Housing and Community Development

PRO Housing Grant

The Planning and Development Department of the City of Fresno is preparing to apply for up to $7,000,000 in funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). On August 13, 2024, HUD released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for its Pathways to Removing Obstacles to Housing (PRO Housing) competitive grants program. This program, established under the Consolidated Appropriations Act 2024 (Public Law 118-12242, approved March 9, 2024), allocates $100 million to address barriers to affordable housing production and preservation.

As an eligible entity, the City of Fresno plans to pursue PRO Housing grant funding to facilitate the development of new affordable housing units. This will include providing gap funding for developers and non-profit organizations. Before submitting the application, HUD requires that the draft application be published for a 15-day public comment period, a public hearing be held, and ongoing public access to grant fund information be ensured.

The public is invited to review the draft application and provide comments before it is submitted to HUD. Written public comments will be accepted until, Monday, October 9, 2024.

PRO Housing Draft Application

Public Comment Opportunity

Public Comment Opportunities

Residents have an opportunity to review and comment on proposed reports and plans during public comment periods. The City encourages public comments on its draft plans and reports which will be posted below during public comment periods. Written comments may be submitted to: City of Fresno

Planning and Development Department
Attn: Housing and Community Development Division
2600 Fresno Street Room 3065
Fresno CA 93721
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (559) 621-8300
TTY: (559) 621-8721
Fax: (559) 457-1579

Residents are also encouraged to participate in Public Hearings that provide an additional opportunity to review and comment on proposed reports and plans. Details about upcoming Public Hearings are listed below.

Current Public Comment Opportunities

Program Year 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER)

Public comment period available August 12, 2024, through 5 PM on August 27, 2024. The CAPER is the City’s annual performance report to HUD, and it describes the activities undertaken by the City between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024.

Current Annual Action Plan Schedule

The City of Fresno prepares an Annual Action Plan each year for projects to be funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Office of Community Planning and Development (HUD CPD). The projects identified in each year’s Annual Action Plan are selected to make progress toward meeting the housing and community development goals outlined in the City’s 5-Year Consolidated Plan for HUD CPD programs.

To prepare the Annual Action Plan, the City conducts workshops, hearings, and consultations to invite the public, local service providers, community organizations, interested government or other agencies, and individuals to provide comments and views on the types of projects and activities to be funded. To view plans which were previously adopted, visit the ‘Plans and Reports’ section of this site.

Activities for the development of the current year’s Annual Action Plan are below. This web page will be regularly updated with notices for public participation opportunities, application opportunities for City Departments and local organizations, and publication of draft and final plans.

Annual Action Plan Schedule

The schedule of key dates is provided below. Dates are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances such as delays in HUD funding allocation announcements.

Community Workshops – November 7, 2023 – November 16, 2023
(see below for more information)
Public Hearing on community development needs – December 7, 2023
Release of Consolidated Notice of Funding Availability – December 18, 2023
Consolidated Notice of Funding Availability Applications Due – January 26, 2024 at 5 PM
Public Review and Comment Opportunity on Draft 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan – March 4, 2024 – April 4 , 2024
Public Hearing and City Council Meeting to Adopt 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan – April 18, 2024
Adopted Annual Action Plan Submission Deadline to Department of Housing and Urban Development – May 15, 2024

* Dates subject to change

Public Notices

October 30, 2023: Notice of Public Hearings and Public Comment Opportunities on 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development
- Public Notice – English
- May 17, 2024: Notice of Revised Public Hearing on 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan for Housing and Community Development

Community Workshops

November 7, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Chinatown Fresno Foundation
912 F Street, Fresno 93706
Click Here
November 8, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Virtual Community Workshop #1
Zoom
Click Here
November 13, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
West Fresno Family Resource Center
1802 E. California Ave., Fresno 93706
November 14, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Live Again Fresno
1146 W. Hedges Ave., Fresno 93728
November 16, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Teague Community Resource Center
4718 N. Polk Ave., Fresno 93722
November 27, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Virtual Community Workshop #2
Zoom
November 28, 2023, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Virtual Community Workshop #3
Zoom
November 29, 2023, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Virtual Community Workshop #4
Zoom
Click Here

Workshops will present an overview of the Annual Action Plan process, discuss funding priorities identified in the 5-Year Consolidated Plan, and allow community members to provide input into the types of eligible activities needed in the community. Spanish, Hmong, Punjabi, and ASL interpretation will be provided. Pursuant to the Executive Order, and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need additional accommodations such as interpreters, sign language signers, or the services of a translator, please contact the Housing and Community Development Division by calling 559-621-8300, by emailing [email protected], or by TTY at 559-621-8721. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least three business days prior to the meeting.

