Repair Program

Program Purpose

Provides assistance to low-income, owner-occupied households to correct health, safety and/or potential code enforcement violation issues. 

Eligibility Requirements

The applicant must:

  • Own and occupy the single-family residence for which assistance is requested.
  • Not have the means to make the needed repairs (assets, property, insurance, etc.).
  • The city must determine that the assistance is needed.
  • The applicant's gross annual household income must not exceed the current HUD income limits.

HUD Income Limits

Family Size
Extremely Low Very Low - 50%Low - 80%
$13,750$22,900$36,650
$17,420$26,200$41,850
$21,960$29,450$47,100
$26,500$32,700$52,300
$31,040$35,350$56,500
$35,580$37,950$60,700
$40,120$40,550$64,900
$43,200$43,200$69,050

Income limits are updated annually by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Terms & Conditions

The applicant must enter into a legally binding agreement, which places a lien on the property. During the lien period, the applicant must:

  • Keep all property taxes and insurance current
  • Maintain the property as their principal residence and in a safe and sanitary condition
  • Consent to annual inspections by the city and provide verification of compliance

The maximum forgivable mortgage loan shall not exceed $15,000.

For more information, please contact La'Shondra Robinson by email or at (386) 671-8058.