City of Syracuse

Department of Neighborhood and Business Development

Michael Collins, Commissioner City Hall Commons, 6th Floor 201 E. Washington St. – Syracuse, NY 13202 (315) 448-8100

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The Department of Neighborhood and Business Development works to preserve and enhance Syracuse neighborhoods and commercial centers by administering federal, state and local funding programs, engaging with and providing support to encourage residential development and economic growth and leveraging resources to create thriving neighborhoods, communities and business districts throughout the city of Syracuse.
Department News
Year 47 (2021-2022) Draft 2nd Annual Action Plan

The Department of Neighborhood +Business Development announces the release of the DRAFT Second Annual Action Plan for Year 47 (May 1, 2021 – April 30th, 2022) to the public. To download a copy of the DRAFT Second Annual Action Plan click here. To request a hard copy please contact NBD staff at nbd@syrgov.net or call 315.448.8100. The comment period is February 26th, 2021 – March 26th, 2021. Please send all comments to nbd@syrgov.net.

A Virtual Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, March 24th, 2021 at 5PM
Meeting link: https://syrgov.webex.com/syrgov/j.php?MTID=mfb2a8fcd550b435e51ff211697e78e0c
Meeting number:129 722 2960
Password: 8PssM37MvsM

Year 45 (2019-2020 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) DRAFT.  Please view here.

The Year 45 CAPER Public Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. At this meeting NBD reports its performance for Year 45 (2019-2020) and comments and recommendations from citizens and stakeholders pertaining to the expenditure of funds for programs serving eligible populations in the City’s Revitalization areas. The comment period will be open until February 25^th, 2021.

The public hearing is being conducted in accordance with
NYS Executive Order No. 202.15. The public does not have
a right to attend this public hearing in person. The
public may view/listen to this hearing via a live stream accessible by internet and telephone audio. Participation is available through an access code. The URL for the live stream and code will be posted on the City of Syracuse website at least 72-hours before the hearing. The public may comment in writing by emailing nbd@ci.syracuse.ny.us .
Comments will be appended to the hearing record.

NBD invites you to the WebEx Meeting here:

https://syrgov.webex.com/syrgov/j.php?MTID=m192df6bc59df7395d914713e70b07121

Meeting number (access code): 179 638 9114

Meeting password: 7arYt5PX8tx

Join by phone: +1-408-418-9388 United States Toll

CARES ACT CDBG-V3 Funding

During this current public health crisis, it is critical we do everything possible to ensure the health and safety of those most vulnerable to prepare, prevent and respond to COVID-19. The Department of Neighborhood and Business Development for the City of Syracuse is proposing to use the CARES ACT CDBG-V3 funds to address urgent need in our community. Please view plans here:

Cares Act CDBG-V3 Application

Care Act CDBG-V3 Viewable Plan

UD has approved a not less than 5-day public comment period for CDBG-V3 funds. The comment period for CDBG-V3 funds will begin on December 28, 2020 and end on January 5, 2021, which will allow the public to make comments or suggestions regarding COVID-19 related needs and use of these funds. NBD invites you to a public WebEx hearing to be held on obtain additional comments regarding COVID-19 related needs and use of these funds on:

Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 5:30PM

Meeting number (access code): 179 508 1743

Meeting password: MCwPcFrU836
(To join from a mobile device: Join by phone +1-408-418-9388 United States Toll Free)

Cares Act CDBG-V3 Public Hearing Notice (Download) | (Save to Calendar)

Cares Act CDBG-V3 Timeline

Winter Dining Guidelines

The City is encouraging businesses to review new guidelines to support outdoor dining and other uses of the City’s Right of Way during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Request for Proposals:

CDBG, HOME, and ESG Year 47 (May 1st, 2021 through April 30, 2020)

Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Apply Here

Community Based Development Organization (CBDO) Certification Apply here

HOME Investment Partnership Program for Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Certification Apply here

HOME Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program Apply Here

Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program Apply Here

Live Remote | Program Year 47 Application and Certification Technical Assistance Training October 27, 2020 Watch Now on Youtube

University Neighborhood Service Agreement Advisory Committee (UNSAAC) 2020-2021

Deadline May, 27, 2020 Applications closed

CARES ACT - ESG/CDBG-CV Plan

During this current public health crisis, it is critical we do everything possible to ensure the health and safety of those most vulnerable to prepare, prevent and respond to COVID-19. The Department of Neighborhood and Business Development for the City of Syracuse is proposing to use the ESG & CDBG-CV funds to address urgent need in our community. Please view plan here.

Public Hearing on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at 5PM

Click here for access to WebEx

Meeting number: 129 450 7100

Meeting password: jaMJRYkh882

Join by phone +1-408-418-9388 United States Toll



Final Generic Environmental Impact Statement (FGEIS)

Final City of Syracuse Proposed Lead Ordinance view here

Draft of City of Syracuse Proposed Lead Ordinance see draft document



Five Year Consolidated Action Plan (2020-2024)
The draft of the Consolidated Action Plan describes and outlines how the City will address Syracuse's housing and community development needs, goals, and objectives as determined by the City and its citizens for the next five years. The 30 day COMMENT PERIOD begins on Monday, February 3, 2020 and will be open until Wednesday, March 11, 2020.

