Home Repair GSO Grant Program

Home Repair GSO Grant Program is sponsored by City of Greensboro, NC. This program provides grants to low-income homeowners in Greensboro, NC, for critical home repair projects to improve safety, accessibility, and the long-term condition of their homes.

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com%2fhome%2fproducts%2fincome-qualified%2fhigh-usage&____isexternal=true) Duke Energy High Energy Use Program Departments » Housing & Neighborhood Development » Housing Services » Homeowners & Renters » Housing Rehabilitation Programs Font Size:; "default font size")+; "larger font size")-; "smaller font size") Share & Bookmark; "Click to expand Share & Bookmark options")Share & Bookmark, Press Enter to show all options, press Tab go to next option * Facebook "Click to share with Facebook") * LinkedIn "Click to share with LinkedIn") * Twitter "Click to share with Twitter") * Reddit "Click to share with Reddit") _The City of Greensboro’s Home Repair program will begin accepting applications on Monday, August 17.

_ See further application instructions below. **About the Home Repair GSO Program** The Home Repair GSO Program, approved by Greensboro City Council on November 15, 2022, was created to address the repair needs of low-income homeowners. In July of 2026, City Council approved program guideline modifications for another application cycle.

The program: * Focuses on repairing major housing code, structural, and safety issues * Helps low-income homeowners fix major issues, improve safety and accessibility, and prevent future damage while working with other local housing programs * Provides grants of up to $20,000, focused on repair of essential systems * Allows eligible homeowners to receive one repair grant every 10 years View information below to see if you might qualify for these home repairs.

Updates on the application progress and timeframe for accepting new applications will be posted on this page. _Note: Additional program qualifications will be outlined in the application. _ * Household must be located within city limits.

* Household income must be below 80% of the area’s median income (AMI) based on household size. Household Size 1 person 2 people 3 people 4 people 5 people 6 people 7 people 8 people 80% AMI$51,250$58,600$65,900$73,200$79,100$84,950$90,800$96,650 * Must fully own their property and the person applying must be listed on the title. * Must have lived in and owned the home as their main residence for at least five years.

* Cannot own other real estate. * Property taxes, city water/sewer bills, and any code enforcement fees must be up to date or on an approved payment plan. * Residential properties located within the City of Greensboro.

* Single-family residences, with the following limitations: * Townhomes – limited to systems within the homeowner’s responsibility * Condominiums – limited to systems within the homeowner’s responsibility **Does not include items covered by the Homeowners Association (HOA) or Property Owners Association (POA) or other entity.

* Maximum property value limits as annually determined by the US Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) for existing single unit homes (2025 limit - $266,000) – current tax value will be used to establish value. * Properties in a Special Flood Hazard Area must have flood insurance if funded with Community Development Block Grant funds.

* Determination of eligibility may be based on safety conditions for program staff and contractors in accordance with agency protocols. * No known environmental contamination. Homes built prior to 1978 will be assessed for lead based paint if work is expected to exceed the state or federal program threshold for disturbed paint surfaces.

* No known untreated infestations of bedbugs, roaches or vermin. * High levels of clutter or debris that impede access for inspections or repairs will need to be addressed by the homeowner prior to service. * Properties under a Minimum Housing Code Inspector’s Order to Repair must be repaired to a point where the grant assistance will bring the property into compliance before any grant funded work can be completed.

Homeowner must be expected to re-occupy the home as principal residence. All properties must have smoke and carbon monoxide detectors (for combustion appliances), visible address numbers, and bath or kitchen GFCI outlet replacement safety measures installed to code. Permits are to be pulled as required for necessary trades.

Repair measures listed are limited to the main house, no outbuildings or garages unless part of living space, or an attached building failure is compromising main house conditions.

Eligible system repairs and examples include: * Roof repair or replacement * HVAC repair or replacement – No A/C additions unless medically necessary * Electrical or gas system repair or component replacement, including dangerous cooking * Plumbing or hot water system repair or component replacement, including failed septic * Repair of main entrances, porches, steps, and floors * Exterior gutters, downspouts, and external main house siding repair or replacement * Handicapped Accessibility modifications – access ramps, supports and handles, walk in showers, fall prevention The following activities will first be referred to other local agency grant sources, if available: * Weatherization or conservation costs for water and energy efficiency – as part of eligible system Repairs outside of those categories listed would need approval from the City prior to moving forward.

Mold is not an eligible repair unless it is incidental to and localized to a leak repair. Asbestos removal is not an eligible repair unless it is incidental to and localized to an eligible repair. General weatherization is not an eligible repair unless it is incidental to an eligible repair.

Properties funded by Home Repair GSO may not be left with a major Minimum Housing Code violation, as outlined in the City Code of Ordinances Section 11-8 relating to safety of occupants: (a) broken, burst, frozen or inoperable plumbing pipe or fixtures (b) exposed or unsafe wiring (c) unsafe and/or dangerous cooking or heating equipment (d) fuel storage tanks and/or supply lines which are leaking, improperly supported or dangerous.

For properties that have additional remaining major Minimum Housing Code violations which cannot be accommodated through the program cost cap, other agency resources must be targeted to non-Home Repair GSO program covered violations, or the case must be denied for this program. Program funds are limited to three eligible systems and a maximum of $20,000. Homeowners are eligible for one repair grant in a 10-year period.

Installation of battery-powered smoke and carbon monoxide detectors or required ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets do not count as a 'system.' Applications will be accepted from Monday, August 17, to 4 pm on Friday, September 18, or until 20 completed and approved applications are received. Read program descriptionhere.

Application copies are available here and in person at the collections counter in the City of Greensboro Melvin Municipal Office Building,300 W. Washington St. Fill out your application and submit it by email, mail, or in person.

**Mailing Address:**Home Repair Program Housing & Neighborhood Development Department Greensboro, NC, 27402-3136 **Email Address:**HomeRepairGSO@greensboro-nc. gov **Physical Address:**Home Repair Program Housing & Neighborhood Development Department, third floor Melvin Municipal Building For general questions or to request an appointment to assist with completing an application, please contact us by email athomerepairgso@greensboro-nc.

govor by phone at 336-373-2530 Assistance with applications will be offered at our office during office hours by appointment only. **Required documentation for application submission, as applicable:** * Original application, completed and signed by all owners of the home. * Proof of gross income for all household members who had income within the last 12 months.

* Sixty days of the most recent paycheck stubs, showing year-to-date totals. * Sixty days of the most recent bank checking and savings statements. * Most recent Social Security,retirement or disability award letter.

* Documentation of alimony or child support. * Most recent letter documenting SNAP, TANF, USDA food assistance. * Documentation of annuity or retirement income.

* Current year property tax statement. * Most recent monthly mortgage statement (showing outstanding balance). * Proof of homeowner insurance.

* Additional documents may be requested. * Applications must be complete with all required documentation to be considered submitted and accepted. * Applicants who submit incomplete applications will be notified of missing items and may resubmit the missing items during the open application period.

* Once an application is approved, a rehabilitation specialist will inspect the property to assess hazards and determine appropriate repairs through the Home Repair GSO program. * Upon successful inspection of the property, a conditional letter of approval will be sent to the homeowner notifying them of the next steps in the procedure.

* A contract will be entered into between the homeowner and the contractor with the city as a third party. Signatures are required to be provided in a timely manner.

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