Tire-Derived Aggregate Grant Program
🏛 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (California)
Can you apply?
This grant is for California nonprofits and developers with previously HCD-awarded housing projects. Applicants must demonstrate project readiness and commit to applying for CDLAC funding in the next cycle. Projects with a small post-award funding gap—from decreased tax credit pricing or unanticipated costs—are also eligible.
The program streamlines the application process. Previously determined conditions and documents from existing HCD awards will not be re-reviewed. Scoring criteria minimize repetition, and underwriting requirements are simplified.
Geographic scope is limited to California. Projects must be housing development projects that received prior HCD funding.
Program description
Tire-Derived Aggregate (TDA) is made from shredded tires as an alternative to conventional lightweight aggregates that is: Lightweight Free-draining Less expensive Eligible Applicants Include: -All California local government entities, including cities, counties, and cities and counties. -Special districts, including transportation districts. -Joint Powers Authorities in which all JPA members are also eligible applicants. -Public school districts. -All California state agencies, including offices, departments, bureaus, and boards. -University of California, California State University, and California Community Colleges. -Private, for-profit entities. Defined as a business intended to operate at a profit and return a profit to its owner(s). The business must be California-based, or if in another state, must have an operational presence in California: see Application Guidelines and Instructions for complete details and restrictions. -Non-profit organizations, except private elementary or secondary schools, registered with the federal government under section 501(c)(3), (c)(4), (c)(6), or (c)(10) of the Internal Revenue Code. -Qualifying Tribal Entities. A Qualifying Tribal Entity is defined as a tribe, band, nation, or other organized group or community, residing within the borders of California, which: Is recognized for special programs and services provided by the United States to Indians because of the status of its members as Indians or: Can prove that it is a government entity and meets the criteria of the grant program. Eligible projects include: Category 1: Mechanically Stabilized TDA for retaining walls. Category 2: Low Impact Development, stormwater mitigation including stormwater infiltration galleries. Category 3: Lightweight film, slope stabilization, embankment fill, landslide repair, and retaining walls. Category 4: Vibration mitigation under rail lines. Category 5: Landfill application, aggregate replacement projects such as leachate and gas collection systems, drainage layers, and leachate injection. How to apply: Funding – CalRecycle Home Page Applications due July 16, 2026.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- Proof of prior HCD award and project status
- Funding gap analysis with justification (tax credit pricing or cost increases)
- CDLAC application timeline and commitment letter
- Current project readiness documentation
- Updated project financials or underwriting summary
Program contact
- 📧 Phanessa.Fong@calrecycle.ca.gov
- 📞 1-916-341-6689
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Applicants with HCD-awarded projects that show readiness and can commit to CDLAC funding applications. Also eligible are projects with a small post-award funding gap from decreased tax credit pricing or higher costs.
Is there a cost-share requirement?
No cost-sharing is required for this grant.
How does this streamlined process work?
Previously determined HCD documents are not re-reviewed. Point scoring avoids repetition. Underwriting and feasibility reviews are simplified compared to standard awards.
What's the deadline and funding pool?
The deadline is June 5, 2026. Total funding pool is $240 million, though individual award amounts are not specified.
Can I apply if my project doesn't have prior HCD funding?
This grant is limited to projects with existing HCD awards. New or non-HCD projects are not eligible under this NOFA.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Submit documentation quickly. The streamlined process rewards project readiness and clear gap justification.
- Connect with your HCD contact early. They will not re-review previous determinations, so clarify what documents are still needed.
- Document the cause of your funding gap clearly. Explain decreased tax credit pricing or cost increases in detail.
- Prepare your CDLAC application timeline alongside this application. Show your commitment and realistic readiness for the next funding cycle.
- Keep narrative brief. Avoid repeating information from previous HCD awards. The program penalizes redundancy in scoring.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to clearly justify the funding gap and its cause. Resubmitting previous HCD-approved documents without explaining why they remain current. Unclear commitment to CDLAC funding application timeline.
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