New Jersey Small Cities CDBG Home Repair

NJ Department of Community Affairs (CDBG)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

New Jersey Small Cities CDBG Home Repair is available to homeowners in Elizabeth, NJ.

State-administered CDBG program for municipalities that provides funding for owner-occupied home rehabilitation. Elizabeth may access these funds in addition to its direct CDBG entitlement for supplemental home repair programs.

Grant or forgivable loan based on income and repair needs

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

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

In Elizabeth, NJ, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Up to $24,999 for home rehabilitation
  • Income at or below 80% AMI required
  • Covers major repairs and systems replacement
  • Available through local administrators
  • Grant or forgivable loan structure

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(609) 292-4080

A grant-savvy contractor in Elizabeth, NJ can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Elizabeth early keeps your application moving.

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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).
Download this checklist (PDF)

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: Applications through local administrators

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Frequently asked questions

How much can New Jersey Small Cities CDBG Home Repair provide in Elizabeth, NJ?

Up to $24,999 per home.

Who qualifies for New Jersey Small Cities CDBG Home Repair in Elizabeth?

New Jersey Small Cities CDBG Home Repair is open to homeowners in Elizabeth, NJ. It prioritizes low-income households.

How do I apply for New Jersey Small Cities CDBG Home Repair in Elizabeth, NJ?

Apply directly with NJ Department of Community Affairs (CDBG) using the official program link on this page or call (609) 292-4080. There is no middleman and no fee.

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