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HeRO
Program
HOME Repair Opportunity Program
Who is
eligible?
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Homeowners whose
annual income does not exceed 80 percent of the Area Median Income for
the property area, in accordance with HOME regulations are eligible. Income levels
differ from county to county but are usually within a maximum range of
$35,500-$51,600.
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Eligible homeowners
may receive cash assistance up to $20,000 for repairs.
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The homeowner must
occupy the property as his or her principal residence.
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The homeowner must
execute a Land Use Restriction Agreement (LURA) with a term of three
years. Grant funds must be paid in full if the property is sold at any
time prior to three years. |
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Only counties
covered by participating Community Development Agencies qualify for the
HeRO Home Repair Program. Applications for the HeRO program are obtained
from participating agencies.
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