Public Hearings

Community Needs Public Hearing
December 7, 2023 City Council meeting at 10:05 AM or thereafter. Participation instructions will be available 72 hours hours before the hearing at fresno.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx
Draft Annual Action Plan Public Hearing – Revised
June 6, 2024 City Council meeting at 9:25 AM or thereafter. Participation instructions will be available 72 hours before the hearing at https://fresno.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx

Community members are encouraged to make formal comments at public hearings which will be addressed in the final Annual Action Plan. Spanish and Hmong interpretation will be provided. Pursuant to the Executive Order, and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need additional accommodations such as interpreters, sign language signers, or the services of a translator, please contact the Housing and Community Development Division by calling 559-621-8300, by emailing [email protected], or by TTY at 559-621-8721. To ensure availability, you are advised to make your request at least three business days prior to the meeting.

Notice of Funding Availability

The 2024-2025 Consolidated Notice Funding Availability will be available on the ‘Notice of Funding Availability’ tab of this web site on December 18, 2023. Applications will be due on January 26, 2024 at 5:00 P.M. Additional information such as technical assistance opportunities will be posted closer to the NOFA release date. Interested organizations, agencies, and departments are encouraged to email [email protected] to request to be notified of updates and assistance opportunities

Draft Annual Action Plan & Public Comments

The 2024-2025 Draft Annual Action Plan will be posted for public comments to the ‘Public Comment Opportunities’ tab of this web site from March 4, 2024 through April 6, 2024. The City encourages community members to provide input during the formal comment period and welcomes input at any time. Public comments are encouraged through the following means:

Submit Comments by Mail:

City of Fresno
Planning and Development Department
Attn: Housing and Community Development Division
2600 Fresno Street Room 3065
Fresno CA 93721

Submit Comments by Fax:
559-457-1579

Submit Comments Online:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/24-25AAPinput

Submit Comments by Email:
[email protected]
Please include “2024 Action Plan” in the subject line

Submit Comments by Phone:
559-621-8300

Submit Comments by TTY:
559-621-8721

Plans and Reports

The City is required by HUD to complete a Consolidated Plan every five years. The Consolidated Plan includes an analysis of the City’s housing market, affordable housing, and community development conditions. The plan provides five-year strategies and goals based on that analysis and through a public participation process. The City also completes an Annual Action Plan to identify the annual strategies and programs funded in order to help meet goals identified in the Five-Year Consolidated Plan. Annual results are captured in the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER).

Pending Plans and Reports

The public review period for the following public review documents has ended. Final versions of the documents will be posted upon approval from the granting agency (e.g. HUD or California HCD).

2020-2024 Consolidated Plan Documents

2015-2019 Consolidated Plan Documents

2020-2024 Performance Reports

2015-2019 Performance Reports

Other Plans and Reports

5-Year Consolidated Plan

5-Year Consolidated Plan and Analysis of Impediments

5-Year Consolidated Plan
The City of Fresno developed a 5-Year 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan to assess the current housing market, discuss characteristics of the city’s population, identify community improvement priorities, and outline a five-year plan to fund and implement them. The City receives approximately $11 million each year in funds under the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships Act (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) programs. The Consolidated Plan is required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to guide how and where these funds are used over the coming five years.

Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
A separate study called an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) was also be conducted to identify barriers to equal access to housing and neighborhood opportunities. The AI will set policy recommendations to help ensure that Fresno’s neighborhoods are inclusive and free from barriers that restrict residents’ access to opportunities like transportation, jobs, and schools.

Community Needs Input: Needs Survey and Resident Meetings
The opinions and perceptions of local residents are an important part of this study. 17 community meetings were held between November 2019 and February 2020 at various locations throughout the City. A community needs survey was distributed at meetings and online through a link on the City’s website. The 5-year annual action plan drafts were made available during a Public Comment Period from February 28 through May 20. The process concluded with two Public Hearings, the first before the Housing and Community Development Commission on May 13, and the second before the City Council on May 14, 2020. The City Council passed a resolution authorizing the submission of the plans on May 21, 2020.

Community Meeting Presentations Regarding the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice:

Notices of Funding Available

The City announces various Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) opportunities throughout the year. Additional details regarding the application process, submission instructions, technical assistance, and selection notification are provided in the NOFA document. As available, current NOFA opportunities are listed on the Notice of Funding Availability webpage.

No funding opportunities are currently available.

Prior Year Notices of Funding

Prior Year Notices of Funding Available

2023-2024 NOTICES

2023-2024 Consolidated NOFA – Due January 27, 2023, at 4 PM

Consolidated NOFA Frequently Asked Questions
Overall Webinar for NOFA Applicants – video
Public Services & Fair Housing NOFA Webinar – video
Owner-Occupied Home Repair NOFA – video
Homeless and Homelessness Prevention NOFA Webinar – video
2023-2024 Consolidated NOFA Handbook
NOFA Part A – Cover Page: Non-Profit Organizations
NOFA Part A – Cover Page: Units of Government
NOFA Part B – Application: Homelessness and Homelessness Prevention
NOFA Part B – Application: Public and Community Services
NOFA Part B – Application: Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation
NOFA Part B – Application: Fair Housing Services
NOFA Part B – Application: Public Infrastructure and City Facilities
NOFA Operating Budget Summary Worksheet (Excel)

