Athens Emergency Home Repair Program

City of Athens (CDBG)

Available Emergency Repair

About This Program

City-administered CDBG emergency repair grants for very low-income owner-occupied households in Athens facing immediate health and safety hazards. Covers critical repairs to electrical, plumbing, roofing, HVAC, and structural systems.

100% grant for emergency health and safety repairs

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Grant up to $8,500 for emergency repairs
  • Income at or below 50% AMI required
  • Must be owner-occupied in Athens
  • Covers immediate health/safety hazards
  • Application processed within 30 days

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Athens, TX can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Athens early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

Deadline: Rolling applications while funds available

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