Monroe County Home Improvement Program (HIP)
Monroe County Community Development
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Monroe County Home Improvement Program (HIP) in its Rochester, NY research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Monroe County CDBG-funded program providing grants or grant/low-interest loan combinations to income-eligible homeowners for structural repairs, major systems, and accessibility modifications. City of Rochester, Irondequoit, and Greece residents are NOT eligible.
Grant amount depends on repair cost and household income; may include low-interest loan component
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Rochester, NY, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Rochester Housing Rehabilitation Program Up to $40,000
- City of Rochester Owner-Occupant Roof Program Up to $35K (1-family) / $45K (2-family)
- Rochester Lead Hazard Control Program Up to $35,000
- Rochester Housing Stability Fund (RHSF) Varies by need
Key Details
- Suburban Monroe County homeowners (excludes Rochester, Irondequoit, Greece)
- Must have owned home for more than 1 year
- No prior home repair assistance in last 10 years
- Covers structural, major systems, and accessibility
- Income must be at or below HUD guidelines
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
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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: Rolling, suburban Monroe County only
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Monroe County Home Improvement Program (HIP) in Rochester, NY?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $20,000. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Monroe County Home Improvement Program (HIP) in Rochester?
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 Monroe County Home Improvement Program (HIP) in Rochester, NY?
Confirm the application route directly with Monroe County Community Development; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 585-753-2000. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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