Mayor Kerry Thomson

Page last updated on January 29, 2024 at 9:58 am

Program Description

The Home Modifications for Accessible Living Program (HMAL) is designed to provide home modifications for income qualified Bloomington residents facing accessibility challenges at home.

A grant of up to $9,500 is available for owner-occupied homes and up to $3,000 for rental properties. The grant funds can be used for modifications in your home to provide barrier-free housing. Modifications include but are not limited to: Ramp installation, doorway and hallway widening, additional lighting installation, and handle and grip bar installation in bathrooms.

General Program Requirements

  • Applicant's home must be located within Bloomington city limits
  • Applicants must reside at the home for which modifications are requested
  • Applicant's income must be 80% or less of the Area Median Income (AMI), adjusted by household size (income limits are subject to change):
Household Size Maximum Annual Household Gross Income
1 $50,600
2 $57,800
3 $65,050
4 $72,250
5 $78,050
6 $83,850
7 $89,600
8 $95,400

Applying for the Program

  • Please call HAND at 349-3401 with any questions about the application and process.
  • Applications can be filled out and submitted here. A new account will need to be created in order to submit the application with the additional requested information.

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