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Travis County CDBG team outlines home‑rehab grants, infrastructure projects available to Lakeway residents
Summary
Travis County planners described CDBG funding (~$1.7M/year) for infrastructure and an individual home‑rehab program offering up to $24,999 per qualifying household, explained eligibility (low‑to‑moderate income, project‑ or individual‑based), and encouraged local outreach and income surveys to qualify specific areas.
Representatives from Travis County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) team briefed council on funding and programs available to Lakeway residents and nearby unincorporated areas. Planner Mikaela Manion introduced CDBG projects (drainage, sidewalks, the all‑inclusive Southeast Metro playground) and a home rehabilitation program that can provide up to $24,999 per qualifying household for repairs such as septic work, weatherization, ADA modifications and roofing.
Manion explained county priorities are set through resident surveys and that project‑level eligibility is assessed case‑by‑case. "Home rehab is... an individual program... that qualifies based on household income — if a resident has income lower than 80% AMI they can qualify," a county planning manager said. Council members asked whether the county could work with local nonprofits and faith‑based groups to assist residents with applications; county staff said they do consult broadly and can perform smaller income surveys to demonstrate localized needs. The county encouraged Lakeway to share materials and to direct residents to their interactive map and application portal.
