Minor Home Repair Program

The Minor Home Repair Program is available to qualifying low—and moderate-income homeowners who need assistance with necessary, eligible home repairs. For approved applicants, the program will provide up to $15,000 of assistance for an eligible repair. The funding limit may be increased up to $25,000 for a new roof.

Regulatory information regarding LEAD-BASED PAINT

If your home was built before 1978, you may have lead-based paint on, or in your home.  This program is funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).  Housing rehabilitation and home improvement programs that receive funds from HUD are now required to determine if lead-based paint hazards exist in homes receiving assistance.  If you choose to participate in this program, you should be aware that your home may be inspected and possibly tested for lead-based paint and possible lead-based paint hazards.  Per HUD’s regulatory requirements, if lead-based paint hazards are found in your home, they must be addressed if you choose to receive assistance through this program.

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Eligible repairs include:

 Exterior Interior
 Roof (house only – no garages) Furnace or other heat source
 Handrails & Guardrails Water Heater
 Steps & Ramps Water Pipes, Sewer Pipes, Drains
 Water/Sewer Service Lines Toilet, Faucets
Electrical Service Electrical Service Panel

You may qualify if:

  • You own and live in the home for which you are seeking repair assistance and the home is within the city limit of Battle Creek 
  • You have owned and occupied the home for at least six months
  • Your home is not on land contract terms
  • Your property taxes are not in forfeiture status
  • Your home is insured
  • You have not received assistance from this program in the past
  • Your annual household income is below the amount listed:

Each year, HUD updates income limits. You can find the latest income limits by visiting the HUD website.

80% Area Median Income (AMI) Chart
Household
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2
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 5
 6
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 8
Annual Income
$45,850
$52,400
$58,950
$65,500
$70,750
$76,000
$81,250
$86,500



Apply

To apply for the Minor Home Repair Program, please complete the online application.