What types of home improvements will qualify for the Home Rehabilitation Loan Program?

Most home repairs qualify which will bring the home up to applicable City of Livonia building codes. The program is primarily designed to correct those items that affect the health and safety of the occupants.

Examples of eligible improvements:

  • Correction of local housing code violations
  • Emergency Improvements as defined by the Department to address health and safety issues
  • Lead-Based paint hazard reduction
  • Permanent general improvements (those which improve the basic livability of a home)
  • Physical accessibility improvements
  • Weatherization improvements (i.e. windows, siding and insulation)

Examples of ineligible home improvements:

  • Acquisition of land/property
  • Cost of materials for do-it-yourself projects
  • Materials, fixtures, equipment that exceeds that customarily used in the neighborhood
  • New construction
  • Non-permanent general improvements (i.e. carpeting)
  • Refinancing of other debts

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1. Who is eligible for a Major Home Rehabilitation loan?
2. What are the income guidelines as determined by Housing and Urban Development?
3. What types of home improvements will qualify for the Home Rehabilitation Loan Program?
4. Who determines what repairs are completed?
5. How is the work completed?
6. How much money may I borrow?
7. How do I pay for the loan?
8. How often may I apply for a loan?
9. What do I need to bring to the appointment?
10. How do I apply for a Home Rehabilitation Loan?