Community Development

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• Map

• Waterfront Development

  Find out about programs designed to enhance, support and protect Connecticut’s shoreline communities and business districts.

• Strategic Planning Assistance

  Find support and services to assist with community development projects and planning.

• Help Working with Other Agencies

  Access a list of resources in state, regional and federal offices across Connecticut.

• Community Development Corporation (CDC) Certification Process

  Per Public Act 24-151, Sections 118-121, Community Development Corporations (CDCs) must be certified by the Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) to be eligible for grants from the Community Investment Fund 2030 or other discretionary funds as they become available.

• Tax Increment Financing

  Learn more about this program offering financing to fund Brownfield redevelopment projects through future property taxes.

• 470 James Street - New Haven

  Adaptively reusing the former CT Transit site at 470 James Street into a unique tech-campus, complete with incubator and coworking space.

• Capewell Lofts - Hartford

  State loans funds have been utilized in the remediation of the Capewell Lofts located in the former Capewell Horsenail Factory site located at 70 Popieluszko Court, Hartford.

• Municipal Development

  Find programs to assist in building strong town centers, revitalizing downtowns, providing infrastructure, and strengthening communities.

• Transit-Oriented Development & Responsible Growth

  Learn more about efforts to fund transit programs that will improve economic development while demonstrating responsible growth.

• Cherry Street Lofts - Bridgeport

  State brownfield loan funds were used for predevelopment site work related to the removal of hazardous conditions including remediation, abatement and demolition.

• Targeted Brownfield Development Loan Program

  Apply for brownfield loan financing or learn more about eligibility, usage criteria and loan forgiveness.

• Clock Factory - New Haven

  State brownfield funds will be used for the remediation and revitalization of a 1.9 acre site that was formerly known as the New Haven Clock Factory.

• Colt Gateway Redevelopment Project - Hartford

  The Colt Gateway Community offers a mix of office, commercial and residential space at the historic Colt Factory on the banks of Connecticut River.

• An Overview on the Opportunity Zone Program

  Find incentives for eligible businesses to relocate and/or expand projects within a designated distressed community.