CDBG Program

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is a federal grant program by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). CDBG is a formula grant allocated to local governments for the purpose of developing viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities principally for persons of low and moderate-income.  

Each year, the City receives CDBG funds from HUD for local community development, housing activities, and public services. The City administers the distribution of funds to service providers and for capital projects. Regulations governing the CDBG program require that each activity meet one of the following three broad national objectives:

  1. Benefit people with low and moderate incomes
  2. Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight
  3. Meet an urgent need (such as earthquake, flood, or hurricane relief)

The following examples of the activities and services that the City has implemented with CDBG funding: 

  • Niguel Woods Street Improvement project
  • Sea Country Senior Center Expansion project
  • Fair Housing and Tenant/Landlord Counseling Services
  • Services for youth, senior, persons with disabilities, and homeless

Notice of Availability of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 

The City of Laguna Niguel is currently accepting applications for eligible CDBG-funded services for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. The City anticipates receiving approximately $330,000 from HUD, of which 15 percent or approximately $49,500 may be granted to applicants providing eligible social services.

Applications will be accepted from January 5, 2026, until 5:00 P.M. on February 6, 2026, at the City of Laguna Niguel offices and via email. Questions regarding the FY 2026-2027 CDBG public services grant application process should email CDBG@cityoflagunaniguel.org. 

Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER)

The CAPER is a summary of the progress toward meeting the goals and objectives outlined in the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action for that reporting period. The City Council authorized submission of the CAPER to HUD on September 16, 2025.

FY 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, including the FY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires the City of Laguna Niguel to prepare and adopt a Consolidated Plan for the City’s CDBG Program every five years. The Consolidated Plan identifies community needs and activities the City can implement with CDBG funds to provide decent housing and suitable living environments, addressing community service and facility needs, and expanding economic opportunities for primarily low- and moderate-income households.

The 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan is a comprehensive assessment of the City's housing and community development needs and sets forth a plan for addressing those identified needs within the context of the CDBG program. The Consolidated Plan will cover the five years of Fiscal Year 2025-2026 through Fiscal Year 2029-2030. 

The 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan includes the FY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan. The Action Plan outlines the City’s proposed use of CDBG funds for the fiscal year. The City Council adopted the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, including the FY 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan, on May 6, 2025.

FY 2025-2029 Orange County Regional Assessment of Fair Housing

As a recipient of CDBG funds, the City of Laguna Niguel is required to comply with the Fair Housing Act of 1968. In addition to prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, disability, and other protected personal and familial attributes, the City is required to affirmatively further fair housing. The Orange County Regional Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) is the primary policy document utilized by the City for this purpose. HUD encourages jurisdictions to consult with one another and initiate metropolitan-wide planning to address impediments to fair housing choice. To this end, the City is a participant in the preparation of the FY 2025-2029 Orange County Regional AFH. The City Council adopted the FY 2025-2029 Orange County Regional AFH on May 6, 2025.

  If you have any questions, please email CDBG@cityoflagunaniguel.org. 

2-1-1 Orange County

2-1-1 Orange County offers a comprehensive information and referral system linking Orange County residents to community health and human services and support. Callers seeking assistance can dial 211 (toll-free) or (888) 600-4357  24 hours-a-day and be connected to trained, multilingual Information and Referral specialists.

Fair Housing

The City contracts with the Fair Housing Council of Orange County to provide fair housing services. The agency works to fulfill a mission of protecting the quality of life in Orange County by ensuring equal access to housing opportunities, fostering diversity, and preserving dignity and human rights. If you have been the victim of housing discrimination or have a landlord/tenant issue, call (714)569-0823 or go to the Fair Housing of OC’s website.