Jacksonville Assistance and Relief Program (JAR)

About This Program

The Jacksonville Assistance and Relief Program (JAR) waives fines and provides no-cost abatement services for property code violations when homeowners are unable to comply due to disability or economic hardship. Eligible violations include debris, unsafe structures, boarding, pool and septic issues, and graffiti. Qualifying either through disability status (enrollment in City assistance programs) or income at or below 80% AMI.

Prevents lien filings rather than providing cash; must qualify via disability program enrollment or income verification

Key Details

• Waives code violation fines and provides free city abatement services
• Qualify via disability status or income at or below 80% AMI
• Must own property and reside within City of Jacksonville proper
• Covers debris, unsafe structures, pool/septic violations, graffiti
• Mail hard-copy application to 214 N. Hogan St., 7th Floor, Jacksonville, FL 32202

How to Apply

Deadline: Rolling — apply before lien becomes more than 6 months old for closed cases