The purpose of the HOPE VI Main Street program is to provide grants to small communities to assist in the rejuvenation of an historic or traditional central business or district or "Main Street" area by replacing unused commercial space in buildings with afforadble housing units.
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Obtain Full Opportunity Text:Download Application Package web page
Additional Information of Eligibility:Eligible applicants include, and are limited to local governments, as defined in Section 102 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974.
Full Opportunity Web Address:https://apply07.grants.gov/apply/forms_apps_idx.htmlContact: Lawrence Gnessin
Agency Email Description: Program Contact
Agency Email: lawrence.gnessin@hud.gov
Date Posted: 2008-06-26
Application Due Date: 2008-08-15
Archive Date: 2008-08-16
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