Southside Homeowner Grant Incentive

How it works

The Southside Homeowner Grant Incentive is a reimbursement grant administered by the City of Paducah through the Planning Department. The page says the program applies to the Southside Phase One Program Area only and is designed to support both homeowner rehabilitation and new construction. The city reimburses 30% of project costs after eligible work is completed and approved.

What the money covers

Eligible work includes new construction and major rehabilitation. The page gives these examples of rehabilitation projects:

• windows
• siding
• electrical
• HVAC
• roofs
• porches
• interior remodel
• accessibility ramps

The page also says the grant does not cover general maintenance items such as pressure washing, appliances, or furniture.

Amounts and matching

• Reimbursement rate: 30% of project costs
• Maximum award: $30,000 per property
• Example from the page: a $25,000 project would receive a $7,500 reimbursement

How to apply

The page provides both a PDF application and an online portal application.

• Southside Homeowner Grant Incentive Application (PDF)
• Southside Homeowner Grant Incentive Application (Online Portal - look under "Apply for Incentive Grants")

The page also notes that applications are being accepted and that the grant is part of the Southside Housing Incentive Program.

Timing and deadlines

The page does not give a closing date. It says the program was approved by the Paducah Board of Commissioners in December 2025 and describes the incentive as available for the Phase One area at this time.