Housing Services
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| Services provided may include insulation,
caulking, weather-stripping, blower door testing, dryer venting, smoke
alarms, appliance efficiency testing, and/or other services. |
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| Home Weatherization |
 
Before
After
Assists
income eligible households (renters and homeowners) in reducing heating
costs. A computerized energy audit determines what type of home
weatherization services are needed and any safety issues to be
addressed. The household must also make a commitment to reducing their
energy consumption. Services provided typically include attic and wall
insulation, caulking, and glass replacement, and weather striping. |
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| CDBG - Community Development Block Grant |
| Upgrades to the home may include furnace, roof,
plumbing and electrical repairs to bring the house up to MSHDA Housing
Quality Standards. This program requires a lien and/or mortgage to be
placed on the property. The funds may be repaid be either a deferred
grant, a loan, or some combination of both. |
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| Home Purchase Rehabilitation (HPR) with Down
Payment Assistance |
| Helps income eligible households with down payment
and closing costs related to the purchase of a home, and also makes some
funds available for moderate rehabilitation to the home. Individuals
must complete a MSHDA certified home ownership counseling class. |
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| PIP - Property Improvement Program |
| Allows homeowners to obtain a low cost loan from
MSHDA to make improvements on their home. The interest rate is
determined by annual household income. Homeowners can borrow up to
25,000 for 20 years. |
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| Contact Information: |
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Dickinson County: 906-774-2256 |
| Iron County: 906-265-5590 |
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