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AKRON ARPA HOME REPAIR PROGRAM

Clean, Safe, Dry and ADA Accessible

City of Akron, Ohio Housing Rehab Division

Municipal Building 166 South High Street, Room #100

Akron Ohio 44308 330-591-4694

2022 - 2026

AKRON ARPA HOME REPAIR PROGRAM APPLICATION

WHAT DOES THE ARPA HOME REPAIR PROGRAM DO?

The Akron ARPA Home Repair Program (the "Program") is intended to address the housing, health, and safety needs of income-eligible households so that Akron residents can maintain a safe, decent, and affordable place to live. The Program provides repairs of up to $25,000 to those who are most in need. Eligibility will be determined by the City of Akron, and home inspections and eligible repairs will be completed by City-approved, licensed building contractors. Eligible repairs are restricted to those necessary for improving the health, safety, and well-being of the household.

The Program has limited funding, and thus not all eligible applicants will be guaranteed to receive repairs. When more applications are received than money is available, selection preference will be given based on the household's location, income, and need for emergency repairs.

On a weekly basis the City will collect all submitted applications to determine eligibility. The applications in each group that are deemed eligible will be scheduled for inspection. Upon inspection the City will determine prioritization for the actual repair schedule within each group based on various factors, including:

Priority Factor

1. Need for Emergency Repairs

2. Income

Field / Category

Prioritization Criteria (based on response)

Emergency Repairs: applications for

emergency repairs to make the home safe

and prevent further damage (e.g. leaking

List any repairs you feel roof or non-functioning furnace) will be

need emergency given priority over all other applications.

attention. Please provide If there are more emergency repair

a detailed description of applications received than money

these repairs.

available, preference will be given based

upon when the City receives properly

completed applications, and the need for

the repair at the time of application.

Within a QCT:

What is the household's total yearly gross income?

3 points ? if household is at or below 65% AMI

2 points ? if household is at or below 80% AMI

Outside of QCT: 1 point ? if household is at or below 50%

AMI are eligible.

AKRON ARPA HOME REPAIR PROGRAM APPLICATION

DO I QUALIFY FOR HOME REPAIR ASSISTANCE?

To qualify, you must:

? Be the owner of the home, and your property must be located within the city limits of Akron, Ohio.

? Meet one of the following household income requirements: o Inside of a QCT and have a household income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). o Outside of a QCT and have a household income at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI).

? Be current on your mortgage, property taxes, state and local income taxes, or be current on an approved payment plan for any delinquent taxes for a minimum of the three prior months.

? Home must be in sound structural condition for requested work to be performed.

? Renters, occupants on a land contract, and owners/occupants of mobile home units are not eligible for services through this program. However, the City intends to launch a rental home repair program in the near future.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I MEET THE INCOME REQUIRMENTS?

Based on the U.S. Treasury's American Rescue Plan Act ("ARPA") Final Rule, the City of Akron must administer and direct funds paid out of the Program to individuals and households that have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. To that end, the following household income requirements have been set for the ARPA Home Repair Program.

OPTION 1: Your household income is at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) and you live within one of Akron's Qualified Censes Tracts (QCT).

Size of household

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

65% AMI 36,465 41,665 46,865 52,065 56,290 60,450 64,610 68,770

80% AMI 45,950 52,500 59,050 65,600 70,850 76,100 81,350 86,600

AKRON ARPA HOME REPAIR PROGRAM APPLICATION

To determine if your home falls within one of Akron's QCTs o Step 1: Go to this WEBSITE () o Step 2: Enter your address in the top left-hand corner of your screen o Step 3: Then click "Color QCT Qualified Tracts".

OPTION 2: Your household income is at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI).

Size of household

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

50% AMI 28,700 32,800 36,900 41,000 44,300 47,600 50,850 54,150

For the purposes of this Program, income is defined as wages and salaries; net income from real or personal property; unemployment/disability; Social Security/retirement/pensions; welfare payments; alimony and child support.

HOW DO I APPLY FOR THE PROGRAM?

Applicants interested in applying for a repair grant must submit an application electronically at or submit a paper application to the city, providing the following documentation:

Complete all sections of the application. An incomplete application will cause delays in processing.

