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Affordable home repairs in parts of Ottawa, Allegan, and Van Buren counties.
Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity's mission includes assisting low- and moderate-income homeowners with home repairs.
Home repairs are an important part of homeownership. Our program provides a variety of funding for qualified applicants including grants, loans, and assistance through various partner organizations. Depending on which grants are available, these sorts of projects can range from minor door repair to significant system repair (roofing, heating and cooling, electrical issues, etc.). Our funding options make the cost of doing repairs through Lakeshore Habitat generally more affordable than through other contracted labor. Projects are considered as funding sources become available.​​
OUR PROGRAMS
Home Repair
Program
Potential Home Repair Projects
The scope of repairs is based on three focus areas: health, safety, and accessibility.
Critical Home Repairs
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Plumbing hazards
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Unsecured entries
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Health and safety repairs
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Electrical issues
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Heating and cooling
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Accessibility Improvements
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Ramps
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Railings
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Grab bars
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Walk-in showers
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Exterior Rehabilitation
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Siding
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Structural damage
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Roofing
Income Eligibility
Upcoming applications will be reviewed from households earning 80% or below the HUD Area Median Income. Proof of income for the entire household will be required to determine income eligibility.
OTTAWA COUNTY
Family Size: 1
Maximum Household Income:
​$61,950
Family Size: 4
Maximum Household Income:
​$88,500
Family Size: 2
Maximum Household Income:
​$70,800
Family Size: 5
Maximum Household Income:
​$95,600
Family Size: 3
Maximum Household Income:
​$79,650
Family Size: 6
Maximum Household Income:
​$102,700
ALLEGAN COUNTY
Family Size: 1
Maximum Household Income:
​$56,400
Family Size: 4
Maximum Household Income:
​$80,550
Family Size: 2
Maximum Household Income:
​$64,450
Family Size: 5
Maximum Household Income:
​$87,000
Family Size: 3
Maximum Household Income:
​$72,500
Family Size: 6
Maximum Household Income:
​$93,450
VAN BUREN COUNTY
Family Size: 1
Maximum Household Income:
​$48,650
Family Size: 4
Maximum Household Income:
​$69,500
Family Size: 2
Maximum Household Income:
​$55,600
Family Size: 5
Maximum Household Income:
​$75,100
Family Size: 3
Maximum Household Income:
​$62,550
Family Size: 6
Maximum Household Income:
​$80,650
Additional Requirements
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Home must be owner-occupied in City of Allegan, City or Township of South Haven, or City or Township of Holland/Zeeland.
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Home must be a house. (We can refer mobile home repairs through approved contractors/partners.)
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Homeowner must be willing to partner with Lakeshore Habitat to complete repairs.
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Home does not have to be Habitat-built.
Home Repair Program Process
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Homeowner fills out Home Repair Interest Form for pre-screening purposes.
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Homeowner submits a complete application to determine eligibility.
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Property and home are assessed by Lakeshore Habitat.
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Lakeshore Habitat staff define the scope of work with the homeowner.
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Lakeshore Habitat obtains quotes from two licensed and insured contractors.
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Lakeshore Habitat secures funding for the repairs.
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Repair work is scheduled and completed.
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Lakeshore Habitat inspects repairs and pays contractors for work completed.
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