Indiana Lead Hazard Reduction Program

Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Indiana Lead Hazard Reduction Program is available to homeowners and renters in Michigan City, IN.

State-administered HUD grant to eliminate lead-based paint hazards in homes built before 1978 where children under age 6 reside. All work performed at no cost to eligible households in LaPorte County.

Full cost of lead hazard control covered by state grant

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

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

In Michigan City, IN, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Free lead hazard removal for qualifying homes
  • Home must be built before 1978
  • Child under 6 years old must live in home
  • Income at or below 80% area median
  • Includes window replacement, paint stabilization

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(317) 232-7777

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Your application paperwork

Indiana's Lead Protection / Healthy Homes program, run by IHCDA with the state health department, finds and removes lead-based paint and other home health hazards in pre-1978 homes where a child under 6 lives. Services are free to qualified owner-occupants and renters and can include lead hazard control, electrical, structural, moisture, and radon work. You apply through the state program.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm your home was built before 1978 and a child under 6 lives in or regularly visits it.
  2. Complete the Healthy Homes / Lead Protection Program application (online or by mail).
  3. Submit it to the program (email dpugh@ihcda.in.gov or call 317-234-6289).
  4. The program inspects the home and arranges the no-cost lead hazard reduction and related repairs.
Get the official form

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own or rent and live in the home (built before 1978).
  • Information about any child under age 6 in the home, including blood lead test results if available.
  • Proof of household income (the program serves qualified, income-eligible residents).
  • A government-issued photo ID.
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: Ongoing while funds available

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Indiana Lead Hazard Reduction Program in Michigan City?

Indiana Lead Hazard Reduction Program is open to homeowners and renters in Michigan City, IN.

How do I apply for Indiana Lead Hazard Reduction Program in Michigan City, IN?

Apply directly with Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority using the official program link on this page or call (317) 232-7777. There is no middleman and no fee.

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