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HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM
Non-Profit-owned Renter-occupied Housing Rehabilitation in
Designated Target Areas
Description
Based on available funding, the Housing Rehabilitation Program
helps non-profit organizations rehabilitate single-family or duplex
rental properties located in a designated target area (click here to
view current designated target area). The tenant must be low-income
and must reside at the property at the time the application is
processed.
Assistance Provided
- For low-income tenants (see HUD income limits), the City
will fund 100% of the eligible repairs up to $24,500.
Criteria for Eligibility
- Property must be owned by the non-profit organization and
located in a designated target area
- The non-profit organization must have approval from their
Board authorizing the grant application.
- Taxes (if applicable), insurance, and mortgage must be
current
- The property must be suitable for rehabilitation
- Must meet all other criteria for eligibility as outlined in
the Housing Rehabilitation Program policies and procedures
Eligible Repairs/Improvements
- Install ramps, widen doorways
- Install grab bars, install wheel
chair accessible shower
- Electrical repairs
- Heating and plumbing repairs
- Structural repairs, especially roofs, porches, windows, and
doors
- Repairs needed to meet City Code
- Replacement of essential built-in appliances
- Vinyl siding in lieu of exterior paint
- Foundation repairs
Ineligible Repairs
- Luxury items
- Wall paper
- Flooring such as tile, hard wood floors, etc.
- Hot tubs, whirlpool baths, steam showers
- Patios or decks
- Room additions
- Installation of fireplaces
- Window treatments
- Additions that alter or increase the square footage of the
residence.
- Repairs otherwise covered by homeowner’s insurance.
Application Process
- Fill out and return the application for the Housing
Rehabilitation Forgivable Loan program (applications can be
obtained on line or call the Rehabilitation Secretary and
request an application be sent to you).
Upon qualification for the program, you will be notified and
your organization will be eligible to apply for a grant(s)
For More Information
Marisa Loera
Telephone 817-276-6707
Fax 817-276-6743
Email
loeram@arlingtonhousing.us
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