Northeast Indiana
Region 3-A
Development and Regional Planning Commission
We help six Northeast Indiana counties plan, fund, and build the projects that raise the quality of life for everyone who lives here.
What We Do
Our Core Services
Economic Development
Site readiness, brownfield redevelopment, EDA funding, and tax abatement guidance for communities and businesses.
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Community Development
Grant funding for wastewater, stormwater, public facilities, blight clearance, and Main Street revitalization.
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Transportation
Traffic counts, accident studies, impact reports, safety audits, road reclassification, and grant applications.
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Housing Programs
Owner-occupied rehabilitation, Low-Income Housing Tax Credit projects, and regional housing studies.
Learn moreOur Mission
Regional collaboration is paramount to improving conditions that lead to a higher quality of life, economic prosperity and sustainability.
Through regional collaboration, we enjoy a focused and stronger voice to advocate for the region, a broader reach for our message and concerted energies to pursue and complete projects of regional significance.
From the Region
Latest News & Insights
Whitley County: Development Destination
Whitley County: Development Destination Whitley County, Indiana, ranks as the state’s 49th most populous county in the State, with approximately 36,825 residents. Nestled within…
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Business Brilliance: Wabash County
In our previous blogs, we explored our Business Brilliance segment—an initiative dedicated to spotlighting the diverse and dynamic organizations shaping Wabash County. This time,…
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Regional Roundup: Steuben County
Next in our county coverage series is Steuben County, located in the northeast corner of Indiana. Founded in 1836, Steuben County serves around 34,435…
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Who We Serve
Region 3-A serves six counties across Northeast Indiana, each with its own character, strengths, and priorities. Select any county to visit its government website.
LaGrange County
The nation's densest RV manufacturing cluster and a vibrant Amish agricultural community define LaGrange County.
✦ 3 Shovel Ready site certifications
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Steuben County
Northeast Indiana's lake country. More than 100 lakes fuel tourism and recreation alongside precision manufacturing.
✦ CDBG water upgrade completed 2024
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Noble County
A growing county balancing strong agricultural heritage with expanding manufacturing and commercial investment.
✦ 900-unit housing gap study 2024
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Whitley County
Positioned at the I-69 and US-30 interchange, one of Indiana's fastest-growing industrial corridors.
✦ SS4A road safety grant 2025
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Wabash County
Rich industrial heritage along the Wabash River with active Main Street revitalization and downtown investment.
✦ $2.4M Main Street investment facilitated
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Huntington County
A well-connected county with strong manufacturing, ongoing infrastructure investment, and road safety programs.
✦ SS4A road safety grant 2025
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