Florida SHIP Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation

Florida Housing Finance Corporation / Santa Rosa County

Available Home Repair

About This Program

State Housing Initiatives Partnership program provides deferred-payment, zero-interest loans for major home repairs to low-income homeowners. Loan is forgiven after 15 years of continued owner-occupancy.

Deferred loan forgiven after 15 years of owner-occupancy

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Key Details

  • Deferred loan up to $50,000 for major repairs
  • Income at or below 80% AMI required
  • Zero interest, forgiven after 15 years
  • Must be owner-occupied in Santa Rosa County
  • Covers roofing, structural, plumbing, electrical, HVAC

How to Apply

A grant-savvy contractor in Pace, FL 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 Pace early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

This program is usually a forgivable loan: you owe nothing if you stay in the home for the set period, but it may place a lien on the property until then.

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

Deadline: Applications accepted year-round, subject to funding

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