Mission Statement

The mission of the Community Development Department is to foster a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable community that enhances the quality of life for all residents. We are dedicated to promoting equitable economic growth, preserving our unique neighborhoods, and ensuring access to affordable housing. Through collaborative planning, innovative solutions, and active engagement with our diverse community, we strive to build a city where everyone can thrive.

LaTrea Reed
Deputy Director

Department of Community Development
401 Broadway, Office 300
Gary, IN 46402
(219) 881-5075
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CommDev@Gary.gov

The Community Development Department offers a variety of programs designed to enhance the city's economic, social, and physical environments. These programs aim to improve the quality of life for residents by promoting sustainable development, providing emergency assistance, and fostering community engagement. Please refer to the City of Gary website for further updates.
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NFO - FORECLOSURE Assistance - Self Sign Up - mPact
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Emergency Repair Program (Furnaces Only)

2025 Homebuyer Schedule and First Time Homebuyer Registration Form

Homebuyer Schedule (PDF) >>Homebuyer Registration Form (Docx) >>

Applicants are advised to visit the South Suburban website to verify their eligibility for their down payment assistance program.
South Suburban Housing Center

First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Flyer (Docx) >>First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance Checklist (Docx) >>Complete Steps for First Time Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance (Docx) >>

Public Notices

The City of Gary’s Community Development Department has scheduled a Public Hearing to present a summary of the 2025 Annual Action Plan. The Plan will include the proposed use of federal grant dollars from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant Program (ESG), and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) that affects our community.
The Meeting will take place: 4pm Thursday, August 7, 2025
Click to Download the PDF.

The City of Gary Community Development Department, would like to amend and make public the following changes to its Consolidated Annual Action Plans for Program Year 2023.

Amendment to Emergency Repair, Neighborhood Rehab Program, and Gary Commission for Women, Gary Micro Enterprise Initiative, HON, Section 108 Loan.
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Public Notice: City of Gary Community Development Department is seeking proposals from qualified consulting firms to assist in the preparation of the Five-Year Consolidated Plan (Con Plan), Annual Action Plan, and Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) in compliance with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requirements. - March 20, 2025
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Public Notice: Updated Citizen Participation Plan for Gary, Indiana - February 28, 2025
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Public Notice: The City of Gary Department of Community Development is seeking proposals from qualified and licensed contractors to remove and replace with new fencing in the area - Due by February 7, 2025

NOTICE OF SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT TO THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL ACTION PLANS FOR 2023 - Jan 14, 2025
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Action Plans

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