Click here to view the draft document

CDBG, HOME, and ESG Year 46 (May 1st, 2020 - April 30th, 2021)

HOME Investment Partnership Program RFP Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Certification Year 46 (May 1st, 2020- April 30th, 2021)

Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) RFP Program Year 46 (May 1, 2020-April 30, 2021)

HOME, Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program RFP Program Year 46 (May 1st, 2020- April 30th, 2021)

Community Based Development Organization (CBDO) Certification Year 46 (May 1st, 2020 – April 30)

Environmental Review Statement

Please click here for a copy of the Environmental Review Statement for the City of Syracuse’s Lead Hazard Control Grant. All comments can be submitted to: nbd@syrgov.net or by mail to 201 E Washington Street, Suite 600, Syracuse, NY 13202 ATTN: Lead Program.

Year 45 (2019-2020 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) DRAFT.  Please view here.

The Year 45 CAPER Public Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. At this meeting NBD reports its performance for Year 45 (2019-2020) and comments and recommendations from citizens and stakeholders pertaining to the expenditure of funds for programs serving eligible populations in the City’s Revitalization areas. The comment period will be open until February 25^th, 2021.

The public hearing is being conducted in accordance with
NYS Executive Order No. 202.15. The public does not
have a right to attend this public hearing in person. The public may view/listen to this hearing via a live stream accessible by internet and telephone audio. Participation is available through an access code. The URL for the live stream and code will be posted on the City of Syracuse website at least 72-hours before the hearing. The public may comment in writing by emailing nbd@ci.syracuse.ny.us .
Comments will be appended to the hearing record.

The Department of Neighborhood and Business Development announces the final Fifth Annual Action Plan for Year 45 (May 1st, 2019 – April 30th, 2020) to the public .To download a copy of the Final Fifth Annual Action Plan click here. To request a hard copy please contact NBD staff. Email: Wenona Timmons, wtimmons@syrgov.net

The Department of Neighborhood and business Development (NBD) has completed the 30 day comment period and NBD held a Public Hearing on February 13th, 2019 at 5PM. The Common Council held a Public Meeting to vote on the submission of the 2019 – 2020 Annual Action Plan, March 13th, 2019 at 5:30PM.

NBD thanks the community for participating in this integral process and encourage continued citizen participation. For more information on the Fifth Annual Action Plan, please contact us by calling (315) 448-8100.

Year 45 (2019-2020 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) DRAFT.  Please view here.

The Year 45 CAPER Public Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. At this meeting NBD reports its performance for Year 45 (2019-2020) and comments and recommendations from citizens and stakeholders pertaining to the expenditure of funds for programs serving eligible populations in the City’s Revitalization areas. The comment period will be open until February 25^th, 2021.

The public hearing is being conducted in accordance with
NYS Executive Order No. 202.15. The public does not
have a right to attend this public hearing in person. The public may view/listen to this hearing via a live stream accessible by internet and telephone audio. Participation is available through an access code. The URL for the live stream and code will be posted on the City of Syracuse website at least 72-hours before the hearing. The public may comment in writing by emailing nbd@ci.syracuse.ny.us .
Comments will be appended to the hearing record.



Five Year Consolidated Action Plan (2015-2019)

The final draft of the Consolidated Action Plan describes the Department’s performance goals and strategy for meeting them for the next five years. CLICK HERE to view an electronic version of the Consolidated PlanThe 30 day COMMENT PERIOD began on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 and ended on Wednesday, March 25, 2015. All comments submitted within these dates have been included within the Plan.



FINAL Fourth Annual Action Plan



The Department of Neighborhood and Business Development announces the final Fourth Annual Action Plan for Year 44 (May 1st, 2018 – April 30th, 2019) to the public .To download a copy of the Fourth Annual Action Plan click here. To request a hard copy please contact NBD staff:

Year 44 (2018-2019) CAPER DRAFT

Click here to download a copy of the public document.

Year 43 (2017-2018) A public meeting was held on Wednesday, August 15th, 2018 at 4 p.m. in the Atrium, City Hall Commons, 201 E. Washington Street, Syracuse, NY 13202. At this meeting, NBD reported on its performance for Year 43 (2017-2018) and heard comments and recommendations from citizens and stakeholders pertaining to the expenditure of funds for programs serving eligible populations in the City’s Revitalization areas. Click here to download a copy of the public document.

Final 2018-20 UNSAAC Funding Recommendations

The City of Syracuse is happy to announce the award recipients for the University Neighborhood Service Agreement Advisory Committee(UNSAAC) funding allocation. The allocations represent the full amount to be received over a 2-year period for a total of $750,000 of local grant funding. Click here for the FINAL 2018-20 (UNSAAC) Funding Recommendations.

Affordable Housing Study Report (2016)
The Department of Neighborhood and Business Development completed an Affordable Housing report, illustrating where and how many affordable housing units are in the City of Syracuse. For a copy of the document, click here.

Other Documentation:
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