VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Michael E. DeBakey VAMC
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant in its Houston, TX research directory. Directory placement does not confirm current service coverage or eligibility; verify both with the program administrator.
The VA's SAH grant helps veterans with specific service-connected disabilities build, buy, or modify a home to meet their adaptive needs. Qualifying conditions include loss of or loss of use of both legs, certain severe burns, blindness in both eyes, and loss of use of both hands. Veterans may use the grant up to 6 times over their lifetime up to the maximum amount. The Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston administers the grant locally.
Up to $126,526 for FY 2026; usable across up to 6 grant applications in a veteran's lifetime.
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Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
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Key Details
- Must have specific qualifying service-connected disability (loss of limbs, blindness, severe burns)
- Can be used for new construction, purchase, or modification of existing home
- Usable up to 6 times, up to lifetime maximum of $126,526 (FY 2026)
- Apply through Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, Houston: 713-791-1414
- Can be combined with VA SHA, TRA, or HISA grants for different needs
Reviewed eligibility rule
Our record extracts the following criteria from the reviewed cited source. Missing answers do not mean you are ineligible; the administrator makes the final decision.
- The official SAH rules require the applicant to own or plan to own the permanent home.
- SAH is for an eligible Veteran or service member.
- The official SAH rules require a qualifying service-connected disability; reporting a disability alone does not establish this requirement.
Cited source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Reviewed 2026-07-11.
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Your application paperwork
Form to file: VA Form 26-4555
A grant for veterans and service members with certain service connected disabilities to buy, build, or change a home so it works for them. You can apply online at VA.gov or by filing VA Form 26-4555.
Steps to apply
- Apply online at VA.gov, or complete VA Form 26-4555.
- Mail the form to the VA Claims Intake Center, or bring it to your nearest VA regional office.
- The VA reviews your eligibility and sends you a decision letter.
- Work with your assigned VA agent on the home changes.
Documents you will likely need
- Your Social Security number.
- Your VA file or claim number if you have one.
- Proof of your service connected disability rating.
- Information about the home you want to buy, build, or adapt.
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 VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant in Houston, TX?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $126,526 (SAH) or $25,350 (SHA), FY2026. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant in Houston?
The record carries discovery tags. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. It carries a veteran-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant in Houston, TX?
Confirm the application route directly with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Michael E. DeBakey VAMC; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 713-791-1414. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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