Wichita is moving forward with its newly approved 2024-2028 Community Development Plan, targeting urban revitalization and stronger housing support.

Guided by the Community Investments division and backed by major HUD funding streams, the city will channel resources into the Community Development Block Grant, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grant programs.

These efforts prioritize residents who meet specific income guidelines, ensuring assistance reaches those most in need.

The City Council's commitment is evident with a $5 million boost to the Affordable Housing Fund, providing up to $40,000 per house for developers working on affordable homes—especially former public housing units in Northeast and Southwest Wichita.

Additionally, $1.3 million in COVID relief has been allocated, and organizations like Wichita Habitat for Humanity are actively rehabbing dozens of single-family homes in key neighborhoods.

Urban transformation continues downtown as the city partners with renowned firm Sasaki to develop a new 10-year action plan, with public input commencing early 2025.