businesses and individuals in hiring and subcontracting.