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Northampton County is a dynamic region with vibrant businesses, strong neighborhoods and engaged citizens.
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CDBG Documents
2024-2028 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing - DRAFT
2024-2028 Consolidated Plan - DRAFT
RecoverY Act Plan Documents
Recovery Act Fund Original Plan
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Celebrating 50 Years!
Application process Opens: March 4, 2024
Application process Closes: May 29, 2024 @ 4:00 PM
Contact: Frank Brooks, fbrooks@norcopa.gov, 610-829-6311
Grow NORCO Grant Program
Application process Opens: April 22, 2024
Application process Closes: May 31, 2024 @ 4:00 PM
Contact: Sarah Ortiz, sortiz@norcopa.gov, 610-829-6308
Hotel Tax Grant Program
Application process Opens: May 1, 2024
Application process Closes: July 10, 2024 @ 4:00 PM
Contact: Karen Collis, kcollis@norcopa.gov, 610-829-6314
1st Time Homebuyers Program
Click here for Program Brochure
Public Safety Grant Program
Application process Opens: July 22, 2024
Application process Closes: August 30, 2024 @ 4:00 PM
Contact: Sarah Ortiz, sortiz@norcopa.gov, 610-829-6308
Affordable Housing Program (AHP)
Application process Opens: (No Grant Round in 2024)
Application process Closes: (No Grant Round in 2024)
Contact: Sarah Ortiz, sortiz@norcopa.gov, 610-829-6308