HUD Launches $364.5M Grant Program to Fight Lead Hazards in Homes
- pbarcelona8
- Jul 3
- 2 min read
🚨 HUD Grant Opportunity: $364.5 Million for Lead Hazard Reduction
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released a major funding opportunity under NOFO FR-6900-N-13, announcing $364.5 million in competitive grants to help state, local, and tribal governments reduce lead-based paint hazards in older housing. This grant program is designed to protect vulnerable families—especially those with young children—from the long-term health risks of lead exposure.
🏡 What’s the Purpose?
The Lead Hazard Reduction (LHR) Grant Program provides funding to create healthier housing by identifying and mitigating lead-based paint hazards in pre-1978 privately owned housing. Homes built before lead paint was banned are often still harboring hidden risks, disproportionately affecting low-income communities and children under six.
This funding empowers jurisdictions to build comprehensive lead safety programs—from inspections and abatement to community outreach and long-term compliance.
🔍 Who’s Eligible?
Grants are open to:
State governments
County, city, township, and special district governments
Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
Applicants must either operate an EPA-certified lead abatement program or partner with one.
💵 Funding Details
Here’s how the funding breaks down:
Grant Type | Max Amount |
Lead Hazard Reduction – High Need Areas | Up to $7M |
Lead Hazard Reduction – Other Jurisdictions | Up to $5M or $4M (based on size & history) |
Healthy Homes Supplemental Funds | Up to $750K |
Minimum Total Request | $1M |
Match Requirement | 10% |
Applicants may apply for combined lead hazard and Healthy Homes funding, with up to 65% of federal dollars required to go directly toward lead hazard control activities.
🛠️ What Can Be Funded?
Grant funds can support:
Lead inspections and risk assessments
Interim controls, abatement, and clearance testing
Healthy Homes interventions (e.g. mold, pests, ventilation)
Relocation of families during remediation
Outreach, capacity building, and workforce development
⏳ Deadline & How to Apply
🗓️ Application Due: August 14, 2025, 11:59 PM ET📄 Apply via: Grants.gov NOFO FR-6900-N-13
Don't wait—completing registrations and required documentation (SAM.gov, Grants.gov, UEI) takes time.
🤝 How ARTOVIA Can Help
From eligibility screening to full proposal support, ARTOVIA helps jurisdictions prepare audit-ready applications and implement compliant, community-focused programs. Our team is experienced in aligning technical HUD requirements with meaningful public impact—particularly for projects rooted in Section 3 and Davis-Bacon compliance.
Let’s make homes safer—together.
📩 Reach out to schedule a consult or partner with us on your application.
Jeanne Burke