NYS Housing Trust Fund - Home Improvement

NYS Division of Housing and Community Renewal

Available Home Repair

About This Program

NYS Housing Trust Fund - Home Improvement is available to homeowners in Elmira, NY.

New York State Housing Trust Fund provides capital funding for housing rehabilitation and improvement projects serving low-income households. Funding is administered locally through municipal or county housing offices and may be structured as loans or grants depending on project and household income.

Typical rehabilitation award for eligible low-income household

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

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

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

Key Details

  • Up to $50,000 for substantial rehabilitation
  • Administered through local housing offices
  • Serves households at or below 80% AMI
  • May be loan or grant
  • Contact Chemung County for local availability

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(518) 474-2057

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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).
  • 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).
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: Contact local administrator for funding rounds

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Frequently asked questions

How much can NYS Housing Trust Fund - Home Improvement provide in Elmira, NY?

Up to $50,000 per unit.

Who qualifies for NYS Housing Trust Fund - Home Improvement in Elmira?

NYS Housing Trust Fund - Home Improvement is open to homeowners in Elmira, NY. It prioritizes low-income households.

How do I apply for NYS Housing Trust Fund - Home Improvement in Elmira, NY?

Apply directly with NYS Division of Housing and Community Renewal using the official program link on this page or call (518) 474-2057. There is no middleman and no fee.

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