Arkansas Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR)
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
About This Program
When HUD allocates CDBG Disaster Recovery funds to Arkansas after presidentially-declared disasters, the state administers repair and rebuilding assistance for affected low- and moderate-income homeowners in designated counties.
Funding available only after federal disaster declaration and HUD allocation
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Blytheville, AR, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Activated only after presidential disaster declarations
- Up to $50,000 for eligible disaster repairs
- Income at or below 120% AMI typically required
- Must have unmet disaster-related repair needs
- Check website after major disasters for activation status
How to Apply
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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).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Available only after federal disaster declarations; check after major events
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