Targeted Brownfield Development Loan Program

The Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development's (DECD) Office of Brownfield Remediation and Development (OBRD) has announced the availability of funding under Round 21. Four programs are being funded: the Municipal Grant Program for Remediation & Limited-Assessment (maximum request $4 million), the Municipal Grant Program for Assessment-Only (maximum request $200,000), the Targeted Brownfield Development Loan Program (maximum request $4 million), and the Brownfield Area-wide Revitalization Program Grant Program (maximum request $200,000). The total funding available across all programs is $25 million, and applications for these programs are due by Friday, March 7, 2025, at noon. Award announcements are tentatively scheduled for June or July 2025. These programs are designed to support brownfield remediation, assessments, and planning to facilitate revitalization efforts. The Municipal Grant programs specifically target assessment and remediation activities, while the Targeted Loan Program supports broader development projects. The Brownfield Area-wide Revitalization Program focuses on strategic area-wide planning initiatives. Eligible applicants include municipalities and potentially other entities involved in brownfield redevelopment, though details on specific eligibility criteria are outlined in the Notices of Funding Availability (NOFA) linked to this announcement. Applicants must submit materials by the specified deadline through the process described in the NOFA. Review and decision-making will occur simultaneously for all programs. Questions related to the funding opportunity can be submitted to brownfields@ct.gov or by calling 1.860.500.2395, with a question submission deadline of February 5, 2025. Additionally, OBRD will host several Microsoft Teams sessions to provide overviews of the programs and answer questions. These sessions are scheduled for January 22, January 29, and February 5, 2025, each focusing on specific programs. Applications will likely be evaluated based on the alignment of proposed projects with the objectives of the specific program, the feasibility of the proposed activities, and their potential impact. Further details on the evaluation criteria, required materials, and submission format are outlined in the NOFA. For updates or additional information, applicants can visit www.ctbrownfields.gov or contact program representatives. This funding represents an opportunity for organizations to address brownfield-related challenges and contribute to community and economic development efforts.