Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)

The City of Thornton is now accepting applications for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. The completed application and all supporting documents are due by March 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. (MST).  Please forward this notice to interested parties in your agency or department.

CDBG funding is provided annually to the City by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These funds support housing, public facilities, public services, public infrastructure, and economic development projects that benefit Thornton’s low- and moderate-income residents.

Your agency's or department's project may be eligible for the city's CDBG program if it:

• Increase and retain affordable housing units including accessory dwelling units or
• Improve existing owner-occupied, single-family homes or
• Expand/improve public facilities and infrastructure including infrastructure for new affordable housing construction or
• Provide homeless prevention public services such as rent, mortgage, and utility assistance or
• Supportive homelessness services such as life-saving supplies, resource navigation, and limited case management or
• Provide public services for LMI residents such as crime victim assistance, nutrition and food access, mental health services, employment, and educational support.

Application Process & City Assistance

Before applying, the City highly recommends contacting the CDBG Coordinator at 720-977-5800 to confirm project eligibility. City staff are available to provide technical assistance throughout the process.

Complete applications will be reviewed, ranked, and recommended for City Council's approval. Approved funding will be awarded by October 2026, with funds available by January 2027.  For more information and to access the CDBG application, visit: Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) | City of Thornton. For questions, contact the CDBG Coordinator at 720-977-5800 or CDBG@thorntonco.gov.

To obtain Thornton's 2026 CDBG Application for Funding click this link:  /media/2801 [DOCX/2.8MB]

Help for Homes Program – re-opened Applications!

The Help for Homes program offers eligible Thornton homeowners the opportunity to receive up to $10,000 in free home repairs to improve the health, safety, accessibility, and energy efficiency of their homes. This program is designed to support low- to moderate-income residents and requires that applicants meet specific income guidelines, own the home, and have at least one applicant who can prove lawful presence in the United States. Assistance may cover critical repairs such as plumbing, electrical, roofing, or heating issues. Applications are now open, and interested residents are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to take advantage of this valuable resource.

Covered Repairs May Include:

• Plumbing or electrical issues
• Heating/furnace replacement
• Roof repairs
• Accessibility modifications (e.g., ramps, grab bars)
• Energy-efficiency upgrades

CodeCAP Program 

The Code Compliance Assistance Program (CodeCAP) [PDF/1.1MB] assist income-eligible Thornton homeowners in fixing city code violations in their yards. The program is federally funded through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and therefore is free to qualified residents. Eligible projects include:

• Removal of hazardous waste
• Trash and debris removal, including furniture, appliances, and vehicles
• Fence repair or replacement
• Minor restorative front yard WaterWise landscaping

Not all projects are eligible, and funding is limited. CodeCAP is not a lawn mowing or weed removal program, however other resources may be available. For more information and to get an application, contact Community Connections at 720-977-5800 or Housing@ThorntonCO.gov.