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1. What is Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)?

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is a flexible program that provides communities with resources to address a wide range of unique community development needs. Beginning in 1974, the CDBG program is one of the longest continuously run programs at HUD. The CDBG program provides annual grants on a formula basis to 1209 general units of local government and States.

2. Does the City of Weirton Community Development Block Grant fund section 8 housing?

No, but George Vargo at Weirton Housing Authority runs the section 8 housing program. He can be contacted at 304-797-8530.

3. Does the City of Weirton Community Development Block Grant fund rehabilitation on homes?

No, but Change Inc offers a weatherization program. Below is a link that will take you to Change Inc weatherization program.
http://www.changeinc.org/housing/weatherization-assistance-program/

4. Does the City of Weirton participate in the first time home buyers program?

Yes, the City of Weirton is a member of the Northern Panhandle HOME Consortium of West Virginia. Change Inc. administrates the program and below is a link for the first time home buyers program.
http://www.changeinc.org/housing/northern-panhandle-first-time-home-buyers-program/