Tenant and Landlord Counseling NOFA – Due February 10, 2023, at 4 PM

Mobile Medical Clinic Operations NOFA – Due February 10, 2023, at 4 PM

LHTF Affordable Rental Housing Development NOFA – Close date April 17, 2023

Local Housing Trust Fund NOFA online Application (CLOSED)
Local Housing Trust Fund NOFA
Loan Guidelines and Underwriting Standards

HHAP Homeless Services – Closed May 19, 2023

Shelter Beds. Close date May 19, 2023

Affordable Housing Development

HOME-ARP Supportive Services – Closed October 16, 2023

Homeowner Programs

Senior Exterior Repair Program

The Housing and Community Development Division offers an exterior paint and minor repair program to eligible owner-occupied senior households in the form of a grant. For information please contact the Housing and Community Development Division at (559) 621-8300.

Senior Exterior Repair Informational Brochure

Mobile Home Repair Program

The Department of Housing and Community Development helps low-income mobile homeowner-occupied families by providing mobile home repair assistance in mobile home parks within the City of Fresno (excluding County Island). The City loan will be a five-year forgivable loan up to $60,000 with no payments and no fees required. For information, please contact by calling the Housing Division (559) 621-8300 or [email protected].

Informational Brochure

Mobile Home Program Policies and Procedures

Self-Help Enterprises – Housing Rehabilitation Program

Self-Help Enterprises – Housing Rehabilitation Program: Self-Help Enterprises offers a housing rehabilitation program to eligible owner-occupied households. Improvements include, but are not limited to ADA modifications, roof repair/replacement, heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical repairs. For information contact Self-Help at (559) 651-1000 or by email at [email protected].

General and Paint Contractors

The Housing and Community Development Division accepts applications from local, licensed general and paint contractors interested in providing construction repairs to homes of applicants eligible for home repair assistance from the City of Fresno. For information regarding the requirements and program process please call (559) 621-8300 or by email at [email protected] and include Contractor Information in the subject line.

Home Repair and Homebuyer Loan Payoff

Requests for payoff demands of existing homebuyer and home repair loans may be sent to [email protected] or by calling (559) 621-7023.

Homebuyer Programs

The Mayor’s Office of Community Affairs

The Mayor’s Office of Community Affairs offers a range of services to support residents in becoming homeowners. These services include financial assistance for down payments and closing costs, as well as educational programs designed to help individuals understand the homebuying process and improve their chances of securing a mortgage. The office also provides resources aimed at increasing homeownership among underrepresented communities.

Grant Management Resources

Opportunities for Bidders

2024 Request for Qualifications – Human Trafficking and/or Domestic Violence Shelter Operations: The Housing and Homeless Services Divisions are seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified Community-Based Organizations for the operation of a shelter that supports victims and survivors of human trafficking and/or domestic violence and abuse. Applications are due by 3:00 p.m. Friday, March 29, 2024.

2024 Request for Qualifications – Rapid Rehousing Administration: The Homeless Services Division is seeking Statements of Qualifications (SOQ) from qualified Community-Based Organizations to administer a rapid rehousing and case management program. Applications are due by 3:00 p.m. Friday, April 05, 2024.

Request for Proposals – Affordable Housing Development: The Housing Production Division is inviting qualified housing development organizations to submit applications to provide affordable housing on City owned land located at Willow and Byrd, by 5:00 p.m. on March 31, 2024.

Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District (EIFD)

The Fresno EIFD is necessary to support the provisions of needed public infrastructure and promote economic development within the Fresno EIFD and the City. The Council’s goal for the Fresno EIFD is to create the means by which to assist in the provision of public facilities of communitywide significance that provide significant benefits and promotes economic development within the boundaries of the Fresno EIFD or the surrounding community and, for those facilities located outside the Fresno EIFD boundaries which also have a tangible connection to the Fresno EIFD.

Public Meetings

May 26th, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. – Initial public meeting of the Public Financing Authority to present the draft Infrastructure Financing Plan, answer questions about the plan, and consider comments related to the plan (meeting details included in the Notice of Public Hearing document available below).

May 26, 2020 Agenda

July 30th, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. – Public hearing of the Public Financing Authority to hear all written and oral comments on the plan, but take no action (meeting details included in the Notice of Public Hearing document available below).

August 31st, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. – Public hearing of the Public Financing Authority to consider any additional written and oral comments and take action to modify or reject the Infrastructure Financing Plan (meeting details included in the Notice of Public Hearing document available below).

September 30th, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. – Public hearing of the Public Financing Authority to consider all written and oral protests received before the close of the public hearing along with the recommendations, if any, of affected taxing entities. The PFA shall terminate the proceedings or adopt the Infrastructure Financing Plan subject to confirmation by the voters at an election called for that purpose, as applicable by California Government Code Sections 53398.50 through 53398.88 (EIFD Law) (meeting details included in the Notice of Public Hearing document available below).

October 7th, 2020 at 4:00 p.m. – Regular meeting of Public Financing Authority for a second reading of the ordinance adopting the Infrastructure Financing Plan and forming the Fresno Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District.