San Juan Colonias Self-Help Housing Program

City of San Juan / Texas General Land Office

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Provides construction materials and technical assistance for colonias residents to improve or complete their homes through self-help construction. Participants contribute sweat equity to reduce costs.

Materials and supplies provided; homeowner contributes labor

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Materials and technical assistance up to $40,000
  • For colonias residents in San Juan area
  • Sweat equity contribution required
  • Income at or below 80% AMI
  • Technical training and supervision provided

How to Apply

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Deadline: Rolling, dependent on GLO funding cycles

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