Illinois Housing Accessibility Grant Program
Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Illinois Housing Accessibility Grant Program in its Rockford, IL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
State grant for accessibility modifications for persons with disabilities, including ramps, lifts, accessible bathrooms, widened doorways, and grab bars. Available to homeowners with household income at or below 120% AMI with a documented disability.
Grant covers 100% of accessibility modifications up to maximum
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-05-25. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Rockford, IL, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
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- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Grant up to $25,000 for accessibility modifications
- For Illinois homeowners with disabilities
- Income at or below 120% AMI
- Covers ramps, lifts, bathroom modifications
- Applications accepted quarterly
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Applications accepted quarterly
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Illinois Housing Accessibility Grant Program in Rockford, IL?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $25,000 grant. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Illinois Housing Accessibility Grant Program in Rockford?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Illinois Housing Accessibility Grant Program in Rockford, IL?
Confirm the application route directly with Illinois Housing Development Authority (IHDA); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (312) 836-5200. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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