Jefferson County Accessibility Modifications Program
Jefferson County, Community Development
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Jefferson County Accessibility Modifications Program in its Birmingham, AL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Jefferson County provides funding for accessibility modifications to homes of income-eligible residents with disabilities, helping them remain safely in their homes. Covered modifications include ramp construction, grab bar installation, doorway widening, and bathroom adaptations. Properties must be outside the Birmingham city limits within the Jefferson County Community Development Consortium area.
Modification costs covered; amount varies by scope of work.
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-07-20. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Birmingham, AL, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Birmingham Critical Repair Program $30,000
- Jefferson County CDBG Housing Rehabilitation Program Varies by project scope
- Greater Birmingham Habitat for Humanity, Home Repair & Roof Program Up to $10,000 (roof grants); critical repair varies
- Rebuilding Together Central Alabama Free repairs (no dollar limit stated)
Key Details
- For income-qualified homeowners with disabilities outside Birmingham limits
- Covers ramps, grab bars, doorway widening, bathroom mods
- Must be within Jefferson County Community Development Consortium area
- Income at or below 80% of Median Household Income
- Contact Jefferson County Housing Division at 205-325-5761
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.
- 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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Deadline: Open year-round, subject to funding
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Jefferson County Accessibility Modifications Program in Birmingham?
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 Jefferson County Accessibility Modifications Program in Birmingham, AL?
Confirm the application route directly with Jefferson County, Community Development; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 205-325-5761. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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