HOCN RESTORE Program (Seniors)

NYS HCR / HOCN (Local Program Administrator)

Available Senior & Disability

About This Program

HOCN RESTORE Program (Seniors) is available to homeowners in Buffalo, NY.

NYS RESTORE program administered locally by HOCN. For homeowners age 60+ with emergency repairs or code violations that pose immediate threats to health or safety. Maximum $20,000 per project. Up to 100% AMI income limit, wider eligibility than most programs.

Age 60+, up to 100% AMI, owner-occupied

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.

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Key Details

  • Age 60 or older, owner-occupied primary residence
  • Income up to 100% AMI, broader than most programs
  • Emergency repairs and code violations only
  • Funded by NYS HCR, administered through HOCN
  • Cap raised to $20,000 in August 2022

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

716-882-7661

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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).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • 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).
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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: Year-round while funded

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Frequently asked questions

How much can HOCN RESTORE Program (Seniors) provide in Buffalo, NY?

Up to $20,000.

Who qualifies for HOCN RESTORE Program (Seniors) in Buffalo?

HOCN RESTORE Program (Seniors) is open to homeowners in Buffalo, NY. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for HOCN RESTORE Program (Seniors) in Buffalo, NY?

Apply directly with NYS HCR / HOCN (Local Program Administrator) using the official program link on this page or call 716-882-7661. There is no middleman and no fee.

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