Community Development

The City of Elkhart's Community Development Department manages the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)'s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and Lead Hazard Reduction Capacity Building Grant (LHRCB) Grant.

These funds are used for activities that provide decent housing, a suitable living environment, fair housing outreach, and economic opportunities for residents, particularly those with low- and moderate-income.

The Community Development Department also partners with local non-profit organizations to improve the physical, economic, and social well-being of the community.

Community Development Block Grant

CDBG funds are used throughout the city of Elkhart. Click below to view the planned area to be revitalized over the next 5 years.

CDBG

Elkhart Lead Free

The City of Elkhart is committed to creating safer, healthier homes for all residents. Explore here to learn about lead hazard control, lead poisoning in children, and lead-based paint education.

Elkhart Lead Free

Fair Housing

Know your housing rights!

Fair Housing

Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program

Providing financial assistance (grants or forgivable loans) to low-to-moderate-income homeowners to make essential home repairs.

Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program

Contact Us

Development Services

📞(574) 522-4855

📍201 S. 2nd St. Elkhart, IN 46516

Mailing Address: 229 S. 2nd St. Elkhart, IN 46516

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8 AM - 5 PM EST

Mary Kaczka, Assistant Director of Community Development
Mary.Kaczka@coei.org

Dana Donald, Community Development Specialist
Dana.Donald@coei.org

Trina Harris, Community Development Specialist
Trina.Harris@coei.org

Hollie Carlson, Lead Capacity Building Program Manager
Hollie.Carlson@cityofelkhartin.gov