Harrisburg’s MLK City Government Center
Harrisburg homeowners can now apply for new funds to assist with home renovations.
The city announced on Monday that it would begin accepting applications for a home repair program for lower-income residents, funded through federal COVID-relief money.
“When my administration asked our citizens what they needed most coming out of the [COVID-19] pandemic, an overwhelming number of people said help with home repairs,” said Mayor Wanda Williams, in a statement. “Many people didn’t feel comfortable having workers in their homes. Now that we are a few years past COVID, we are hoping to provide some much needed assistance to families in Harrisburg who need it most.”
In March, Harrisburg City Council approved the spending of $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for home repairs. In total, Harrisburg received $47 million from ARPA and has allocated funds to go toward pool repairs, affordable housing and for bonuses for police and fire bureau employees, among other allotments.
Under the home repair program, lower-income homeowners, as defined by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) standards, who occupy their residence can apply for up to $30,000 each. Funds can be used for essential home repairs like roofing, electrical issues, HVAC and plumbing.
The new program will help supplement the city’s already existing Housing Rehabilitation Program, which has a long waiting list, according to Dennise Hill, director of the Department of Building and Housing Development.
“This infusion of a resource is really helpful to be able to assist residents,” Hill said.
To apply for the city’s home repair assistance program, email Angela Mayfield and Percy Bullock at [email protected] or call 717-255-3040 and ask to be transferred to the Department of Building and Housing Development. A downloadable application will be available shortly on the city’s website.
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