Community Development Program
NOTICE OF PUBLIC DISPLAY AND PUBLIC HEARING
AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND AMENDMENT
TO THE FY 2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR CARES ACT FUNDS
BENSALEM TOWNSHIP, PA
In accordance with the Federal regulations at 24 CFR, Part 91, Bensalem Township has prepared a Substantial Amendment to its 2019 Annual Action Plan for CARES Act Funds for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development and Planning Program.
Copies of the 2019 Substantial Amendment are available for public inspection and review for a five-day period from October 7, 2022 to October 11, 2022 at the Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem Township.
The Township proposes a revision to its 2019 Annual Action Plan for CARES Act Funds for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funding:
100 percent (100%) of the funding will be used for activities benefiting low or moderate-income persons and persons with disabilities.
Interested persons are encouraged to express their views on the Substantial Amendment to the Annual Action Plan for Cares Act in writing to the Office of Community Development, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020, Attention: Mr. William Cmorey, Director. Comments on the 2019 Amendment that are received by October 11, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. will be considered.
By Order of
Joseph DiGirolamo, Mayor
Bensalem Township
AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND AMENDMENT
TO THE FY 2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR CARES ACT FUNDS
BENSALEM TOWNSHIP, PA
In accordance with the Federal regulations at 24 CFR, Part 91, Bensalem Township has prepared a Substantial Amendment to its 2019 Annual Action Plan for CARES Act Funds for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development and Planning Program.
Copies of the 2019 Substantial Amendment are available for public inspection and review for a five-day period from October 7, 2022 to October 11, 2022 at the Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem Township.
The Township proposes a revision to its 2019 Annual Action Plan for CARES Act Funds for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funding:
- Reduce 2019 CARES Rental Assistance Program: $84,600 CDBG
- Increase 2019 Bensalem Senior Center: $70,000.00 CDBG
- Increase 2019 CARES Food Bank Program $14,600 CDBG
100 percent (100%) of the funding will be used for activities benefiting low or moderate-income persons and persons with disabilities.
Interested persons are encouraged to express their views on the Substantial Amendment to the Annual Action Plan for Cares Act in writing to the Office of Community Development, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020, Attention: Mr. William Cmorey, Director. Comments on the 2019 Amendment that are received by October 11, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. will be considered.
By Order of
Joseph DiGirolamo, Mayor
Bensalem Township
NOTICE OF PUBLIC DISPLAY AND PUBLIC HEARING
AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND AMENDMENT
TO THE FY 2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR CARES ACT FUNDS
BENSALEM TOWNSHIP, PA
In accordance with the Federal regulations at 24 CFR, Part 91, Bensalem Township has prepared a Substantial Amendment to its 2019 Annual Action Plan (AAP) and the 2019 Annual Action Plan for CARES Act Funds for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development and Planning Program.
Copies of the 2019 Substantial Amendment are available for public inspection and review for a thirty-day period from September 30, 2022 to October 31, 2022 at the Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem Township. Copies of the Substantial Amendment for the CARES Act Funds will be available for a period of five days beginning September 30, 2022.
Bensalem Township will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 10:00 AM to solicit citizen comments on the Substantial Amendment. The hearing will be held in the Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020.
The Township proposes a revision to its 2019 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funding:
The Township proposes a revision to its 2019 Annual Action Plan for CARES Act Funds for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funding:
100 percent ($100%) of the funding will be used for activities benefiting low or moderate-income persons with disabilities.
Interested persons are encouraged to express their views on the Substantial Amendment to the 2019 Annual Action Plan and the 2019 Annual Action Plan for Cares Act in writing to the Office of Community Development, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020, Attention: Mr. William Cmorey, Director. Comments on the 2019 Amendment that are received by October 31, 2022 will be considered. Comments on the CARES Act amendment will be accepted through 4:00 p.m. October 4, 2022.
By Order of
Joseph DiGirolamo, Mayor
Bensalem Township
AMENDMENT TO THE FY 2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND AMENDMENT
TO THE FY 2019 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR CARES ACT FUNDS
BENSALEM TOWNSHIP, PA
In accordance with the Federal regulations at 24 CFR, Part 91, Bensalem Township has prepared a Substantial Amendment to its 2019 Annual Action Plan (AAP) and the 2019 Annual Action Plan for CARES Act Funds for the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development and Planning Program.
