City of Detroit, Housing & Revitalization Dept.
Critical Home Repair Program is available to homeowners in Detroit, MI.
Free critical repairs for low-income Detroit homeowners. At least one household member must be a senior (62+), child under 18, or resident with a documented disability. Covers severe plumbing, actively leaking roofs, non-working furnace/boiler, electrical hazards, and accessibility repairs. Income cap: ~$54,540 for a 3-person household (80% AMI). Must be current on property taxes or in a payment plan. Cannot have received a prior City grant of $10,000+. Call 866-313-2520 or email HRDHomeRepair@detroitmi.gov.
Below 80% AMI; senior, child, or disability in household
Verified against City of Detroit, Housing & Revitalization Dept.'s official page on 2026-06-17.
Data last verified 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.
In Detroit, MI, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:
A grant-savvy contractor in Detroit, MI 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 Detroit early keeps your application moving.
Get matched with a contractorEach program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.
Documents you will likely need
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: Applications open citywide winter 2026; pre-application March 2026 closed, check back
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Critical Home Repair Program is open to homeowners in Detroit, MI. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.
Apply directly with City of Detroit, Housing & Revitalization Dept. using the official program link on this page or call 866-313-2520. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Applications open citywide winter 2026; pre-application March 2026 closed, check back.
Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.
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