Los Angeles County HOME Program
Los Angeles County Development Authority
About This Program
Federal HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds administered by Los Angeles County for owner-occupied rehabilitation in unincorporated areas and participating cities. Forgivable loans up to $50,000 for households at or below 80% AMI. Forgiven after 5 years of continued owner-occupancy.
Forgivable loan, no repayment if you stay in the home 5 years
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Bell Gardens, CA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Varies, no individual cap; projects typically $10K-$200K+
- FEMA Increased Cost of Compliance (ICC) Coverage Up to $30,000
- HUD Lead Hazard Control & Healthy Homes Varies by jurisdiction, typically $5,000-$15,000 per unit
- EPA / WIIN Act Lead Service Line Replacement Varies, full line replacement cost covered in many programs
Key Details
- Forgivable loan up to $50,000 for major rehab
- Income at or below 80% AMI required
- Must be owner-occupied in participating city
- Forgiven after 5 years of compliance
- Currently on waitlist, check for reopening
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).
- 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: Waitlist currently closed, check back in 2025
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