SFRRP, Accessibility Improvement Grant
DC Dept. of Housing & Community Development (DHCD)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs SFRRP, Accessibility Improvement Grant in its Washington, DC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
DHCD provides grants up to $30,000 for accessibility modifications under its Single Family Residential Rehabilitation Program. Eligible work includes wheelchair ramps, stair lifts, roll-in showers, grab bars, and other structural alterations to eliminate barriers for persons with mobility or physical impairments. A doctor's note documenting medical necessity is required for interior structural work.
Estimated at the published accessibility grant cap of $30,000.
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 Washington, DC, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- SFRRP, Roof Repair Grant Up to $20,000
- Lead Safe Washington (LSW) Program Up to $4,000
- DC Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) Average $6,500-$25,000 per home
- DC Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) $200-$1,800 per year
Key Details
- Free grant, no repayment required
- Covers ramps, stair lifts, roll-in showers, grab bars
- Doctor's note required for structural alterations
- Must own & occupy home 3+ years
- Apply through a DHCD-approved Community-Based Organization (CBO)
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.
- Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
- Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
- 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: Rolling, construction Jan 1-Sep 30 each fiscal year
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for SFRRP, Accessibility Improvement Grant in Washington, DC?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $30,000. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for SFRRP, Accessibility Improvement Grant in Washington?
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 SFRRP, Accessibility Improvement Grant in Washington, DC?
Confirm the application route directly with DC Dept. of Housing & Community Development (DHCD); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call (202) 442-7200. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator. Deadline: Rolling, construction Jan 1-Sep 30 each fiscal year.
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