Program Income Emergency Homeowner Repair Assistance

How it works

Berrien County Board of Commissioners minutes describe a public hearing for Program Income Emergency Homeowner Repair Assistance. The summary says the county received funding to assist low- to moderate-income homeowners with loans to rehab their properties, and that repaid funds are reinvested to assist households with emergency repairs. (berriencounty.org)

What the money covers

The minutes say eligible repairs include emergency repairs to safeguard against imminent danger to human life, health, or safety. The record does not list a more detailed repair menu. (berriencounty.org)

Amounts and matching

The minutes say the loans are 0% interest and deferred. When the property is sold or title is transferred, the loan must be repaid. The document does not state a maximum award or a matching requirement. (berriencounty.org)

How to apply

The minutes do not provide a public application process, but they do say applicants must meet eligibility requirements. (berriencounty.org)

Timing and deadlines

The public hearing was held on 2025-08-28. The minutes do not state whether the program is still accepting applications, so current funding status is not documented on the cited page. (berriencounty.org)