Cherokee County Minor Home Repair Program

How it works

Cherokee County says it has limited funds available to assist qualified homeowners with minor home repairs and emergency home repairs. The assistance is structured as a grant, not a loan. The county has partnered with Habitat for Humanity, North Central Georgia to administer the program, including a site visit, inspection, and application handling.

What the money covers

Repairs must address conditions that present an immediate danger to life, limb, property, or the safety of the public or occupants, and the issue must violate current Cherokee County code standards. The page says eligible interior and exterior repairs may include, on a case-by-case basis:

• roof work
• water heater repairs or replacement
• plumbing
• electrical work
• sewer repairs
• outside repairs
• windows
• doors
• ramps
• handrails
• other emergencies determined to be a health or safety hazard

The page also gives examples of eligible repairs such as:

• leaky roof
• plumbing problems
• HVAC
• electrical problems
• damaged windows/doors
• septic tank overflow
• handicap accessibility
• flooring/carpet if there is a safety issue

Ineligible work includes:

• exterior/interior painting
• gutter cleaning
• additions or upgrades
• tree removal
• decks
• landscaping
• weatherization/insulation/caulking

General property improvements and maintenance are not allowed.

Amounts and matching

The total cost of repairs cannot exceed $15,000. The page also states this is a grant with a 5-year restriction: the homeowner must sign an agreement to remain in the home for 5 years.

How to apply

The county directs homeowners to contact Habitat for Humanity to learn more about the program and submit an application. The page lists Habitat for Humanity, North Central Georgia as the administering organization and says Habitat conducts the site visit and inspection.

Timing and deadlines

The page does not provide an application deadline, opening date, closing date, or current funding round dates. It describes the program as having limited funds available.