Funding for Urban Centers

Funding is available for planning, regulatory updates, and implementation projects.

Community Planning Assistance

Community Planning Assistance (CPA) is available to Chester County municipalities and multi-municipal groups seeking to improve their planning programs while achieving consistency with and implementation of the goals, objectives, recommendations, and map of Landscapes3. Through CPA, Chester County Planning Commission staff are available to act as the consultant for undertaking projects, with cost-sharing between the County and municipality. CPA projects are undertaken based on staff availability and expertise, and the potential to implement Landscapes3.

General project types that may be eligible include comprehensive plans, zoning and subdivision ordinances, ordinance amendments, official maps, and planning studies that advance Landscapes3 at the municipal or multi-municipal level.

Questions about the program can be directed to ccObfuscationplanning@Obfuscationchesco.org. or 610-344-6285.

Community Revitalization Program

Urban Centers may apply for funding through the Chester County Department of Community Development's Community Revitalization Program (CRP), which provides construction funds for public infrastructure improvements. Projects funded may include but are not limited to the installation of sidewalks, streetscapes, parks and recreation facilities, sewer and water lines, and sewer and water treatment plant improvements. Once funding for the project is awarded, design and engineering on the project can commence. Finally, after engineering of the project concludes, the project can advance to the bid and permitting process and construction. For more information and the CRP schedule visit the CCDCD website.

Additional Funding Options

The Chester County Planning Commission maintains a current listing of grant opportunities for municipalities, from both county and non-county sources.