This grant from the Department of Housing and Urban Development is designed to fund projects that use robotics and AI in factory-built housing. The goal is to build homes faster and cheaper, increasing the overall housing supply. The grant supports projects that can be scaled beyond initial testing to broader use, focusing on improving construction speed, efficiency, quality, or cost.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations and individuals interested in using robotics and AI to innovate in the home construction industry. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, for-profit organizations, Native American tribal organizations, individuals, and public and state institutions of higher education.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a clear demonstration of technology scalability
- Failure to align with program goals
- Inability to quantify affordability benefits
- Non-compliance with Gold Standard Science principles
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Evidence of technology scalability
- Quantified affordability benefits
- Compliance with Gold Standard Science principles
- Proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status, organizational documents)
Cautions
- HUD will be actively involved in the project, requiring coordination
- Projects must demonstrate scalability beyond a single pilot
- Strict adherence to Gold Standard Science principles is required
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include nonprofits with or without 501(c)(3) status, for-profit organizations, Native American tribal organizations, individuals, and public and state institutions of higher education. This means that a wide range of entities, from individual innovators to large educational institutions, can apply if they meet the specific criteria outlined in the grant.
Overview
This grant is for organizations and individuals interested in using robotics and AI to innovate in the home construction industry. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, for-profit organizations, Native American tribal organizations, individuals, and public and state institutions of higher education.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Lack of a clear demonstration of technology scalability
- Failure to align with program goals
- Inability to quantify affordability benefits
- Non-compliance with Gold Standard Science principles
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support demonstration projects that integrate robotics and AI into the home construction process, focusing on scalability and efficiency improvements. The aim is to lower construction costs and increase housing supply.
Total Program Funding
$10,000,000
Expected Awards
3
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- May 29, 2026
- Deadline
- Jul 13, 2026(30 days)
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Fall 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with Grants.gov
- Prepare a detailed project proposal
- Demonstrate technology scalability
- Quantify expected affordability benefits
- Ensure compliance with Gold Standard Science principles
- Gather proof of eligibility (e.g., nonprofit status)