Home Repair Programs

How it works

Cayuga County Homsite Development Corporation says it helps homeowners make necessary home repairs and home improvements that may increase property value and make homes more livable, safe, and energy efficient. The page says the same application is used for the programs described there.

What the money covers

The page lists qualifying improvements as including, but not limited to:

• Roof repair or replacement
• Step repair or replacement
• Porch repair
• Window replacement
• Exterior door replacement
• Lead-based paint concerns
• Furnace or water heater replacement
• Electrical or plumbing repairs
• Limited code violations
• Health and safety issues
• Accessibility
• Water and/or sewer line repairs or replacement

Amounts and matching

For the Cayuga County AHC program, the page says:

• NYS Affordable Housing Corporation funds provide home repair grants of up to 60% of the total project cost
• Homeowners must cover the remaining 40% using other grants, loans, or personal savings
• Applicants must be current on property taxes
• Applications are available on a first-come, first-served basis

Other program types listed on the page

• RESTORE funding for eligible homeowners ages 60 and over in Cayuga County and the City of Auburn
• HOME program funding for mobile and manufactured home replacement in Cayuga County

How to apply

The page says homeowners should complete the application for the correct location and return it to Homsite by mail, drop-off, or email. It also gives the Homsite office address in Auburn.

Timing and deadlines

The page does not state a closing date. It says applications are available on a first-come, first-served basis.