Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Implementation manual

The CDBG Implementation Manual helps grant recipients and administrators manage projects in accordance with federal, state, financial and program requirements.

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Chapters

Introduction Chapter 1: Program startup requirements (updated November 4, 2025) Chapter 2: Environmental requirements Chapter 3: Financial management Chapter 4: Public facilities, improvements and services (updated November 4, 2025) Chapter 5: Economic development Chapter 6: Demolition activities Chapter 7: Procurement and contracting (updated November 4, 2025) Chapter 8: Construction management and labor standards (updated November 12, 2025) Chapter 9: Acquisition of real property Chapter 10: National objectives Chapter 11: Other requirements (updated November 4, 2025) Chapter 12: Reporting, amendments and monitoring (updated November 4, 2025) Chapter 13: Grant closeout process
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