Grant Information & Applications

Urban Entitlement Program

Application Period CLOSED

For more information about Charleston Homes Phase IV, please see the Urban Entitlement Request for Application (RFA).

The Community Development and Revitalization Department provides administrative and financial oversight for U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) programs, American Rescue Plan Act programs, MacArthur Foundation programs, and other grant programs. The department's programs enhance citizens' quality of life while promoting economic growth through the development and revitalization of housing and communities.


Charleston County receives grant funding annually from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to facilitate resources that develop viable communities. Eligible applications must fall within priority goals that can be found in the Five-Year Consolidated Plan. A pre-application workshop and Request for Applications (RFA) are generally released annually. Opportunities are available in the following funding streams for organizations that provide services to Charleston County low-to-moderate income residents.

Contact

Nicole Burnham | Program Manager

Phone: (843) 202-6987

Phone: (843) 202-6960


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Types of Entitlement Grants

Charleston County's Community Development and Revitalization Department administers the County of Charleston's Urban Entitlement Grants for the:

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG)

Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME)

Final Public Notice of Projects located in a Federal Flood Risk Management Standard (FFRMS) Floodplain, Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), and the Intent to Request Release of Funds

Existing Well/Septic System Upgrade Application

Application Period Closed

The Community Services Department has limited funding available for Charleston County residents living in owner-occupied housing and in need of an upgrade to existing well and or septic systems. All applicants are required to go through a federal certification process to determine eligibility mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Applications are available online by clicking on the following links:

If you want to request an existing well/septic system upgrade application by mail or have questions, contact the Community Services Department.

Contact

Community Development & Revitalization

Phone: (843) 202-6960

Fax: (843) 760-4181


Wells, Septic Tank, and Connections: WellSepticTank@CharlestonCounty.org

Office Hours: M – F | 8:30AM – 5PM


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Eligibility Requirements
  • Reside at service property
  • Have ownership interest in service property
  • Meet HUD income requirements

HUD AMI Income Guidelines

6 Water and Sewer Utility Connections
27 Wells in Progress
17 Septic Tanks in Progress