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Community Development Grant – Small (City of Chicago) is sponsored by City of Chicago, Department of Planning and Development (DPD). This grant supports eligible commercial, mixed-use, and light manufacturing projects, funding up to 75% of total eligible project costs for new construction or rehabilitation. Priority is given to projects with strong local impacts.
Mixed-use residential costs cannot exceed 25% of the total grant amount.
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Small grants up to $250,000 are intended to support eligible commercial, mixed-use and light manufacturing projects. Grants provide funding for up to 75% of total eligible project costs involving new construction, rehabilitation or both. Priority is given to projects with strong local impacts that leverage local talents, capacities and institutions and contribute to community vitality.
Private and non-profit developers, property owners and businesses are eligible to apply. Small grants are funded by theHousing and Economic Development (HED) bondand may be located anywhere within the City of Chicago. Grant opportunities through other funding sources are detailed on the Department of Planning and Development site.
Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis; all project expenses are paid upfront by awardees. Grant disbursements are made at defined milestones during construction. More information is available onthe Community Development Grant FAQ page.
A comprehensive overview of Small grant rules and regulations isavailable in the program manual. Applications are now open. Apply by**11:59 p.
m. on Friday, Aug. 14**.
Apply NowPreséntese Ahora Proposed projects must be revenue-generating and comprise the following uses: * Commercial (office, retail) * Mixed-use residential (residential costs cannot exceed 25% of total grant amount and must be part of a larger building improvement, such as HVAC/plumbing). Grant uses may include hard costs, soft costs and acquistion costs. Acquisition and soft costs must be part of a broader commercial project.
Acquisition costs cannot exceed 25% of the total grant amount. Applications are evaluated using criteria based on a project’s anticipated impact, location, site characteristics, uses, documentation and financing. DPD also reviews applications for potential issues related to zoning, design and historic preservation.
Applicants are encouraged to confer with general contractors to provide estimates based on formal bids. Small grant funding is calculated based on the budget provided in the application. #### **Informational Webinar** DPD hosted an informational webinar for CDG-Small applicants in April 2026.
A recording of the webinaris available to watch on YouTube.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Private and non-profit developers, property owners, and businesses. Projects must be revenue-generating. The grant is for properties within the City of Chicago. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $250,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was August 14, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Community Development Grant – Small (City of Chicago) is funded by City of Chicago, Department of Planning and Development (DPD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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Community Development Grants - Small (City of Chicago) is sponsored by City of Chicago, Department of Planning and Development (DPD). These grants support eligible commercial, mixed-use, and light manufacturing projects within the City of Chicago. Funding covers up to 75% of total eligible project costs for new construction, rehabilitation, or both. Priority is given to projects with strong local impacts. Residential costs cannot exceed 25% of the total grant amount and must be part of a larger building improvement.
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