That requirement eliminates South Dakota cities such as Sioux Falls, Rapid City and Aberdeen. Different population criteria for the program is applied with a 10,000-20,000 population if there is a shortage of mortgage credit. Communities with 10,000-20,000 people may meet standards if the last census was less than 20,000. Homeowners may also use funds to make residences handicapped-accessible. Grant funds are not used for painting, paneling, carpeting, air-conditioning systems, landscaping or improving closets or cabinets.
Mobile homes are eligible for the program if they are sitting on a permanent foundation.
If an owner possesses a duplex and lives on site, the property is eligible. 4 or phone Bob Kazmierski at Day County Economic Development by dialing 345-3159.