ION Home Improvement Program
City of Des Moines
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs ION Home Improvement Program in its Des Moines, IA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Forgivable loans ($20K at below 50% AMI) or 50/50 lien funding (up to $40K at 51-80% AMI) for critical home repairs.
Below 80% AMI, Des Moines homeowner
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-06-12. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Des Moines, IA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Invest DSM Block Challenge Grant Up to $2,500 per property
- Invest DSM Commercial Grant Up to $50,000 per retail bay
- Invest DSM Homeowner Renovation Up to $75,000
- MidAmerican Energy Rebates Up to 70% of equipment cost
Key Details
- Up to $40,000 in funding
- For homeowners
- Income requirement: Under 50% AMI
- Covers: exterior, windows, major, emergency, accessibility
- Applications open annually
How to Apply
Some programs require contractor estimates, licenses, or inspections. A cited link may be general, so confirm the current rules with the administrator before hiring; a directory match does not guarantee contractor eligibility or funding.
You may need a contractor or estimate
Some programs for this project type ask for a license, inspection, or written estimate. Confirm the rule before contacting a contractor in Des Moines.
Get matched with a contractorOur record classifies the structure as a forgivable loan. Confirm repayment, forgiveness, residency, and any lien terms with the administrator.
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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: Applications open annually
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for ION Home Improvement Program in Des Moines, IA?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $40,000. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for ION Home Improvement Program in Des Moines?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a low-income tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for ION Home Improvement Program in Des Moines, IA?
Confirm the application route directly with City of Des Moines; use the cited source on this page as a starting point. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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