CDBG Home Ownership Application

HUD approved education and training is available for Pre-purchase Counseling or Pre-purchase Homebuyer Education Workshops by viewing a variety of resources at, https://www.consumerfinance.gov/find-a-housing-counselor .

The City of Leavenworth Home Ownership Program can provide up to $8,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for qualified applicants to purchase a home within Leavenworth city limits.

Leavenworth is comprised of more than 50 percent rental properties. The Home Ownership Program benefits the community by encouraging a long-term investment in Leavenworth and helps low to moderate income families lower their housing costs. This program receives its funding from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and is subject to HUD guidelines.

Qualifying for the program begins with completing the Home Ownership Application and calling the Community Development Coordinator to make an appointment for submission. Applicants must be within the HUD income limits to qualify.  Please see the application for further requirements.

At closing, a lien must be signed stating the buyer will reside in the home and not change title for five years. At the end of the five years, the lien is released and no funds are owed. Throughout the process, the City’s Community Development Coordinator works closely with the purchasing realtor, the lender, and the applicant. 

Do you have questions or want to know if your particular circumstances qualify?  If so, please call 913-680-2628.