Cook County HOME Investment Partnerships

Cook County Department of Planning and Development

Waitlist Home Repair

About This Program

Cook County HOME Investment Partnerships is available to homeowners in Tinley Park, IL.

Federal HOME funds administered by Cook County for single-family home rehabilitation in unincorporated areas and participating municipalities. Provides forgivable loans for major repairs to owner-occupied homes for low-income homeowners. Contact to confirm Tinley Park participation.

Forgivable loan, no repayment if you remain in home for 5-10 years depending on amount

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

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

In Tinley Park, IL, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Forgivable loan up to $50,000
  • Income at or below 80% AMI required
  • Must be owner-occupied
  • Forgiven after 5-10 years of compliance
  • Currently waitlisted in many areas

How to Apply

Get free help applying Visit Official Program Page Track this program

(312) 603-1700

A grant-savvy contractor in Tinley Park, IL can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.

You will likely need a contractor to apply

Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Tinley Park early keeps your application moving.

Get matched with a contractor

This program is usually a forgivable loan: you owe nothing if you stay in the home for the set period, but it may place a lien on the property until then.

Each program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.

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).
  • 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: Currently waitlisted, check for reopening

Questions about this program?

Ask us. It is free, and a real person answers within a business day.

Email us about this program

Frequently asked questions

How much can Cook County HOME Investment Partnerships provide in Tinley Park, IL?

Up to $50,000 forgivable loan.

Who qualifies for Cook County HOME Investment Partnerships in Tinley Park?

Cook County HOME Investment Partnerships is open to homeowners in Tinley Park, IL. It prioritizes low-income households.

How do I apply for Cook County HOME Investment Partnerships in Tinley Park, IL?

Apply directly with Cook County Department of Planning and Development using the official program link on this page or call (312) 603-1700. There is no middleman and no fee.

Need a Contractor for This Grant?

Grant-approved contractors understand the documentation, inspections, and timelines, so your funding releases on schedule.

Get matched with a pro, free Browse Tinley Park, IL contractors

Find More Programs in Tinley Park, IL

This is just one of many grants, rebates, and free programs available. Stack them together to maximize your savings.

See All Programs