Independence 5-Year Consolidated Plan, an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing and Annual Action Plan

The City of Independence, Missouri, is seeking a qualified consulting firm to carry out an involved planning process that results in an updated 5-year HUD-approved Consolidated Plan with an updated Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing choice. The Consolidated Plan serves as an application for entitlement Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs. The plan is for the period July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2031. Key aspects of the contract include: • The development of a 5-year Consolidated Plan • An Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing choice • Compliance with 24 CFR, Part 91 • Entitlement Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) programs The contract was awarded to CEW Advisors, Inc.