Austin Habitat for Humanity, Home Repair Program

Austin Habitat for Humanity (nonprofit)

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Austin Habitat for Humanity, Home Repair Program is available to homeowners in Austin, TX.

Austin Habitat for Humanity's Home Repair Program alleviates substandard living conditions for low-income homeowners, particularly seniors and people with disabilities, who cannot independently fund critical repairs. The program uses volunteer labor alongside professional contractors. Assistance is structured as a sliding-scale deferred loan based on household income, with 0% interest.

Deferred 0% loan repaid based on household income; effectively a grant for very-low-income households. Amount depends on scope of needed repairs.

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In Austin, TX, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • 0% interest deferred loan, sliding scale based on income
  • Income ≤ 80% MFI; must own freestanding single-family home or manufactured home on owned land
  • Home must not be 60+ days behind on mortgage or in foreclosure
  • Current on property taxes or on payment plan required
  • Call 512-472-8788 x100 to inquire

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

512-472-8788

A grant-savvy contractor in Austin, TX can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Austin early keeps your application moving.

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This program is usually a forgivable loan: you owe nothing if you stay in the home for the set period, but it may place a lien on the property until then.

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

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).
  • 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).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • 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).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Rolling

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Austin Habitat for Humanity, Home Repair Program provide in Austin, TX?

Sliding-scale deferred loan (0% interest).

Who qualifies for Austin Habitat for Humanity, Home Repair Program in Austin?

Austin Habitat for Humanity, Home Repair Program is open to homeowners in Austin, TX. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Austin Habitat for Humanity, Home Repair Program in Austin, TX?

Apply directly with Austin Habitat for Humanity (nonprofit) using the official program link on this page or call 512-472-8788. There is no middleman and no fee.

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