Abandoned Property Program accepting applications
Journal Standard
FREEPORT The Illinois Housing Development Authority’s Abandoned Property Program is currently accepting applications for round five of the program.
IHDA will make competitive grants available to municipalities, counties and land banks for the maintenance and demolition of abandoned residential properties within their jurisdictions to assist with local revitalization efforts. Funds will be distributed throughout the state geographically, as determined by the enabling legislation.
Completed applications will be accepted through 3 p.m. Feb. 16. Maximum grant amount is $75,000. Grant funds may be used for securing, maintaining, demolishing or rehabilitating abandoned residential properties.
To apply: ihda.org/my-community/revitalization-programs.