Healthy Homes Grant

How it works

The City of Lincoln received a $1 million Healthy Homes Production Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in January 2025. The grant is part of a national HUD award aimed at protecting families from home health hazards. Funding remains available until fall 2028 or until the money is exhausted.

What the money covers

The program helps property owners in the City of Lincoln address health and safety hazards, with priority on:

• causes of mold growth, such as plumbing leaks and water intrusion
• radon
• electrical systems
• carbon monoxide and smoke alarms
• roof repair
• entry by intruders, including exterior doors and locks
• climate control, including HVAC and broken windows

Amounts and matching

The page does not state a maximum award amount, reimbursement method, or matching requirement.

How to apply

Applicants must fill out the application and return it by email, mail, or drop-off to the Urban Development Department. The page lists the contact as Vayda Kirshman, Community Resource Specialist, and provides an email address and mailing location.

Timing and deadlines

Grant funds are available until fall of 2028 or until funding runs out. No separate application deadline is listed on the page.

Additional notes

The page also links to HUD-identified healthy homes hazards, the eight principles of a healthy home, and a press release for the $1 million grant award.