Cook County Emergency Home Repair Program

Cook County Department of Planning & Development

Waitlist Emergency Repair

About This Program

Provides emergency home repair grants to low-income Cook County homeowners for urgent health and safety issues including roof leaks, furnace failure, electrical hazards, and plumbing emergencies.

Grant covers 100% of eligible emergency repair costs up to maximum

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

Key Details

  • Grant up to $10,000 for emergency repairs
  • Income at or below 80% AMI required
  • Must be owner-occupied in Cook County
  • Covers urgent health and safety issues
  • Currently waitlisted, check for reopening

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Glenview, IL 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 Glenview 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: Applications paused, check back periodically

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