Maricopa County Emergency Home Repair Program (CDBG)

Maricopa County Human Services Department / HUD CDBG

Available Home Repair

About This Program

Maricopa County Emergency Home Repair Program (CDBG) is available to homeowners in Tucson, AZ.

Maricopa County's CDBG-funded Emergency Home Repair Program assists income-eligible homeowners in unincorporated areas of the county with critical health and safety repairs, including non-functioning air conditioning and heating systems, critical in Arizona's extreme heat. The county also provides a broader weatherization program including insulation, smoke alarm installation, and water heater repair or replacement. Phoenix and Mesa residents must apply through city-specific programs.

Typical repair cost range based on HVAC and critical repair scope; actual award determined by assessment.

Verified against Maricopa County Human Services Department / HUD CDBG's official page on 2026-06-17.

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

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Key Details

  • Covers AC/heating failures and other critical health & safety repairs
  • Available to income-eligible homeowners in unincorporated Maricopa County
  • Phoenix and Mesa residents use separate city programs
  • Funded by HUD Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
  • Also offers weatherization: insulation, smoke alarms, water heaters

How to Apply

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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.
  • 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: Rolling; apply through Maricopa County Human Services Department

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for Maricopa County Emergency Home Repair Program (CDBG) in Tucson?

Maricopa County Emergency Home Repair Program (CDBG) is open to homeowners in Tucson, AZ. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for Maricopa County Emergency Home Repair Program (CDBG) in Tucson, AZ?

Apply directly with Maricopa County Human Services Department / HUD CDBG using the official program link on this page. There is no middleman and no fee.

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