Social Sustainability#
The mission of the Social Sustainability Department is to support a diverse and equitable community that successfully meets the basic needs of all residents. The Social Sustainability Department strives to achieve this mission through programs, policies, and partnerships that provide access and opportunities for all.
Announcements#
Educational Information from the Affordable Housing Board
The Affordable Housing Board advises the City Council on matters pertaining to affordable housing issues of concern to the City.
Board Memorandums to Council
Camping Memo PDF
Parking Memo PDF
Housing Information
Housing Catalyst Voucher Information
Loveland Housing Study
Agency Spotlight
FCRM Website
In the News
Competitive Funding Process Now Open
The 2025 Competitive Grant Process for allocating federal and City funds to affordable housing, human service and homeless service projects/programs is now accepting applications.
Funds will be awarded to nonprofit agencies, affordable housing providers, and other entities serving a majority of Fort Collins clients who are low-income households.
Pre-applications are due by Jan. 27 and full applications are due by Feb. 18, 2025.
Notice of Public Hearing: Consolidated Plan & Annual Action Plan
This notice includes information on the Public Hearing for the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and FY25 Annual Action Plan (AAP), and locations and ways for citizens to provide input.
The Annual Action Plan identifies immediate actions proposed for the coming year and contributes to the more comprehensive Consolidated Plan. The AAP addresses housing and community development priorities and needs, homelessness issues, and the needs of special populations. It also identifies funding sources to be applied to each project. The hearing will provide information on the proposed projects and funding sources.
The Public Hearing will be held on Tuesday, March 18 from 12:30–1:30 p.m., at the Old Town Library (201 Peterson Street) or virtually via Teams. Register for the Public Hearing on Microsoft Teams here.
2025-2029 Consolidated Plan
The Consolidated Plan guides how the City allocates federal funding from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to support community development and affordable housing. Over the next five years, HUD is expected to invest nearly $8.5 million into Fort Collins to improve living conditions for primarily low- and moderate-income persons and households.
To review the draft goals for the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan or provide feedback, click the link below.
United Way of Larimer County 2-1-1
***Information for Larimer County residents in need of rent, food or utilities assistance.***
Also includes resources for seniors, small business, mental health support, families, unemployment, and medical needs.
Programs & Projects#
Affordable Housing
The City of Fort Collins believes one of the keys to a healthy community is the ability to house its residents in good quality, affordable housing. The City plays an important role facilitating the supply of affordable housing, including allocating local, state, and federal funding to housing providers, setting policies and regulations, and coordinating with housing developers and initiatives.
Childcare
Information about childcare options in Fort Collins, and the City's role related to childcare centers and affordable childcare needs.
Equity & Inclusion
Equity and inclusion are frameworks to accomplish the City's goals of sustaining an environment where residents and visitors feel welcomed, safe and valued in the community. We seek to exemplify the highest standards of ethical behavior, provide outstanding service to diverse customer needs, and embody a culture of health, safety and wellness.
Homebuyer Assistance
Information about pay off and subordination of existing Homebuyer Assistance loans and community resources for homeownership and home improvement / emergency assistance.
Homelessness
The City plays an important role in removing barriers and increasing access to opportunities by addressing the root causes and impacts of poverty and homelessness.
Human Services
The City of Fort Collins assists low-moderate income residents of Fort Collins in the areas of affordable housing and human services. This assistance, allocated via a Competitive Process, comes in the form of grants or loans to local housing agencies and human service providers.