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Fort Worth's First CDBG-DR Program | ICF

Fort Worth's First CDBG-DR Program | ICF Skip to main content Back Industries Powerful solutions that drive innovation and deliver results. Our Expertise Utilities Disaster management Transportation Aviation Federal health Energy Environmental services and infrastructure Climate resilience Community and economic development U.S. federal State and local government UK government European government Client stories See how we help fast-changing industries succeed. Back Capabilities Applying technology and expertise to deliver bold, lasting impact. Technology Digital modernization Artificial intelligence Data and analytics Experience and design Cloud Cybersecurity Partner ecosystem Solutions Program implementation Strategy and innovation Workforce and change management Policy and regulatory Grants management Strategic communications ICF Fathom Explore our suite of AI solutions and services Strategic agency for engagement and transformation. Back Insights Stay ahead with research, insights, and success stories developed by industry experts. Trending topics Using AI against fraud, waste, and abuse AI innovation Grid modernization Workforce development Extreme weather resilience Latest thinking Articles Client stories News Reports Webinars Smart charts Top federal AI trends New findings for 2025 The impact of rapid demand growth Key recommendations for utilities Back About A leading global company turning data into insights and innovation into impact. About ICF News Leadership History Corporate Citizenship Ethics and compliance Data privacy Contracts Locations Europe and U.K. Learn about our work with governments, businesses, and organizations in Europe and the U.K. Need help or want to learn more?  Contact us Careers Investors Popular Searches Federal IT modernization Artificial intelligence Disaster mitigation Energy efficiency Federal health Featured Learn more Federal IT modernization services Client stories Helping Fort Worth launch its first CDBG-DR program As a first-time Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) recipient and Entitlement Community, we helped the City of Fort Worth, Texas, build internal capacity and launch its disaster recovery program from the ground up. RESULTS AT A GLANCE 290+ homeowner applications received during Phase 2 intake 3 community centers retrofitted with generators for future disaster sheltering As a direct recipient of disaster recovery funds, the City of Fort Worth needed to quickly build internal capacity to manage its first-ever CDBG-DR program. We provided hands-on support to help the city launch, staff, and implement its recovery and mitigation efforts following the 2021 ice storm.

Challenge

The City of Fort Worth was dealing with staffing gaps and limited internal experience with HUD’s CDBG-DR requirements. Yet they needed to quickly stand up a compliant program to address housing damage from the 2021 ice storm, which had left many residents without safe, livable homes. With a $27 million allocation—five times larger than its typical annual HUD funding—the city had to scale up fast while maintaining compliance and transparency.

Solution To meet urgent recovery needs and federal requirements, we worked with the City of Fort Worth, a HUD Entitlement Community, to establish the foundational elements of its CDBG-DR program. Our team brought deep expertise in HUD disaster recovery—embedding technical specialists to support program design, staffing strategy, and operational readiness. This included aligning city processes with federal expectations and ensuring the program could launch quickly and effectively.

We worked closely with city staff to revise the action plan, configure the Neighborly system for intake and case management, and launch the Homeowners Repair and Rehabilitation Program (HARRP). Our team led policy development, trained intake staff, and established quality control processes to ensure consistency and compliance. We also supported mitigation and multifamily housing initiatives, including generator installations at community centers and responding to a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for affordable housing developers. Throughout the engagement, we focused on building the city’s long-term capacity while delivering timely recovery support to residents.

Where we are now In less than a year, the City of Fort Worth moved from program design to implementation—launching intake, conducting inspections, and preparing awards for construction. The city will be rehabilitating homes to meet HUD’s Housing Quality Standards and adding accessibility features for vulnerable residents. Mitigation efforts include retrofitting community centers with generators and equipping trucks with salt brine systems to prevent future ice-related road hazards. With our support, the city is on track to complete its recovery work efficiently and independently.

Intake launched within 6 months of contract start

Up to $150,000 available per home for repairs and upgrades

Multifamily housing program prepared for launch with policy approval and NOFA ready

“ICF is great! There's absolutely nothing they can't do. From the moment they've joined our team, they've gone above and beyond to understand the City of Fort Worth processes and procedures—collaborating with us to create program plans to align with our goals. Aside from them being extremely knowledgeable, they have a phenomenal staff that I truly believe is committed to excellence and makes collaboration effortless and enjoyable.” Jerin Smith DR Program Manager, City of Fort Worth Talk to an expert today Contact Us

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