City of Houston Emergency Home Repair Program

About This Program

Houston's Emergency Home Repair Program provides forgivable loans up to $65,000 to income-qualified homeowners for emergency health and safety repairs. The program covers foundation issues, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. Post-Harvey disaster recovery programs have expanded repair funding. Loans are forgivable after a compliance period.

Income-qualified Houston homeowners at or below 80% AMI

Key Details

• Up to $65,000 for emergency health and safety repairs
• Covers foundation, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical
• Forgivable loan — no repayment after compliance period
• Income limit: 80% AMI for Harris County
• Contact Houston Housing & Community Development: 832-394-6200

How to Apply

Deadline: Rolling — contact Houston Housing & Community Development