Community Development

Community Development implements programs and projects that strengthen families and neighborhoods by partnering with social service agencies.

2021-2022 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANT APPLICATION

The City of Denton 2021-2022 Community Development Grant Application is now available. This is a joint application for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Human Services programs designed to improve the quality of housing and neighborhoods within the city limits. Applications are due Thurs., Jan. 14, 2021, at 4 p.m.

Visit the Grants page for more information and to apply.

Services Offered

Housing Assistance
First-time home buyers, home owners with home repair needs and renters in need of rental assistance may find resources to help. Housing Programs managed by Community Development include:
The City works with several partners who provide housing assistance services:
- Denton Housing Authority offers rental assistance or call (940) 383-1504
- Denton Affordable Housing Corporation offers ADA properties to rent or call (940) 484-7048
- Habitat for Humanity of Denton County constructs, rehabilitates, and preserves homes.

How We Help

The City of Denton is committed to improving the lives of our residents. By leveraging local, state, and federal funding, the Community Development division is able to provide support to human services programs serving low-to-moderate-income City of Denton residents.

The City of Denton will provide $1,516,855 of financial assistance in 2020-2021 to support various social service projects in Denton County. The direct financial support to each of the local social service agencies will aid in the stability of their assistance programs.
Click here for a breakdown of the financial assistance provided to support social services.

The City of Denton utilizes Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Program funding to revitalize neighborhoods and provide safe, stable housing in low-to-moderate-income areas in the city limits of Denton. In the 2020-2021 program year, the City of Denton will provide $1,308,914 in financial assistance to support facility improvements to local nonprofits that serve low-income households.
Click here for a breakdown of the financial assistance provided to support public improvements.