AFFORDABLE REPAIRS PROGRAM | CEDAR VALLEY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - LINN COUNTY
A program that helps homeowners with limited resources complete necessary home improvements. Program will provide qualified homeowners with the materials and labor needed to repair their homes. Sweat Equity hours are asked of the home owners when repairs are being made. A one-time service fee will be assessed, and some repayment is required for major repair projects.
Income Guidelines for Residents of Linn County (Varies annually; call for current guidleines)
Family Size Minimum Income (30%) Maximum Income (80%)
1 $18,800 $50,050
2 $21,450 $57,200
3 $24,150 $64,350
4 $27,750 $71,500
5 $31,040 $77,250
6 $37,190 $82,950
7 $40,120 $88,700
8 $46,630 $94,400
Income Guidelines for Residents of Benton County (Varies annually; call for current guidleines)
Family Size Minimum Income (30%) Maximum Income (80%)
1 $18,900 $50,400
2 $21,600 $57,600
3 $24,300 $64,800
4 $27,750 $72,000
5 $32,470 $77,800
6 $37,190 $83,550
7 $41,910 $89,300
8 $46,630 $95,050
Categories
Physical Address
350 6th Avenue Se, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
Hours
Mon 9 am - 5 pm; Tue 9 am - 5 pm; Wed 9 am - 5 pm; Thu 9 am - 5 pm; Fri 9 am - 5 pm;
Fax
(319) 363-9722
Voice
Website
Application process
Call to get an application, must fill out and return the application for consideration
Fee
Fees vary, depends on the service
Required documents
Last 3 months of checking and savings accounts statements, name, mailing address and telephone number of current employer, most recent tax return, proof of child support and/or public assistance (SSI, Social Security, Food Stamps, etc), if you receive them, proof of home ownership (this may include the Deed of Trust or your most recent property tax receipt), proof of current homeowner's insurance
Eligibility
Must Own and occupy a home in Linn or Benton county that meet the income guidelines outlined, be willing to partner with Habitat to complete Sweat Equity hours, be unable to complete home repairs otherwise due to age, disability, or circumstance, and possess current homeowner's insurance
Languages
English
Service area
Linn County, Iowa Benton County, Iowa
Agency info
CEDAR VALLEY HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - LINN COUNTY
Builds and rehabilitates homes.