Municipalities

Find resources for CT cities and towns

The Department of Housing (DOH) partners with municipalities to revitalize Connecticut communities.

Find programs that help create and preserve affordable housing while supporting residents across the state.

On this page, you’ll find:

  • Funding opportunities for municipalities
  • Technical assistance and planning resources
  • Housing data, reports, and more resources for CT cities and towns

Funding for municipalities



Affordable Housing Program

Create and preserve affordable housing in your town or city. Eligible municipalities can apply for funding to support housing development, rehabilitation, and other improvements.
Learn about FLEX  


Small Cities Community Development Block Grant

Fund projects that strengthen your community. Eligible Connecticut towns and cities can apply for funding to improve revitalize neighborhoods, improve infrastructure, and create opportunities for residents.
Learn about the CDBG program  

Planning and zoning resources

What you need to know about afordable housing, planning, and zoning in Connecticut.


Affordable housing planning guidebook (PDF)
Learn how to develop an affordable housing plan. Plans should fit both State requirements and community goals.

Planning and zoning Connecticut General Statutes
Know the Connecticut laws that govern planning, zoning, land use, affordable housing, and related municipal responsibilities.

State housing plans, notices, and publications
Read Annual Action Plans, public notices, reports, and other publications from the Department of Housing.

Who regulates land use in Connecticut?
Learn the roles of local, State, and federal agencies in land use decisions in Connecticut.

Looking for housing data or other resources?



All housing programs

View a comprehensive list of all housing programs and funding by the Department of Housing.
View the full list of programs  


Housing data

View the Connecticut Town Housing Dashboard, CT Opportunity Mapping, rent and income limits, and other key data for your region.
View housing data & reports  


News and reports

Find updates from the Department of Housing. View key announcements, press releases, and more.
View housing news & updates  


Contact the Department of Housing

Get in touch with the Department of Housing. Find all contact information.
Get in touch with DOH