NYS RESTORE Emergency Repair (Seniors)

NYS Homes and Community Renewal

Available Senior & Disability

About This Program

NYS RESTORE Emergency Repair (Seniors) is available to homeowners in Syracuse, NY.

Residential Emergency Services to Offer Home Repairs to the Elderly. Grants up to $20,000 for homeowners age 60+ to eliminate hazardous conditions. Income up to 100% AMI. Administered locally, contact Home HeadQuarters or Onondaga County Community Development to find current administrators.

Age 60+, income up to 100% AMI, emergency/hazard repairs only

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

Data last verified 2026-04-01. How we verify our data.

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

Key Details

  • Up to $20,000, no repayment
  • Age 60 or older required
  • Income up to 100% area median income
  • Emergency/hazardous conditions only
  • Apply through Home HeadQuarters or Onondaga County Community Development

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

315-474-1939

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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).
  • Proof of age (driver's license or birth certificate) if the program is age-based.
  • 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: Year-round through local administrators

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Frequently asked questions

How much can NYS RESTORE Emergency Repair (Seniors) provide in Syracuse, NY?

Up to $20,000.

Who qualifies for NYS RESTORE Emergency Repair (Seniors) in Syracuse?

NYS RESTORE Emergency Repair (Seniors) is open to homeowners in Syracuse, NY. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for NYS RESTORE Emergency Repair (Seniors) in Syracuse, NY?

Apply directly with NYS Homes and Community Renewal using the official program link on this page or call 315-474-1939. There is no middleman and no fee.

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