Department
Community Development
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of a Substantial Amendment to the HUD HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. This plan describes how the County intends to allocate $2,432,222.00 in HOME-ARP funds, authorized by the HOME-American Rescue Plan Program. The proposed amendment reallocates funds to support financial assistance, short-and medium-term rental assistance (Supportive Services) for low to moderate income individuals and families. The funds are 100% grant funded.
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
Pursuant to 24 C.F.R. Section 91.505, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) allows amendments to the consolidated plan and annual action plans (1) where there are changes to funding allocations or changes to the method of distribution of funds; (2) to carry out an activity using funds from any program covered by the consolidated plan not previously described in the action plan; and (3) to change the purpose, scope, location, or beneficiary of an activity.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Health and Human Services
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
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District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
No
Summary & Background On March 15, 2023, the Board of Commissioners approved the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan for the $2,428,588 in federal HOME-ARP funds awarded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). HUD awarded an additional $3,634 to Fulton County making the total $2,432,222. The deadline to expend HOME-ARP funds is September 30, 2030.
The plan has now been updated so that all of these funds will be used to provide financial assistance, short-and medium-term rental assistance (Supportive Services) to meet a critical need for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. Funds were reallocated from the development activities (non-congregate shelter and rental housing) and tenant-based rental assistance.
Next Steps:
• Submit the approved Substantial Amendment to HUD.
• Release a Request for Proposals (RFP) for nonprofits to administer funds.
• Submit funding recommendations to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
Scope of Work: See table below.
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HOME ARP Categories |
Original Funding Allocation |
Substantial Amendment Updated Allocation |
|
Supportive Services |
$300,000 |
$2,188,278 |
|
Acquisition & Development of Non-Congregate Shelters |
$500,000 |
|
|
Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) |
$365,000 |
|
|
Development of Affordable Rental Housing |
$1,020,007 |
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|
Administration and Planning |
$243,581 |
$243,944 |
|
HOME ARP Total |
$2,428,588 |
$2,432,222 |
Note: $2,432,222 includes an additional $3,634 awarded by HUD.
Community Impact: The HOME-ARP funds will assist the County in its efforts to address homelessness and housing instability within the County.
Department Recommendation: The department recommends the BOC approve the requested HOME-ARP Substantial Amendment.
Project Implications: Approval of these funds will strengthen Fulton County’s ability to provide supportive services that help prevent homelessness, stabilize vulnerable households, and promote long-term housing security.
Community Issues/Concerns: The HOME-ARP substantial amendment was publicly advertised on July 23, 2025 - August 7, 2025. There were no community issues or concerns.
Department Issues/Concerns: If the Substantial Amendment to the HUD HOME-ARP Plan is not approved, it will limit the County’s ability to release 2021 grant funds and respond to community development needs of low to moderate income communities within Fulton County.
Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
461-121-HAR1-1160 Professional Services $243,944
Funding Line 2:
461-121-HAR1-V290 Supportive Services $2,188,278