Community Development
Now accepting applications for Disaster Housing Programs.
Housing Disaster Related Assistance Applications
Insurance Deductible Assistance Application
Disaster Rehabilitation Application
Disaster Mitigation Rental Assistance Application
Community Development Disaster Programs Available
Mission Statement
Community Development's mission is to provide an integrated system of resources, services and opportunities to help people improve their lives, the lives of others, neighborhoods and the total community.
Work is performed under the Director of General Services.
Departmental Services
The Office of Community Development (OCD ) offers continuous dedication to our community through coordinating, monitoring, and maintaining a centralized database of all grants and grant projects for the County. OCD also assists the Departments and Grant Consultants in the acquisition, implementation, and administration of grant programs. Housing assistance programs are offered to the citizens of Hardee County.
* Eligibility requirements apply to the programs offered.
First Time Home Buyer Program
Purchase assistance, to aid with closing cost and down payment, is provided to First Time Home Buyers whose household income is in the low to moderate income range.
Fair Housing
Federal Law prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or familial status when renting, selling or financing a home or property.
Click the link below for Fair Housing Information
* Fair Housing - Equal Housing Opportunity
Contact Information
Lorie Ayers - Community Development Director
Stacy Mendoza - Administrative Assistant
Chelsey Long - Accounting Specialist
Esther Bragg - Grants Coordinator
Shanique Outley - Housing Program Coordinator
412 West Orange Street, Rm 201
Wauchula, FL 33873
Office Phone (863 ) 773-6349
Fax (863 ) 773-5801
Hours of Operation:
Monday - Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.