The City of Rocky Mount is seeking applications for its Workforce Housing Repair Grant.
Donor Name: City of Rocky Mount
State: North Carolina
City: Rocky Mount
Type of Grant: Grant
Deadline: 12/09/2022
Size of the Grant: $200,000
Details:
In an effort to promote neighborhood stability and preserve the existing supply of single-family homes, the city of Rocky Mount offers up to $15,000 to eligible workforce housing households for rehabilitation improvements of houses that are at least 40 years old.
Eligible repairs
- Energy efficiency improvements (replacement windows and doors)
- System upgrades (i.e. plumbing, electrical and HVAC)Roof repair and/or replacement and gutters
- Water heater replacement
- Lead, mold, and asbestos abatement/remediation
- Accessibility features for entering and existing the home (i.e. wheelchair ramps, stair rails) and grab bars in bathrooms.
- Installing smoke alarms
- If the property is under the minimum housing code, the scope of work must satisfy all code violations
Award Amount
City of Rocky Mount: $200,00
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants earning between 80% and 125% of Area Median Income must own and reside in home as primary residence. Home must be at least 40 year old and within the city limits of Rocky Mount. Provide written evidence of insurance coverage for liability, casualty, and flood damage (if located in flood zone). Be current on city and county taxes; current on payment of utility bills from the City; and have no liens against the property for weed abatement or improvements.
For more information, visit Workforce Housing Repair.