Virginia EHARP, Essential Home & Accessibility Repair Program
Virginia DHCD, Administered through local partners
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Virginia EHARP, Essential Home & Accessibility Repair Program in its Virginia Beach, VA research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Virginia's Essential Home and Accessibility Repair Program (EHARP) provides funds to remove health and safety hazards and address physical accessibility barriers for low-income Virginians. Administered through local service organizations, EHARP funds targeted emergency repairs and accessibility modifications at no cost to qualifying households. Contact DHCD to identify the local EHARP administrator serving the Virginia Beach area.
Typical EHARP project value for emergency repair or accessibility modification
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 Virginia Beach, VA, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Virginia Beach Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program (OORP) Grants up to $30,000; additional forgivable loan if costs exceed
- Virginia Beach Manufactured (Mobile) Home Rehabilitation Program Grant amount varies by project scope
- Virginia Housing, Granting Freedom Accessibility Grant Up to $8,000 per residence
- VA HISA Grant, Home Improvements & Structural Alterations Up to $6,800 (service-connected) or $2,000 (non-service-connected)
Key Details
- Removes health and safety hazards for low-income Virginia households
- Addresses physical accessibility barriers at no cost
- Administered through local DHCD partner organizations
- Income typically at or below 60-80% AMI
- Contact Virginia DHCD at 804-371-7000 for local administrator referral
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 Virginia Beach.
Get matched with a contractorEach administrator sets its contractor rules. Confirm exact requirements directly; the cited URL may be a general agency page.
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.
- 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).
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, contact DHCD or local partner serving Virginia Beach
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Virginia EHARP, Essential Home & Accessibility Repair Program in Virginia Beach, VA?
The Grant Map record states: Varies by local administrator; typically $5,000-$20,000 in services. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Virginia EHARP, Essential Home & Accessibility Repair Program in Virginia Beach?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. 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 Virginia EHARP, Essential Home & Accessibility Repair Program in Virginia Beach, VA?
Confirm the application route directly with Virginia DHCD, Administered through local partners; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 804-371-7000. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
Need a Contractor for This Project?
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More ways to save on this project
Rebates and discounts that may reduce project cost. Confirm eligibility and coordination rules before including one in your budget.
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