Greensboro homeowners who’ve been putting off a leaky roof, failing electrical panel, or broken plumbing because they can’t afford the fix may now have a way out—if they move fast.
The city’s Home Repair GSO program opened applications on August 17 and accepts submissions through September 18 at 4:00 PM—or until 20 completed and approved applications are received, whichever comes first. Once 20 completed and approved applications are received, this application period closes; another application period will open after the first 20 applicants have completed the program.
Grants top out at $20,000 per household and cover roof repair or replacement, electrical and gas system repairs, plumbing, hot water systems, and accessibility upgrades like wheelchair ramps, supports and handrails, and walk-in showers.
To qualify, you must own a home inside Greensboro city limits and have a household income at or below 80% of the area median income. The program limits recipients to one grant every 10 years.
Funding comes through federal Community Development Block Grant dollars and City Bonds. City Council approved updated program guidelines in July, and since the program launched, it has completed repairs in 92 Greensboro homes.
Applications are available online or in person at the Melvin Municipal Office Building at 300 W. Washington St. Questions can go to 336-373-2530 or homerepairgso@greensboro-nc.gov.
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