Housing development and public infrastructure solicitations open now through March 14
Ramsey County is now accepting applications for two solicitations through March 14:
Housing Development
The Housing Development solicitation offers a wide range of funding sources for eligible development projects that need assistance to build or preserve affordable housing. New construction and preservation of multifamily rental housing projects are eligible for consideration. Projects may be located in either suburban Ramsey County or the city of Saint Paul.
Community Development Block Grant (CDGB) Public Services, Programs and Facilities
This CDBG Public Services, Programs and Facilities solicitation is available to applicants for public infrastructure projects in low-to-moderate income communities and public services and programs that promote the rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing. Eligible projects must be located in suburban Ramsey County cities.
Informational webinar
An informational webinar is being held on Feb.16 for potential applicants to learn more about how to apply to the above solicitations. Registration not required.
Upcoming solicitations:
March 7
Ramsey County will open two solicitations within the Critical Corridors program, Pre-development Planning and Commercial Corridor Initiative.The county will seek proposals that support redevelopment, connectivity and economic prosperity along transit, economic and cultural corridors, aligning with the Economic Competitiveness & Inclusion Plan and Equitable Development Framework.
To learn more, attend a virtual information session on Wednesday, March 1.
March 15
Ramsey County will begin accepting applications for the Spring 2023 Environmental Response Fund. This program provides assistance to offset the cost of environmental assessment and cleanup. Ramsey County will be presenting on local brownfield redevelopment financing on Thursday, Feb. 23.
Register for the webinar today.