Barnes Housing Trust Fund, Owner-Occupied Rehab

Metro Nashville Mayor's Office of Housing

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Barnes Housing Trust Fund, Owner-Occupied Rehab is available to homeowners in Nashville, TN.

Nashville's Barnes Housing Trust Fund funds owner-occupied home rehabilitation through nonprofit sponsors including The Housing Fund, Rebuilding Together Nashville, and Westminster Home Connection. Individual homes may receive up to $35,000 in home repair assistance for households at or below 80% AMI. Round 16 opened in Spring 2026, with applications submitted through qualifying nonprofit partners.

Funds are distributed as grants or deferred loans through nonprofit sponsors, terms vary by administering partner.

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

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

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

Key Details

  • Up to $35,000 for critical home repairs
  • Households at or below 80% AMI
  • Apply through nonprofit sponsors (The Housing Fund, RT Nashville, Westminster)
  • Round 16 open Spring 2026
  • Visit nashville.gov/departments/mayor/housing/barnes-fund

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

615-862-6000

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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).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • 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: Spring 2026, Round 16

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Frequently asked questions

How much can Barnes Housing Trust Fund, Owner-Occupied Rehab provide in Nashville, TN?

$35,000.

Who qualifies for Barnes Housing Trust Fund, Owner-Occupied Rehab in Nashville?

Barnes Housing Trust Fund, Owner-Occupied Rehab is open to homeowners in Nashville, TN. It prioritizes low-income households.

How do I apply for Barnes Housing Trust Fund, Owner-Occupied Rehab in Nashville, TN?

Apply directly with Metro Nashville Mayor's Office of Housing using the official program link on this page or call 615-862-6000. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Spring 2026, Round 16.

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