Akron Home Repair Program (Ohio) - fundsforNGOs

The Akron ARPA Home Repair Program is intended to address the housing, health, and safety needs of income-eligible households so that Akron residents can maintain a safe, decent, and affordable place to live.

Donor Name: City of Akron

State: Ohio

City: Akron

Type of Grant: Program

Deadline: Ongoing

Size of the Grant: up to $25,000

Details:

Eligibility will be determined by the City of Akron, and home inspections and eligible repairs will be completed by City-approved, licensed, building contractors. Eligible repairs are restricted to those necessary for improving the health, safety, and well-being of the household.

Selection preference will be given based on the household’s location, income, and need for emergency repairs.

Priority Factor

Need for Emergency Repairs
Income

Funding Information

The Program provides repairs of up to $25,000 to those who are most in need.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, you must:

Be the owner of the home, and your property must be located within the city limits of Akron, Ohio.
Meet one of the following household income requirements:
- Inside of a QCT and have a household income at or below 80% of the Are Median Income (AMI).
- Outside of a QCT and have a household income at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI).
Be current on your mortgage, property taxes, state and local income taxes, or be current on an approved payment plan for any delinquent taxes for a minimum of the three prior months.
Home must be in sound structural condition for requested work to be performed.
Renters, occupants on a land contract, and owners/occupants of mobile home units are not eligible for services through this program. However, the City intends to launch a rental home repair program in the near future.

Eligible Repairs