Housing · Repairs & upkeep
Special Purpose Home Repair
Offered by DeKalb County Community Development
About
About This Program
Forgivable loans of up to $14,000 for urgent repairs for DeKalb County homeowners who are 62 or older, or disabled and 21 or older.
Eligibility
Who Can Apply
- Homeowner aged 62 or older, or legally disabled and aged 21 or older
- Single-family detached house in DeKalb County (not in the City of Atlanta) that is your primary residence
- On the title for at least the last 12 months, with clear title
- Own or have financed no more than one residential property
- Household income at or below 60% of the Area Median Income
- Not in bankruptcy, with federal and state income taxes and property taxes current
- Total liens on the property of $5,000 or less
- The home has not had repair funding from DeKalb Community Development before
Area served: DeKalb County
The offer
What's Offered
- Heating and cooling system repairs
- Plumbing repairs, including water lines, water pumps and water heaters
- Electrical repairs, including breaker boxes and basic wiring
- Roof replacement or repairs to shingles, gutters and flashing
- Up to $2,000 for accessibility items such as grab bars and ADA toilets
Amount: Up to $14,000, plus up to $2,000 for accessibility items
Get ready
What You'll Need
- Completed pre-application card
- Formal application if selected
Key dates
Dates
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