We want to help low and very low income owner-occupant residents  maintain ownership of housing that is decent, safe, and sanitary.

For additional program information see the following link for  Rehabilitation Assistance.  You may also call (813) 274-7954 and an application packet will be mailed to you.

Below is a checklist of key documents/information needed to process your application:

1. Completed HCD Application for Housing Rehabilitation Assistance.  Please fill out ALL required information.
2. An Authorization Form signed by all household members receiving income (included in the package).
3.  Most recent copy of federal income tax return. If self-employed, include two- (2) years profit and loss statement for the business.
4. Last six statements for each bank account (checking, savings, etc.).
5. Child support documentation for each applicable child (such as divorce decree and recent statements, etc.)
6. Income documents for each applicable recipient (including Pension, Retirement, etc.).
7. Copy of your deed.
8. Proof of Homeowner’s Insurance coverage.
9. Copy of latest property tax receipt.
10. If you are currently making mortgage payments, a copy of the mortgage payment coupon, receipt or mortgage statement.

The City will bid out all rehabilitation jobs to approved contractors and the home owner will be able to select the contractor to perform the necessary work.  See Schedule for bidding opportunities for more information.

HCD Rehabilitation Standards