City of New Orleans Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program

City of New Orleans Office of Community Development

Available Home Repair

About This Program

City of New Orleans Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program is available to homeowners in New Orleans, LA.

The City of New Orleans OOR Program provides financial assistance up to $60,000 to low- and moderate-income homeowners who need to rehabilitate substandard dwellings to bring them up to housing quality standards. Funded through CDBG and HOME funds, the program prioritizes seniors 55+, military veterans, disabled heads of household, and those who have lived in the home 15+ years.

Typically structured as a forgivable deferred loan; repayment triggered only upon sale or change of primary occupancy within the compliance period.

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

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

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Key Details

  • Up to $60,000 for housing quality rehabilitation
  • Must reside in Orleans Parish as primary homeowner for 5+ years
  • Income at or below 80% AMI
  • Priority: seniors 55+, veterans, disabled, 15+ year residents
  • Contact New Orleans OCD at (504) 658-4000

How to Apply

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504-658-4000

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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.
  • Proof of military service (DD-214) and, for disability-based grants, your VA disability rating letter.
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • 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).
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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 OCD at (504) 658-4000; program year runs Oct-Sep

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Frequently asked questions

How much can City of New Orleans Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program provide in New Orleans, LA?

Up to $60,000.

Who qualifies for City of New Orleans Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program in New Orleans?

City of New Orleans Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program is open to homeowners in New Orleans, LA. It serves seniors. It serves veterans and military families.

How do I apply for City of New Orleans Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation (OOR) Program in New Orleans, LA?

Apply directly with City of New Orleans Office of Community Development using the official program link on this page or call 504-658-4000. There is no middleman and no fee. Deadline: Contact OCD at (504) 658-4000; program year runs Oct-Sep.

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