The Housing Division does not offer repair assistance. To help individuals obtain compliance with their Housing Code orders we have compiled a list of Housing Assistance Programs. The listing includes the names of assistance programs, descriptions of the assistance offered, qualifications for eligibility, and the contact information for the program.

Types of Repairs

• install insulation in sidewalls and attic
• repair furnace and hot water tank

Applicant Eligibility

• participation in Percentage of Income Plan (PIP) or Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
• income for the previous 12 months that would qualify you for PIP or HEAP

Contact Information
United Services for All
250 E. Market St.
Akron, OH  44308
Vernia Breaux
330-434-3101
Fax: 330-434-2716
E-mail: aul250@aol.com

City of Akron – Minor Home Repair

General Description

• provides a grant up to a maximum of $4,000 to correct health and safety items.
• repairs are prioritized
• grant funds will not be provided for partial corrections

Type of Repairs (by priority)

• Roofing
• Electrical
• Furnace
• Plumbing
• Gutters and downspouts
• Porch and steps
• Disability access

Applicant Eligibility

• Home must be a single family dwelling within the City of Akron
• Community Development Areas are excluded
• Owner occupied
• Proof of ownership
• Either disabled or age sixty or older
• Income is at or below 125% of poverty

Contact Information
City of Akron
Housing Services-Minor Home Repair Program
161 S. High St., Suite 201A
Akron, OH 44308
330-375-2050
Fax: 330-375-2417
www.ci.akron.oh.us/planning/common/nhcprogs/index.htm

Emergency Home Repair Program
East Akron Neighborhood Development Corporation (EANDC)

General Description

• Minor/emergency home repair
• Emergency repairs are a priority
• Average repair maximum is $450

Type of Repairs

• Roofing
• Electric
• Plumbing
• Heating
• Handicap access

Applicant Eligibility

• The household income cannot exceed 199% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines.

PASSPORT Housing Assistance Program (Summit County)

General Description

• For PASSPORT clients
• Minor home repair to avoid nursing home placement
• Accessibility repairs to avoid nursing home placement
• Amount available depends on the cost of the clients other case costs

Type of Repairs

• Roofing
• Heating
• Electric
• Plumbing
• Health and safety
• Handicap or disability access

Eligibility

• PASSPORT clients only
• Homeowners
• Renters (for access issues)

Contact Person
April O’Herron, Housing Specialist
Area Agency on Aging
1550 Corporate Woods Parkway
Uniontown, OH 44685
330-896-9172
1-800-421-7277
www.services4aging.org

Rebuilding Together with Christmas in April

General Description

• Community based project
• Free assistance
• Help homeowners live independently

Type of Repairs

• Roofing
• Electrical
• Disability access
• Yard clean-up
• Security
• Heating
• Plumbing
• Painting
• Carpentry
• Flooring
• Windows/doors

Applicant Eligibility

• 60 years of age or older or permanently disabled homeowners
• Single-family dwelling in Summit County
• Current homeowners insurance
• Property taxes current
• Income eligible (HUD guidelines)

Contact Person
Paul Holm
Rebuilding Together with Christmas in April
788 Donald Ave.
Akron, OH 44306
330-773-4100
Fax: 330-773-4116
E-mail: rtinfo-sc@sbcglobal.net
http://www.rebuildingtogether-sc.org/

Home Weatherization Programs

Summit County and East Akron Neighborhood Development Corp.

General Description
Summit County Home Weatherization Assistance Program (HWAP) and East Akron Neighborhood Development Corporation (EANDC) both provide HWAP services, but cover separate areas. EANDC serves the East side of Akron, and Summit County HWAP serves the remainder of Summit County. HWAP is a free program to homeowners and tenants. Services can be provided to Single-family or Multi-family homes and trailers. Landlords may be required to assist in the cost of repairs.

Types of Services

• Health and Safety (furnace replacement, hot water tank replacement, and electric repair/upgrade.
• Heating work- furnace tune and clean, minor furnace and hot water tank repairs, and minor gas leak repairs.
• Insulation of attic and sidewalls.
• Carbon Monoxide testing on gas equipment.
• Reduction of major air leakage sites-door or window insulation kits, glass replacement, caulking of basement area and trailer skirts.

Applicant Eligibility
Applicants have to be low-income homeowners or tenants. The household income cannot exceed 150% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. TANF, and SSI recipients are automatically eligible.

Contact information
Home Weatherization Assistance Program
Anna Deger, Program Coordinator
EANDC
1035 Rosemary Blvd. Suite J
Akron, OH 44306
330-773-2095
www.eakronndc.org

Summit County Dept. of Community and Economic Development
Home Weatherization Assistance Program
Leeann Gillenwater
175 S. Main St., Suite 208
Akron, OH 44308
330-643-2537
www.co.summit.oh.us/executive/weather.htm

City of Akron Neighborhood and Housing Development Programs

Housing and Community Services
The City of Akron offers housing rehabilitation programs in selected areas of the city. The programs include Housing Inspection/Rehabilitation, Neighborhood Housing Petition Program, Rental Rehabilitation Program, and Community Development Services Programs.

Program Benefits
Akron will continue to invest in qualified properties to improve its outward appearance (roof, siding, windows, gutters, porches, steps, foundation) and make sure that major interior systems – heating, electrical and plumbing – are in good working order.

• The City will invest up to $15,000 in rehabilitation of owner occupied homes in Redevelopment Areas, the Lead Abatement area, and the Neighborhood Initiative areas. Property owners will be eligible for a $7,500 grant and a $7,500 deferred loan (deferred loans are 0% interest and are repaid when the house is sold, refinanced or transferred to heirs).
• Low interest loans are available for owners wishing to make greater investment in their property beyond what is necessary to improve the exterior and make the interior of the structure safe.
• Rental owners can receive a dollar for dollar matching grant of $7,500 for single- family properties and $15,000 for 2-4 unit properties. Lower interest loans are available to qualified borrowers to use as match for the grants.
• A rehabilitation specialist will perform a complete evaluation of your house and provide a written summary for free.
• Free bids for construction from three reputable contractors.
• Streets, sidewalks, curbs, sewers, lighting and street trees in the areas are improved where necessary.

Contact Information
Department of Planning and Urban Development
Housing and Community Services Division
161 S. High St., Suite 201A
Akron, OH 44308
330-375-2050
www.ci.akron.oh.us/planning/common/nhcprogs/index.htm

Ohio Edison Electrical Repair Program

General Description
This is a grant that offers assistance for owner-occupied homes to update their electrical service.

Emergency Utility Assistance