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Action Housing Inc. is providing funds for low-income homeowners in Allegheny County to make whole-home repairs to severely damaged households through the federal Whole-Home Repairs Program.

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The Whole-Home Repair Program is a federal program and available in counties across the Commonwealth.

Through the program, homeowners could receive up to $50,000 in funds to fix critical issues that pose safety issues to residents, like damage to the roof, windows, or foundation of a home. Money is also available to make modifications for someone managing a disability.

The deadline to apply is 4 p.m. on Friday, November 17. No applications will be accepted after this time.

Who can apply? Who is eligible for a whole-home grant?

To qualify, an applicant must:

• own and live in a house needing repairs in Allegheny County.

• be living in a home with significant habitability issues like roof damage, unsafe electric wiring, or accessibility concerns.

• have a total income that doesn’t exceed 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for Allegheny County. Please refer to the AMI chart to find AMI data.

How does the application process work?

1. Apply online on the Allegheny County Whole-Home Repair Program website.

2. If you are eligible and selected for a home inspection, someone from the Whole-Home Repairs Program will contact you to schedule it.

3. A Whole-Home Repairs inspector will visit your home to determine if the repairs qualify for funding.

4. If the inspector approves the repairs, Action Housing will connect you with a contractor certified by the Whole-Home Repairs Program to do the work.

To find a full list of FAQs, visit the Action Housing Inc. website.

Apply

If you meet the eligibility requirements and need financial assistance for whole-home repairs, apply now on the Allegheny County Whole-Home Repair Program website by Friday, November 17.

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The Whole-Home Repair Program is a federal program and available in counties across the Commonwealth. If you do not live in Allegheny County but are in need of financial assistance for home repairs, you can apply through an agency within your county. Find a list of agencies supporting the Whole-Home Repair Program on the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development website.