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#
Notice of Public Review Period & Public Hearing
After a year of community engagement and data analysis, we are pleased to announce that the draft 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan is ready for public review! Along with the Consolidated Plan, the City has also prepared the PY25 Annual Action Plan and a new Citizen Participation Plan.
Now through July 15, the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, the PY25 Annual Action Plan (AAP), and the Citizen Participation Plan are open for your review and comments. There will also be a Public Hearing at the City Council meeting on July 15 to consider approving these documents for submittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). See below for more information on how to participate.
More about these important Plans:
The Consolidated Plan is the City's five-year strategic plan for the use of HUD funds to support affordable housing, community development, and human services. The Consolidated Plan goals for 2025-2029 are: 1. Increase the supply of affordable housing units, 2. Preserve existing affordable housing, and 3. Provide emergency sheltering and services.
The Annual Action Plan identifies proposed projects and funding for the coming year, which contributes to the goals of the Consolidated Plan.
The Citizen Participation Plan describes guidelines and methods for public participation in the development of HUD-required plans like the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans. The goal is to provide community members with meaningful opportunities to participate in the planning, implementation, and assessment of programs and projects.
PY25 Proposed Projects:
Subject to approval by City Council at their June 17, 2025 Regular Meeting, six projects have been recommended for HUD funding for PY25: 1. CARE Communities Windtrail Park Rehabilitation ($1,000,000 CDBG); 2. Habitat for Humanity Harmony Cottages ($97,574 HOME, $102,426 Affordable Housing Fund); 3. Volunteers of America Switchgrass Crossing ($349,553 CDBG, $621,080 HOME, $244,941 Affordable Housing Fund); 4. Catholic Charities Samaritan House Shelter ($72,359 CDBG); 5. Crossroads Safehouse Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter ($72,359 CDBG); and 6. Family Housing Network Shelter Programs ($31,767 CDBG). Details about these projects are listed on the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan webpage and included in the AAP, which is attached to the Consolidated Plan draft.
City Council will vote on whether to approve the Consolidated Plan (which includes the PY25 AAP) and the Citizen Participation Plan on Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. That meeting is a Public Hearing. Instructions for in-person and remote participation are available online at www.fcgov.com/council/.
PDF versions of the documents referenced in this announcement are linked below. If you need assistance viewing or reading any City documents, please call 970-221-6515 (V/TDD: Dial 711 for Relay Colorado) for assistance, or contact the City's ADA Coordinator at 970-416-4254.
FY25 Public Review Notice
Public comments are being solicited by the City of Fort Collins for the Spring 2025 Competitive Process funding cycle. Recommendations were made on April 29 and 30, 2025, by the Human Services and Housing Funding Board. The funding recommendations involve use of federal CDBG and HOME funds, and the City’s Affordable Housing Fund (AHF), Human Services Program (HSP), and Homelessness Response Program (HRP) monies for community development, human services and affordable housing activities in our community.
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.
Events
- March 25 - City Council Affordable Housing Work Session Agenda and Video: Neighborhood & Community Vitality NCV 1 – Increase housing supply, type, choice and affordability to address inequities in housing so that everyone has healthy, stable housing they can afford.
Board Memorandums to Council
Housing Information
Housing Catalyst Voucher Information
Agency Spotlight
In the News
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.