Copies of the 2019 Substantial Amendment are available for public inspection and review for a thirty-day period from September 30, 2022 to October 31, 2022 at the Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem Township. Copies of the Substantial Amendment for the CARES Act Funds will be available for a period of five days beginning September 30, 2022.
Bensalem Township will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 10:00 AM to solicit citizen comments on the Substantial Amendment. The hearing will be held in the Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020.
The Township proposes a revision to its 2019 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funding:
- Create 2019 ADA Curb Cuts Program CDBG
- Cancel 2019 Housing Rehab: $43,737.50 CDBG
- Increase 2019 ADA Curb Cuts Program to $43,737.50 CDBG
The Township proposes a revision to its 2019 Annual Action Plan for CARES Act Funds for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funding:
- Cancel 2019 CARES Rental Assistance Program: $48,292.38 CDBG
- Cancel 2019 CARES Program Admin: $27,007.48 CDBG
- Increase 2019 CARES Food Bank Program $75,299.86 CDBG
100 percent ($100%) of the funding will be used for activities benefiting low or moderate-income persons with disabilities.
Interested persons are encouraged to express their views on the Substantial Amendment to the 2019 Annual Action Plan and the 2019 Annual Action Plan for Cares Act in writing to the Office of Community Development, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020, Attention: Mr. William Cmorey, Director. Comments on the 2019 Amendment that are received by October 31, 2022 will be considered. Comments on the CARES Act amendment will be accepted through 4:00 p.m. October 4, 2022.
By Order of
Joseph DiGirolamo, Mayor
Bensalem Township
NOTICE OF PUBLIC DISPLAY
AND REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
FY 2021 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FOR
Bensalem Township, PA
The Bensalem Township Office of Community Development has prepared its Consolidated Plan Performance Report for the year July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022. The Office of Community Development is making this report available to the public for comment between September 9th 2022 and September 23rd, 2022. Written comment may be submitted to the Office of Community Development until September 23rd, 2022, during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or by email to wcmorey@bensalempa.gov. The CAPER may be accessed online HERE or at the Community Development Office in the Bensalem Township Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020.
Bensalem Township has prepared the FY 2021 CAPER in accordance with Title I of the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, P.L. 101-625, and the regulations at 24 CFR Part 91.250. The report information include:
This report will be submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development on September 30, 2022. Any comments received after this report is submitted will be forwarded to HUD to be made a part of the report.
Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo
AND REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT
FY 2021 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FOR
Bensalem Township, PA
The Bensalem Township Office of Community Development has prepared its Consolidated Plan Performance Report for the year July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022. The Office of Community Development is making this report available to the public for comment between September 9th 2022 and September 23rd, 2022. Written comment may be submitted to the Office of Community Development until September 23rd, 2022, during regular business hours, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or by email to wcmorey@bensalempa.gov. The CAPER may be accessed online HERE or at the Community Development Office in the Bensalem Township Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020.
Bensalem Township has prepared the FY 2021 CAPER in accordance with Title I of the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, P.L. 101-625, and the regulations at 24 CFR Part 91.250. The report information include:
- Details of funds received from HUD for the CDBG Program;
- Summary of resources and accomplishments;
- Status of actions taken during the year to implement the goals outlined in the Consolidated Plan; and
- Evaluation of the progress made in addressing identified priority needs and objectives.
This report will be submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development on September 30, 2022. Any comments received after this report is submitted will be forwarded to HUD to be made a part of the report.
Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo
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Bensalem Township, acting under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act, provides assistance to homeowners in the repair and rehabilitation of their homes. If a resident is living in his/her home, which needs repairs or rehabilitation, the resident may be eligible for a no interest loan through Bensalem Township Housing Program. All residents of Bensalem Township are eligible to apply, subject to the following criteria:
ELIGIBILITY
Open to any resident of Bensalem Township. Applicant must own and occupy as principal residence, a one-family home within the Township. Multi-family structures and rental units are not eligible.
