Mifflin County Housing Rehabilitation Program

How it works

The Mifflin County Housing Rehabilitation Program provides grants for home repairs to income-eligible homeowners. The county says it will pay for repairs that correct deficiencies in the home that are potential health and safety problems. Minor or cosmetic rehabilitation activities are not funded.

What the money covers

The page lists two priority tiers of work:

• First priority repairs (health and safety): water and sewage, lead-based paint interim controls, electrical, roofing, heating, foundations, chimney, plumbing and bath, and porches.
• Second priority repairs (energy efficiency): windows and doors, insulation, ceiling/walls/floors, and siding repairs.

Amounts and timing

The source page does not state a maximum grant amount. It does say the waiting list is approximately 2 years, and that names are placed on the list in the order received but not necessarily in the order homes are rehabilitated.

How to apply

Homeowners should apply in person at the Mifflin County Planning and Development Department in the county courthouse in Lewistown. The page gives a phone number for more information.

Important notes

Investor-owned rental properties are not eligible. The applicant must have homeowners insurance, flood insurance if applicable, and current real estate taxes.