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The mission of the Community Development Department is to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable community that enhances the quality of life for all residents. We are dedicated to promoting equitable economic growth, preserving our unique neighborhoods, and ensuring access to affordable housing. Through collaborative planning, innovative solutions, and active engagement with our diverse community, we strive to build a city where everyone can thrive.
LaTrea Reed
Director
Adrian Yates
Deputy Director
Department of Community Development
401 Broadway, Office 300
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 881-5075
CommDev@Gary.gov
The Community Development Department offers a variety of programs designed to enhance the city's economic, social, and physical environments. These programs aim to improve the quality of life for residents by promoting sustainable development, providing emergency assistance, and fostering community engagement. Please refer to the City of Gary website for further updates.
NFO - FORECLOSURE Assistance - Self Sign Up - mPact
Emergency Repair Program (Furnaces Only)
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2025 Educational Workshop Schedule and Educational Workshop Registration Form:
(Participating in this workshop is mandatory to receive the down payment assistance)
This class is for both first time homebuyers and repeat homebuyers. This is an educational class about the homebuying process. This does not determine how much assistance you will receive.
Applicants are advised to visit the South Suburban website to verify their eligibility for their down payment assistance program.
South Suburban Housing Center
Public Notice: The City of Gary Community Development Department, would like to amend and make public the following changes to its Consolidated Annual Action Plans for Program Years 2022 and 2023. posted - November 5, 2025
Amendment to 2022 Fire Emergency Rescue Equipment HUD Activity #2148, 2022 Gary Health Department (STD) HUD Activity #2099, 2022 Gary Health Department Lead Poisoning Prevention HUD Activity #2100
Amendment to 2023 Emerson Street Improvement HUD Activity #2186, 2023 Gary Health Department (STD) HUD Activity #2162, 2023 Gary Health Department Lead Poisoning Prevention HUD Activity #2163
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Public Notice: The Community Development Department is requesting bids for home roofing and window work at selected locations. The rehabilitation work to be performed under the Department’s Emergency Repair Program will be funded with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
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Public Notice: The City of Gary’s Community Development Department has scheduled a Public Hearing to present a summary of the 2025 Annual Action Plan. The Plan will include the proposed use of federal grant dollars from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG), and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) that affects our community.
The Meeting will take place: 4pm Thursday, August 7, 2025
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Public Notice: The City of Gary Community Development Department, would like to amend and make public the following changes to its Consolidated Annual Action Plans for Program Year 2023.
Amendment to Emergency Repair, Neighborhood Rehab Program, and Gary Commission for Women, Gary Micro Enterprise Initiative, HON, Section 108 Loan.
Public Notice: Updated Citizen Participation Plan for Gary, Indiana - February 28, 2025
NOTICE OF SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL ACTION PLANS FOR 2023 - Jan 14, 2025
