659605 - CDBG Pocket Parks

The Iowa Economic Development Authority is offering up to $150,000 per municipality for the design and construction of “pocket parks” – small, permanent, ADA‑accessible green spaces no larger than a quarter acre. Applicants must be incorporated cities or counties (non‑HUD entitlement areas), provide at least 25 % matching funds, and demonstrate that 51 % of households in the defined service area are low‑to‑moderate income. Professional engineers or architects must design the park, and all features must be permanently installed. The grant period runs from March 18 2026 to May 22 2029, with award announcements slated for July 15 2026. • Funding limit: $150,000 per project, 25 % match required. • Eligible applicants: Iowa cities and counties (excluding HUD entitlement areas). • Scope: Site selection, engineering/architectural design, ADA‑compliant construction of a ≤ 0.25‑acre park. • Compliance: Must meet 2 CFR 200 audit rules, Davis‑Bacon, historic preservation, and environmental approvals.