SIMPCO collaborated with the Western Iowa Community Improvement Housing Trust Fund (WICIRHTF) to complete owner-occupied housing rehabilitation projects utilizing Housing Trust Fund dollars set aside by state legislation. Funding also included a 25% local match provided by participating counties. Funding was used for direct low-to-moderate-income owner-occupied housing rehabilitation.
Plan Purpose:
The purpose of the Housing Rehabilitation Program is to assist income-eligible homeowners with health or safety repairs to allow the owner to continue living in the home as well as provide energy and resource conservation. Carrying out housing rehabilitation activities is to preserve the housing stock in our communities while ensuring that members of the community are living in safe and habitable environments.
Future Impact:
The program has assisted 15 homeowners. Rehabilitation items included roof replacement, new siding, new windows, electrical updates, plumbing updates, and radon mitigation.
To find out more or to inquire about how your community can participate in owner-occupied housing rehabilitation projects or to inquire about an application, contact Amanda Harper, SIMPCO Housing Manager.
