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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 | $55,650 |
| 2 | $63,550 |
| 3 | $71,550 |
| 4 | $79,450 |
| 5 | $85,850 |
| 6 | $92,200 |
| 7 | $98,550 |
| 8 | $104,900 |
Applying for the Program
- Please call HAND at 349-3401 with any questions about the application and process.
- Due to a high number of applications and limited availability of funding, applications are currently on hold to allow for earlier projects can be completed and to determine funding availability moving forward.
Attachments
HMAL grant application_2023_0.doc
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