Get the Help You Need for Critical Home Repairs

Repairs Covered

The program covers a range of high-priority repairs, including:

• Roofing
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Heat/Air Insulation
• Exterior Paint
• Structural Repairs (excluding foundation

Repairs NOT Covered

To ensure the program focuses on the most critical safety issues, the following repairs are not covered:

• Foundation Repairs
• Weatherization (Windows/Doors)
• Mold Remediation
• Lead Abatement

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for assistance, applicants must:

• Provide proof of homeownership (recorded deed)
• Provide proof of occupancy (utility bill or valid state-issued ID with address)
• Qualify as low-to-moderate income and provide proof of income for ALL household residents (e.g.,
  Current year Social Security award letter, Last two (2) months of Paycheck stubs, Retirement or Pension
  Statement, etc.)
• Provide the last two (2) months of bank statements for ALL household members

Disqualification Reasons

Applications will not be accepted if any of the following apply:

• Home is outside Birmingham city limits
• Household income is above threshold
• Active tax lien on the home
• No recorded deed in applicant’s name
• No active utilities (power or water)
• No government-issued photo ID
• No proof of income for all household members (e.g., Current year Social Security award letter, Last two (2)
  months of Paycheck stubs, Retirement or Pension Statement, etc.)
• No bank statements (2 months per household member)
• Received program assistance in the last 3 years
• Outstanding code violations (e.g., hoarding, debris, unregistered vehicles, overgrown yard)
• Home in flood zone without flood insurance
• Incomplete or unsigned application