Residential Development
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  Residential
  Development
  Housing
  Development
  City of St. Louis

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What does the Residential Housing Development Section do?

The Residential Development Section fosters neighborhood stabilization and reinvestment by assisting developers (small and large) and neighborhood groups with financing for the rehabilitation or construction of affordable housing within the City of St. Louis. The staff also assists in the overall coordination and monitoring of projects selected for funding.
  • Do you have money for investment property?

The availability of funding varies from neighborhood to neighborhood in the City. If an interested developer meets the necessary experience and financial criteria and has been approved for a specific project, the Community Development Administration will evaluate the project for potential funding under one of our program guidelines. CDA is a secondary source of funding that is provided as a loan, not a grant.
  • Where can I get a grant or loan for repairs to my property?

If you live in the property, contact Catholic Commission on Housing at (314)241-5600, ext. 4.
  • I applied for home repair assistance and have never heard anything more? Who can I talk to?

Contact Catholic Commission on Housing at (314)241-5600, ext. 4.
  • I would like to buy a home. Do you have a "Down Payment Assistance Program"?

Contact Better Family Life at (314)367-3440 or Beyond Housing/Neighborhood Housing Services at (314)533-0600.
  • Am I eligible to purchase a home? If so, how much of a loan can I make?

A variety of local organizations may be able to assist you. They include Beyond Housing/Neighborhood Housing Services of Greater St. Louis, Inc., and Better Family Life. (See contact information above.)
  • What kind of programs do you have for people who want to do housing development in the City?

The Community Development Administration utilizes two programs for residential development:

  1. "Rental" Housing Production; and
  2. "For Sale" Housing Production.
Please refer to the "Self Screening Information" and/or the "Request for Proposals" in our Development Opportunities section.
  • I want to develop an LRA property as a rental or for-sale property. Does the City have money to help me?

    Contact the Residential Development Section at (314)622-3400.

  • Is my house in an Historic District? What are the requirements?

Contact the Cultural Resources Office at (314)622-3400.
  • I'm having trouble getting my landlord to fix my apartment (or related issues). Who can I call?

    Contact the St. Louis Housing Authority at (314)531-4770 or the City of St. Louis Building Division a (314)622-4671.

  • Who do I contact for rental assistance?

    Contact the St. Louis Housing Authority at (314) 531-4770.

  • I just came to St. Louis and need a place to stay. Who can help?

If you have a temporary need for shelter, you can contact the Housing Resource Center at (314)771-2273.

If you need assisted housing, you should contact the St. Louis Housing Authority at (314)531-4770 for information on vacancies and Section 8 vouchers

If you need an apartment and can afford to pay standard rent, look first at CIN's Rental Resources. Additionally, there are many apartment guides available at local gas stations, convenience stores and/or large grocery stores.

If you want to purchase a home in St. Louis, try CIN's Homebuyers' Guide.
  • Who can I contact if I have a Neighborhood complaint? - noisy neighbors, cars in the yard, trash in the yard, inappropriate or neglected animals, neighbors trees hanging over into my yard, etc.

Contact the Neighborhood Stabilization Office at (314) 622-4628.
  • I am over age 65, and my house needs repair. Do you have special grants for senior citizens?

Contact Catholic Commission on Housing at (314)241-5600, ext. 4.
  • Is there a housing corporation in my neighborhood?

For information contact the Neighborhood Stabilization Office at (314)622-4268, or SLACO at (314)533-9104.

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