VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Available Veteran Housing

About This Program

VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant is available to homeowners in Ithaca, NY.

Grants for veterans with certain service-connected disabilities to build, buy, or modify a home for independent living. Covers wheelchair accessibility, roll-in showers, widened doorways, and other necessary adaptations. Available nationwide including Ithaca area.

Grant amount varies by disability rating and adaptation needs

Federal program, maintained from the official federal source.

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

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Key Details

  • Grant for veterans with service-connected disabilities
  • Up to $126,526 for home adaptations
  • Covers wheelchair access, bathroom mods, structural changes
  • Available for new construction or modifications
  • No income requirement

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(877) 827-3702

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Your application paperwork

Form to file: VA Form 26-4555

A grant for veterans and service members with certain service connected disabilities to buy, build, or change a home so it works for them. You can apply online at VA.gov or by filing VA Form 26-4555.

Steps to apply

  1. Apply online at VA.gov, or complete VA Form 26-4555.
  2. Mail the form to the VA Claims Intake Center, or bring it to your nearest VA regional office.
  3. The VA reviews your eligibility and sends you a decision letter.
  4. Work with your assigned VA agent on the home changes.
Get the official formDownload the fillable PDF

Documents you will likely need

  • Your Social Security number.
  • Your VA file or claim number if you have one.
  • Proof of your service connected disability rating.
  • Information about the home you want to buy, build, or adapt.
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: Year-round rolling applications

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Frequently asked questions

How much can VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant provide in Ithaca, NY?

Up to $126,526 (SAH) or $25,350 (SHA), FY2026.

Who qualifies for VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant in Ithaca?

VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant is open to homeowners in Ithaca, NY. It has no income limit. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for VA Specially Adapted Housing (SAH) Grant in Ithaca, NY?

Apply directly with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs using the official program link on this page or call (877) 827-3702. There is no middleman and no fee.

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