About
Utilizing funds allocated to the Montgomery County Commission and the City of Montgomery, community leaders are launching the Montgomery Thrive Critical Home Repair Program. The program will fund critical home repair improvements to housing units meeting program requirements.
Management
The County and City have contracted with the Central Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission to manage the program. CARPDC has extensive experience with federal funds and has managed the Montgomery County Commission’s Weatherization assistance program for many years.
Eligibility Requirements
To participate in the CHR program an applicant must meet all of the following eligibility requirements:
1.Homeowner – The application must be the owner occupant at the subject dwelling and be able to provide documentation to prove unquestionable ownership and/or life estate interest.
2.Location – The applicant must reside within Montgomery County, Alabama.
3. Repair Feasibility – The housing unit of the applicant must meet the definition of "suitable for repair" as contained in this policy.
4. Local Compliances – The housing unit property taxes must be paid in full at the time of the application.
5. Income – An applicant must have total household income from all persons residing in the household that fall, by household size, within the categories that follow:
Eligible Repairs
Dry In Home
•Roofing
•Exterior Wall Repair
•Door & Window Repair/Replacement (very limited)
•Exterior Painting
Health & Safety
•Major Electrical
•Major Plumbing
•Floor Repair
•Steps/Handrail Replacement/Repair
Heating & Cooling
•Furnace, Heat Pump, AC Repair/Replacement
ADA Accessibility
•Door Widening
•Wheelchair Ramps
•ADA Appliances (Toilets, Sinks, Grab Bars)
Interior Repairs
•Interior Ceiling Repairs
•Interior Wall Repairs
Applications will open on October 16th. Documents and Information can be found on the City, County and CARPDC websites (starting Oct. 4). You can also contact CARPDC at (334) 262-4300 for a paper copy of the application.
Public Meetings will be held on:
Oct. 4th: Multiplex at Cramton Bowl @ 6 p.m.
1037 Pelham St, Montgomery, AL 36104
Oct. 5th: Pintlala Baptist Church@ 6 p.m.
73 Federal Rd, Hope Hull, AL 36043
Additional Questions may be directed to CARPDC (334)-262-4300
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