The combined gross annual income for all persons living in the applicant's household shall not exceed the following:
ELIGIBILITY
Open to any resident of Bensalem Township. Applicant must own and occupy as principal residence, a one-family home within the Township. Multi-family structures and rental units are not eligible.
The combined gross annual income for all persons living in the applicant's household shall not exceed the following:
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Household Size
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Annual Household Income
$54,150 $61,850 $69,600 $77,300 $83,500 $85,900 $89,700 $102,050 |
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Income is defined as the combined gross annual income of all occupants of the dwelling unit. Potential recipients shall be required to prove annual income. Income shall be verified by income tax returns, pay check stubs or other means. Periods of temporary unemployment shall be excluded from the determination of normal annual income.
Families with disposable assets in excess of $10,000 and elderly or handicapped persons with disposable assets of $20,000 OR MORE shall not be eligible for assistance. Assets such as stocks, bonds, cash and real estate shall be considered. The value of the primary residence and up to one automobile per driver shall be excluded from this provision.
The Bensalem Township Office of Community Development, in conjunction with the Bucks County Re-Development Authority, administers this program. For more information on eligibility, application and program specifics, please contact Jeff Darwak, Executive Director, at 215-781-8711.
Click here to view the Township Code of Ordinances website.
FAIR HOUSING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The secretary of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has made Fair Housing a priority area. Bensalem Township promotes many fair housing activities. One activity the Township operates is its Housing Rehabilitation Program. If you own a home in Bensalem Township and meet certain income limits you may qualify under this program.
Eligibility Household Income
For information, you may contact the Bucks County Redevelopment Authority at 215-781-8711.
Jeff Darwak, Deputy Director
Redevelopment Authority of Bucks County
216 Pond Street, Bristol PA 19007
Phone: 215-781-8716
Fax: 215-781-8716
Email
Federal Law prohibits housing discrimination based on your race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status or disability. If you have been trying to buy or rent a home or an apartment and you believe your rights have been violated you can file a Fair Housing complaint. Complaints may be filed at the following locations:
Bucks County Human Relations Council
P.O. Box 2012
Doylestown, PA 18901
www.bchumanrelations.org
Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission
Philadelphia Regional Office
711 State Office Bldg
1400 Garden Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
www.phrc.state.pa.us
215-560-2496
Text Telephone 215-560-3599
Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
100 Penn Square East, 12th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107-3380
www.hud.gov/complaints
Families with disposable assets in excess of $10,000 and elderly or handicapped persons with disposable assets of $20,000 OR MORE shall not be eligible for assistance. Assets such as stocks, bonds, cash and real estate shall be considered. The value of the primary residence and up to one automobile per driver shall be excluded from this provision.
The Bensalem Township Office of Community Development, in conjunction with the Bucks County Re-Development Authority, administers this program. For more information on eligibility, application and program specifics, please contact Jeff Darwak, Executive Director, at 215-781-8711.
Click here to view the Township Code of Ordinances website.
FAIR HOUSING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
The secretary of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has made Fair Housing a priority area. Bensalem Township promotes many fair housing activities. One activity the Township operates is its Housing Rehabilitation Program. If you own a home in Bensalem Township and meet certain income limits you may qualify under this program.
Eligibility Household Income
For information, you may contact the Bucks County Redevelopment Authority at 215-781-8711.
Jeff Darwak, Deputy Director
Redevelopment Authority of Bucks County
216 Pond Street, Bristol PA 19007
Phone: 215-781-8716
Fax: 215-781-8716
Federal Law prohibits housing discrimination based on your race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status or disability. If you have been trying to buy or rent a home or an apartment and you believe your rights have been violated you can file a Fair Housing complaint. Complaints may be filed at the following locations:
Bucks County Human Relations Council
P.O. Box 2012
Doylestown, PA 18901
www.bchumanrelations.org
Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission
Philadelphia Regional Office
711 State Office Bldg
1400 Garden Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130
www.phrc.state.pa.us
215-560-2496
Text Telephone 215-560-3599
Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
100 Penn Square East, 12th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107-3380
www.hud.gov/complaints