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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)


The ECDA services residents within the City of Kankakee’s City Limits.

The ECDA does not provide mortgage or rental assistance. We recommend reaching out to South Suburban Housing Center or Kankakee County Community Services, Inc. to see if you qualify for one of their programs.

The ECDA does not provide utility assistance. We recommend reaching out to South Suburban Housing Center or Kankakee County Community Services, Inc. to see if you qualify for one of their programs.

The ECDA does not provide housing. If you are in need of housing, contact Kan-I-Help or call the 2-1-1 hotline.

The ECDA does not provide services for homeless individuals. Please call or text Kankakee County’s Homeless Helpline at 1-833-815-HOPE(4673), contact Fortitude Community Outreach, Kan-I-Help, or Kankakee County Community Services, Inc.

The ECDA does not currently offer the First Time Homebuyer’s program or Housing Counseling. We recommend reaching out to South Suburban Housing Center for assistance.

We recommend contacting your Ward Aldermen or downloading the ‘KanConnect’ app to report an issue/concern.

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