Senior Citizen's Home Rehab Grant

Major Features of the Grant

• Grant amount is up to $10,000.
• Person receiving the grant owns and lives in the home to be repaired.
• Owner's household income is low income. (See "Low Income Table" below).
• The grant is not paid back, provided the owner lives in the home for at least 6 months after the project is completed.
• City staff assists with preparing the work specifications and overseeing completion of the work by the contractor.

Type of Rehabilitation or "Fix Up" Work Covered by the Program

• Major systems repair or replacement, including heating and air conditioning, electrical and plumbing work.
• Safety improvements, such as GFI outlets and replacement of broken or inoperable windows.
• Exterior improvements including painting, siding, roofing.
• For additional eligible improvements, see List of Work Covered by Program.

Income, Age, and Other Financial Limits

• Available to low income households whose gross total household income is 80% of median income or below and include a member who is 62 years of age or older who is listed on the title of the house.
• Households may still qualify even if they have a mortgage loan on the property.
• Credit is generally not an issue, however all utility bills, property taxes, and mortgage payments should be paid up to date.
• See the Low Income Limits Table.

Steps To Complete a Senior Citizen Rehabilitation Grant Project

1. The homeowner is determined to be qualified for the program by CD&H staff.
2. The homeowner works with a City Rehabilitation Analyst to develop a description of the work, cost estimates, and a bid package.
3. The work is bid out to a minimum of 3 qualified home improvement contractors.
4. A contract to complete the work is signed by the homeowner and the chosen contractor.
5. The contractor is paid by the City as the work is completed and as approved by the home owner.

Qualified Contractor Requirements

1. Contractor holds a valid, appropriate California State Contractor's License and Home Improvement Certification.
2. Contractor holds general liability insurance in the amount of one million dollars or more.
3. Contractor holds workers compensation insurance in the amount of one millions dollars or more.
4. If awarded the project, the Contractor agrees to carry the City of Glendale as an additionally insured on general liability insurance.
5. If awarded the project, the Contractor obtains a City Business License and obtains necessary permits to perform the work.

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