Bridgeport CDBG Disaster Recovery Program

City of Bridgeport / HUD CDBG-DR

Closed Disaster Relief

About This Program

HUD Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds made available after presidential disaster declarations. Provides grants and forgivable loans for unmet disaster recovery needs related to storms, flooding, and other federally declared disasters.

Grant/loan amount based on unmet disaster recovery needs

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Up to $50,000 for disaster repairs
  • Available after presidential disaster declarations
  • Covers unmet needs not covered by insurance
  • Income at or below 120% AMI
  • Check for future disaster allocations

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(203) 576-7221

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This program is usually a forgivable loan: you owe nothing if you stay in the home for the set period, but it may place a lien on the property until then.

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
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Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Most recent program closed; check for future disaster allocations

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