Arkansas Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR)
Arkansas Economic Development Commission
About This Program
When federal disaster declarations occur, Arkansas receives CDBG-DR funds to help homeowners rebuild and recover from disasters such as floods, tornadoes, and severe storms. Assistance includes home repair, reconstruction, and elevation. Availability depends on federal disaster declarations.
Maximum assistance for home reconstruction after declared disaster
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 Searcy, 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
- Up to $150,000 for disaster home repair/reconstruction
- Available after federal disaster declarations
- Income at or below 120% AMI prioritized
- Covers repair, reconstruction, elevation
- Check AEDC website for active programs
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: Check AEDC for future disaster recovery allocations
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