City of Portsmouth Public Utilities
Provides financial assistance to Portsmouth homeowners for repair or replacement of private sewer laterals. Forgivable loan for qualifying low- to moderate-income households to address sewer line failures and prevent environmental hazards.
Forgivable loan covering sewer lateral repair costs up to maximum
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A grant-savvy contractor in Portsmouth, VA 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 Portsmouth early keeps your application moving.
Get matched with a contractorThis 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: Rolling applications
Ask us. It is free, and a real person answers within a business day.
Email us about this programGrant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
Rebates and discounts that stack on top of any grant. Most are free to use.
This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.
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