Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County, Home Preservation
Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County, Home Preservation in its Tampa, FL research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County's Home Preservation program provides free minor exterior repairs and accessibility improvements to low-income homeowners through volunteer labor and donated materials. Services include pressure washing, exterior painting, porch repairs, accessible ramps, minor soffit/fascia repair, and yard cleanup. Must have lived in the home at least 12 months and be at or below 80% AMI.
No cash benefit; services delivered by volunteers using donated materials. Estimated value ~$3,000.
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 Tampa, FL, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Tampa Housing Rehabilitation & Renovation Program (HRRP) Up to $100,000
- City of Tampa Healthy Homes Program Up to $100,000
- Hillsborough County Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program Up to $100,000
- My Safe Florida Home Wind Mitigation Grant Up to $10,000 (2:1 state match for moderate-income; full grant for low-income)
Key Details
- Free minor exterior repairs for low-income homeowners
- Services: painting, ramps, porch repair, yard cleanup
- Must own and occupy home in Hillsborough County for 12+ months
- Income at or below 80% AMI
- Email info@habitathillsborough.org to apply
How to Apply
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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.
- Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
- 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).
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Deadline: Ongoing; contact organization for current waitlist status
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Frequently asked questions
What audience tags are recorded for Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County, Home Preservation in Tampa?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It carries a senior-related tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County, Home Preservation in Tampa, FL?
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