City of Charleston Roof Replacement Program
City of Charleston Housing & Community Development
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs City of Charleston Roof Replacement Program in its Charleston, SC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
The City of Charleston Roof Replacement Program provides assistance to income-eligible homeowners needing a new roof. The homeowner repays half the replacement cost over 10 years at 3% interest, with payments made only during the first five years; the remaining balance is then forgiven. Applicants must have clear title with no liens or judgments on the property.
Homeowner repays 50% of cost at 3% over years 1-5; remaining 50% forgiven at year 10. Estimate based on average roof replacement cost of $12,000.
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.
Other published resources for Charleston, SC, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Charleston Substantial Rehabilitation Program $80,000 loan
- Charleston County Critical Home Repair Program Up to $15,000 grant
- SC Housing Critical Home Repair Program Up to $30,000 grant
- SC Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Average $6,500-$10,000 in free energy upgrades
Key Details
- Covers full roof replacement cost upfront
- Homeowner repays 50% at 3% interest during years 1-5 only
- Remaining 50% balance is forgiven after year 10
- Must have clear title, no outstanding liens or judgments
- Income at or below 80% AMI required
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.
- 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for City of Charleston Roof Replacement Program in Charleston, SC?
The Grant Map record states: 50% of cost forgiven after year 10. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for City of Charleston Roof Replacement Program in Charleston?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for City of Charleston Roof Replacement Program in Charleston, SC?
Confirm the application route directly with City of Charleston Housing & Community Development; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 843-724-7349. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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