DCA is making available infrastructure funding in Georgia’s Appalachian Regional Commission footprint. Pre-applications for funding are due June 19, 2026, and full applications are due July 10, 2026. Funding limit per project is $2,000,000 and all applicable match requirements apply.

Eligible Projects:

• Water system expansions, improvements, new construction
• Wastewater system expansions, improvements, new construction
• Stormwater management systems
• Road realignment, especially in industrial areas/employment centers
• Sidewalk improvements, expansions, construction, especially in downtown areas or those areas walkable to a commercial/industrial district/employment center
• Bike paths and trails MUST show a significant economic impact.

A map of the counties eligible to receive Appalachian Regional Commission funding can be found here.

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: (in accordance with Georgia’s Service Delivery Strategy, applicants must be the designated owner/operator of any infrastructure created/improved by these funds)

• Local governments
• Water and Sewer Authorities
• Other entities designated as providers according to the community’s Service Delivery Strategy

How to Apply

Pre-application materials may be found here. Pre-applications must be submitted via email to arc.biz@dca.ga.gov.

Webinar

There will be an informational webinar hosted by DCA on Monday, April 6, 2026 from 1-2:30pm. Click here to register for the webinar.

Contact

For questions, please email Annaka.woodruff@dca.ga.gov.

Deadline

Please note that there are two required deadlines for this funding opportunity:

• Pre-applications are due June 19, 2026
• Full applications are due July 10, 2026