Livable Communities Grants
Investing in community vitality
The 1995 Livable Communities Act (LCA) funds community investment that revitalizes economies, creates affordable housing, and links different land uses and transportation. LCA’s voluntary, incentive-based approach leverages partnerships and shared resources to help communities achieve their regional and local goals.
The Council awards grants to communities through four categories
Tax Base Revitalization Account (TBRA):
Cleans up contaminated sites for redevelopment that creates jobs and/or produces affordable housing.
Livable Communities Demonstration Account (LCDA):
Supports development and redevelopment that links housing, jobs, and services and demonstrates efficient and cost-effective land and infrastructure use.
Local Housing Incentives Account (LHIA):
Produces and preserves affordable housing choices for low to moderate incomes.
Transit Oriented Development:
Catalyzes development around light rail, commuter rail, and high frequency bus stations.