Home Repair Applications now being accepted by Housing and Community Development
March 15, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The City of Clarksville Office of Housing and Community Development is accepting applications for minor home repair for low- to moderate-income homeowners.
Various repairs and projects, primarily exterior renovation, are offered at no cost to qualifying homeowners. Projects range from roof repairs and painting to constructing handicap-accessible ramps and landscaping. Elderly and disabled homeowners are encouraged to apply.
World Changers working on a railing project here in Clarksville, TN.
“Restore Hope” applications available
March 17, 2009
Hundreds of volunteers will restore hope for local residents by providing free home repairs.
The City of Clarksville Office of Housing and Community Development announced today that applications for the 2009 Good Neighbor Volunteer Home Repair Program are now available through March 31, 2009.
This year’’s program is expected to provide assistance to approximately 40 homeowners. Eligible applications will be accepted on a first come first serve basis. Many low-income homeowners who have lived in their home for years desperately need home repairs but are unable to afford the expense.
Having decent housing- the comfort of a sound livable home equates to peace of mind and helps revitalize neighborhoods. Annually the City partners with local faith based organizations to help revitalize and repair homes for low-moderate income residents. The repairs are funded with grant money from the City’’s Community Development Block Grant provided through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the labor is donated. [Read more]
