DC Emergency Rental Assistance Program / DHCD Emergency Repair

DC Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD)

Available Emergency Repair

About This Program

The Grant Map catalogs DC Emergency Rental Assistance Program / DHCD Emergency Repair in its Washington, DC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.

DC DHCD's Emergency Repair Program provides assistance to income-qualified homeowners for urgent health and safety repairs including HVAC, roofing, electrical, and plumbing failures. The Home Purchase Assistance Program (HPAP) and Single Family Residential Rehabilitation Program (SFRRP) also provide broader repair and purchase assistance. DC's high AMI limits make more homeowners eligible.

Income-qualified DC homeowners at or below 80% AMI for DC metro

The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.

Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Up to $25,000 for emergency home repairs in Washington DC
  • Covers HVAC, roofing, electrical, plumbing emergencies
  • SFRRP program for broader rehabilitation also available
  • Income limit: 80% AMI for DC metro area
  • Contact DC DHCD: 202-442-7200 or dhcd.dc.gov

How to Apply

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Program phone: 202-442-7200

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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.
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • 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).
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Frequently asked questions

What amount is listed for DC Emergency Rental Assistance Program / DHCD Emergency Repair in Washington, DC?

The Grant Map record states: Up to $25,000. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.

What audience tags are recorded for DC Emergency Rental Assistance Program / DHCD Emergency Repair in Washington?

The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.

How do I apply for DC Emergency Rental Assistance Program / DHCD Emergency Repair in Washington, DC?

Confirm the application route directly with DC Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 202-442-7200. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.

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