Housing Support & CDBG

The Village of Hoffman Estates works with multiple local organizations to assist residents in funding housing and community programs. Additionally, the village receives annual Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which support affordable housing, infrastructure improvements, supportive services, and community development programs that benefit low and moderate income residents.

Emergency Assistance Services

If you are experiencing unexpected crises such as health emergency, economic hardship, or housing instability, please visit the Health and Human Services Emergency Assistance Program page  or call (847) 781-4850 to schedule an appointment or request an application.  

Housing and Community ProgramsSingle Family Home Repair Program

The Single Family Home Repair Program provides zero-interest deffered loans of up to $25,000 for income-eligible residents to address code, safety, and weatherization issues. The program is funded through CDBG and is administered by the North West Housing Partnership (NWHP). For program information, please contact NWHP by visiting www.nwhp.net or by calling (847) 969-0561.

Public Infrastructure Improvements

CDBG Funds are used annually for street and infrastructure projects in low to moderate income neighborhoods. To learn more about the Street Revitalization Program, please visit the Active Construction Projects Hub. 

Cook County HOME Consortium

Hoffman Estates has been a member of the Cook County HOME Consortium since October 2015. This program focuses on funding efforts for the development of low to moderate income housing, housing assistance and support, residential rehabilitation and downpayment assistance programs. 

Fair Housing AdherenceThe Village abides by the Fair Housing Act (Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968) and upholds the right to equal opportunity and non-discrimintory housing practices. For Fair Housing Education, complaints and concerns, please visit the Village's Fair Housing Resources WebpageCommunity Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Current Plans & Public Input

Annual Action Plan (AAP) 2026-2027 Draft is Currently Open for Public Comment 
The 2026-2027 CDBG Annual Action Plan (AAP) draft is available for public comment from June 27-August 3, 2026. This document states the Village's intention to spend CDBG funds on specified projects from October 1, 2026-September 30, 2027 and there will also be a public hearing to receive public input on the Village's draft CDBG Annual Action Plan. Please direct all public comments to Hoffman Estates' Community Planner II, Michael Walker, at michael.walker@vohe.org or send written comments to the Village of Hoffman Estates, Planning Division, 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169, no later than August 3, 2026. The Village will consider any resident comments received in writing or orally at the public hearing, or during the public comment period, when preparing the final report for HUD submittal. The public notice regarding the public comment period and public hearing is available by clicking here: Public Notice for AAP 2026-2027
A copy of the AAP is available at Village Hall (1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169) or simply to view said draft click the attached version here: DRAFT of AAP 2026-2027
A public hearing to discuss the draft plan will take place at Village Hall on July 22, 2026 at 11:00am. 

The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) allocates funding for the Village's CDBG program and ensures the Village abides by Federal regulations in the utilization of the funds. The 2026-2027 Plan will make the 2nd year of the Village's current 5-year CDBG Consolidated Plan. Questions about the CDBG program can be directed to Michael Walker at michael.walker@vohe.org or 847-781-2669. 

Program Performance

The 2024 CDBG CAPER was open for public comment until December 21, 2025. This public comment period included a public hearing, which was held on December 16th at 1pm at the Village Hall of Hoffman Estates at 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169. This meeting summarized how CDBG and CDBG-CV funds were used from October 2024 - September 2025. The 2025 CDBG CAPER will take place in December of 2026. 

Please contact Michael Walker, Community Planner II, at Village of Hoffman Estates, 1900 Hassell Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169 - or to michael.walker@vohe.org with any questions or comments on the CAPER (see the hyperlink below). The Village will consider any resident comments received in writing or orally at the public hearing, or during the public comment period, when preparing the final report for HUD submittal. The Village will also attach a summary of the comments and the Village's responses to the version that is submitted. The Final Report will be posted on the Village webpage. 

The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) allocates funding for the Village's CDBG program and ensures that the Village abides by federal regulations in the utilization of said funds. 

A draft of the current CAPER can be found below: 

COVID-19 CARES Act (CDBG-CV)

The Village received additional HUD funding to address COVID-19 impacts. Remaining funds were reallocated for an HVAC project with Clearbrook. There are no longer funds available for any CDBG-CV uses. 

VOHE Programs
Affordable Housing
Group Homes
Senior Housing
Transitional Housing and Homeless Assistance
Additional Resources
CDBG InquiriesTo find out more information about CDBG programs in the village, please fill out the inquiry form below. A staff member will reach out to you shortly. 

If you are experiencing unexpected crises such as health emergency, economic hardship, or housing instability, please visit the Health and Human Services Emergency Assistance Program page  or call (847) 781-4850 to schedule an appointment or request an application.  

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