The Washington County Office of Community Development offers a variety of low interest housing rehabilitation loan and grant programs to benefit low and moderate income Washington County residents. T hese loans may be used to finance many types of necessary repairs including roofing, plumbing, electrical and heating system repair or replacement, weatherization, structural repairs, exterior painting, and accessibility improvements. All work must be done by licensed contractors. The program's staff is available to assist clients in determining the work to be done, estimating the cost, arranging for contractor bids and monitoring the work. Eligible repairs include repair or replacement of failed heating, plumbing roofing or electrical systems, and accessibility improvements such as grab bars and ramps.
Homeowners are eligible for both repairs and accessibility improvements.
Renters are eligible for accessibility improvements only. Both conventional and mobile homes may qualify for this program.