City of Grand Rapids Housing Rehabilitation Program
City of Grand Rapids Community Development Department
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs City of Grand Rapids Housing Rehabilitation Program in its Grand Rapids, MI research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
The City of Grand Rapids Housing Rehabilitation Program offers affordable loans of $1,000-$24,000 for home repairs addressing highest-priority exterior housing code issues and interior health and safety hazards. Up to 50% of the loan may be forgiven if all payments are made on time. The program is administered through the Community Development Department and funded by $850,000 in CDBG funds for FY2026.
Loan $1,000-$24,000; up to 50% forgiven with on-time payments. Estimate reflects a mid-range repair project with 50% forgiveness.
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 Grand Rapids, MI, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Kent County Minor Home Repair Program Grants for essential repairs; co-payment may apply
- Kent County Moderate Home Repair Program Covers repairs over $10,000
- Home Repair Services of Kent County Subsidized repairs; income-scaled pricing
- ICCF Community Homes Housing Programs Varies by program
Key Details
- Loan range: $1,000-$24,000 for home repairs
- Up to 50% of loan forgiven with on-time payments
- Covers exterior code violations and interior health/safety hazards
- FY2026 CDBG allocation: $850,000 for this program
- Apply: City Hall, 300 Monroe Ave NW, 4th Floor | 616-456-3030
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.
Deadline: Rolling, FY2026 allocation: $850,000 CDBG
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for City of Grand Rapids Housing Rehabilitation Program in Grand Rapids, MI?
The Grant Map record states: $1,000-$24,000 loan; up to 50% forgiven. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for City of Grand Rapids Housing Rehabilitation Program in Grand Rapids?
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 Grand Rapids Housing Rehabilitation Program in Grand Rapids, MI?
Confirm the application route directly with City of Grand Rapids Community Development Department; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 616-456-3030. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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