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Brownfield Municipal Grant Program Find eligibility, usage guidelines and information on how to apply for a Brownfield Municipal Grant.
CT Communities Challenge Grant The Department of Economic and Community Development (“DECD”) is undertaking a competitive grant application process to fund multiple projects under the CT Communities Challenge Grant Program in an effort to improve livability, vibrancy, convenience and equity of communities throughout the state.
Dry Cleaning Remediation Fund Find out about grants available to address the unique concerns regarding pollution by dry cleaning establishments. The Innovation Clusters Program offers up to $100 million over 5 years to support projects that contribute to the ongoing development of Connecticut’s key innovative industries, such as biotechnology, financial technology, insurance technology, and advanced manufacturing.
Latest Funding Round Announcements Find the latest round of funding announcements here. Find links to presentations from the 2016 Brownfield Client Workshop. Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP) Learn about STEAP fund usage, eligibility, find an application and view success stories.
Targeted Brownfield Development Loan Program Apply for brownfield loan financing or learn more about eligibility, usage criteria and loan forgiveness. Transit-Oriented Development Fund Learn more about these competitive grant programs that provide funding for municipalities and regional councils of government.
Urban Act Grant Program (OPM) Learn about these grants open to economically distressed municipalities, public investment communities and urban centers.
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