Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)

How and where should we spend our CDBG funding for 2026 - 2027???  The city is holding a 30-day public comment period beginning June 25, 2026, through July 26, 2026, and a public hearing on July 28, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. regarding the draft 2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP).  Click on the following link to view the document Link to the 2026 Annual Action Plan Draft [PDF/645KB].

In 2026, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) allocated $766,847 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds to benefit low- to moderate-income (LMI) people in Thornton. The AAP outlines how the City will address housing and community development needs during the 2026 program year, how to address barriers to affordable housing, community development, homelessness, public services, public participation, and available resources to meet the underserved needs in the community.  

The 2026 AAP proposes to fund the following activities for LMI residents:

• Homeless Assistance & Outreach (15%)  $115,027

• Code Compliance Assistance  $400,700

• Exterior Home Painting for Seniors  $50,000

• Future Housing or Public Facility Projects   $47,751

• Grant Administration (20%)  $153,369

Please Let Us Know What You Think . . .

All comments are considered.

30-day Public Comment Period

The 30-day public comment period for the 2026 AAP will run from June 25, 2026 through July 26, 2026.  The 2026 AAP describes the activities listed above and is available online starting June 25, 2026, at https://www.thorntonco.gov/community-culture/community-connections-resources-grants/community-development-block-grants. Residents are welcome to provide comments on the 2026 AAP during this period. Printed copies can be viewed at Community Connections at 9471 Dorothy Blvd., Thornton, CO 80229 or mailed upon request.  Please send comments to cdbg@ThorntonCO.gov or call 720-977-5800 to speak with a staff member. 

Public Hearing

The City will hold a public hearing on the 2026 AAP on July 28, 2026, at 7:00 pm MST during the City of Thornton City Council meeting in the Council Chambers, 9500 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, CO 80229.  City Council meetings can also be viewed online and guidance on audience participation is provided at the link below.

Two Ways to Virtually Attend the Public Hearing

Use Meeting ID:   857 3873 0706

1. Zoom Meetings: https://thorntonco.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zX4ng977QW-3M1pYilY0iA#/registration.

2. Phone/Landline:  Call 669-900-6833 

After registering to listen or provide testimony, you will receive a confirmation email containing information on joining the meeting and the process for providing testimony. 

Servicios de traducción al español

Disponibles durante las reuniones del Concejo Municipal. Por favor de llamar al 303-538-7230 o mandar un correo con 24 horas de anticipación a la Oficina del Secretario de la Ciudad de Thornton a clerk@ThorntonCO.gov.

ADA Accommodations

If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to attend or participate in the meeting, please notify the City's ADA Coordinator at 303-538-7245 at least eight (8) hours in advance so arrangements can be made to provide reasonable accommodation. TDD access is available through Colorado Relay at 711.

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 applicants - meet specific income guidelines, own the home, and are current on their property taxes. Assistance may cover critical repairs such as plumbing, electrical, roofing, or heating issues. Applications are now open and funding is limited! 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] assists 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 is free to qualified residents. Eligible projects include:

• Removal of hazardous waste
• Trash and debris removal, including furniture and appliances
• Fence repair or replacement
• Accessibility improvements
• 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. Other resources may be available. For more information and to get an application, contact Community Connections at 720-977-5800 or Housing@ThorntonCO.gov.