Submit proof of income documents for all adult occupants living in your home. Examples include: o Copies of 3 months' payroll stubs. o Form 1099 from Social Security or a copy of the most recent month's bank statement evidencing Direct Deposit. o Form 1099 for all pensions or a copy of the most recent month's bank statement showing Direct Deposit. o Copies of most recent year's federal, state, and local income tax returns. o Copies of any other recent benefit statements for regular unearned income (such as social security, public assistance, retirement income, etc.).

Submit property information: o Evidence of Ownership: Copy of Deed, or other documentation. o Evidence of Occupancy: Copy of Utility Bills, or other documentation

AKRON ARPA HOME REPAIR PROGRAM APPLICATION

1) Application Submission Once received, your application

will be reviewed for general eligibility. This process can take

up to two weeks.

2) Inspection Scheduling If your application passes the

initial review, you will be assigned to a Housing Rehab Specialist. They will contact you to set up a mutually-agreeable time to discuss eligible repairs

and to inspect your home.

3) Home Inspection The Rehab Specialist will write

up all the necessary repairs (called a List of Work or "LOW") and review it with the program management.

6) Home Repairs Begins Work will begin under the supervision of the Rehab

Specialist.

5) Repairs Confirmed The LOW will then be bid or assigned to a rotating contractor list. The Rehab Specialist will contact you to review their

findings.

4) LOW Reviewed The ARPA Home Repair Program team will review the

LOW for feasibility.

7) Work Complete

Once the work is completed and inspected, the contractor will be paid and your job is complete.

WHAT REPAIRS ARE ELIGIBLE?

Eligible repairs are restricted to those necessary for improving the health, safety, and well-being of the household1. Specifically, all eligible repairs will fall into one of the following categories:

Roofing

HVAC

Repair Categories

Plumbing

Foundation

Accessibility Modifications

Electrical

Drywall/Painting

General Carpentry

Gutters/Downspouts

Flooring

Window/Door Replacement

Siding

Please note that the City along with the Home Repair inspectors will make the final determination as to which repairs will be performed.

1 Any work performed prior to ARPA Home Repair approval will not be eligible for reimbursement. Aesthetic improvements are not eligible for funding under the Program.

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Office Use Only: Date Received: ______/______/ ______ Parcel #_________________ Case Number:__________________

Please complete the entire application below if you are interested in participating in our ARPA Home Repair Program.

SECTION 1:

BASE QUALIFICATIONS

Alright, let's get started... First, a few quick checks. (Select all that apply)

I am the legal owner of my home (my name is listed on the property deed).

My home is located within the city limits of Akron, Ohio.

I meet one of the following household income requirements:

? Household income is at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) and I live within

one of Akron's Qualified Censes Tracts (QCT). OR

? Household income is at or below 50% of the Area Median Income (AMI)

I am current on my mortgage, property, and income taxes or currently on a payment plan for

delinquent taxes.

To my knowledge my home is in sound structural condition.

SECTION 2:

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Applicant (Point of Contact) First Name: Enter first name

Applicant (Point of Contact) Last Name: Enter last name

Address: Enter physical street address

City:

Zip Code:

State:

Select City Enter zip code Select State

How did you hear about the ARPA Home Repair Program? Select from the dropdown

Daytime Phone Number Email Address Enter applicant phone Enter email address number

SECTION 3:

HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION

How long have you lived at this address? Enter number of year(s) and month(s) spent living at the address listed above

How many adults, 18 years or older, live in your household? Enter number of adults in household

How many children, 17 years or younger, live in your household? Enter number of children in household

Is the home located in an Akron Qualified Census Tract (QCT)? Yes No Not Certain

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SECTION 4:

VERIFICATION OF INCOME

The following information is required, and documentation must be submitted with application. Select the sources of income for all members of your household. Ex: Job Wages, Social Security, etc. Please list the amounts before taxes.

Name

Income Source (Job Wages, SSI, Pension, Disability, etc. See income description above)

Total Monthly Gross Income

Total Yearly Gross Income

What is the total household yearly gross (before taxes) income?

Enter total household income

SECTION 5:

TYPE OF REPAIRS NEEDED

Please note that any work performed before ARPA Home Repair approval will not be eligible for reimbursement.

Below is a list of services available. Please note that the City of Akron and the Home Repair inspectors will

make the final determination of which repairs will be performed (whether or not they are indicated on this

application).

Check if needed

Repair Type

ADA Accessibility modifications

(For Example: ramp, grab bars)

Roofing

HVAC and furnace repair(s)/replacement

Plumbing

Electrical

Window and Doors

Drywall/Painting

General Carpentry

Gutters/Downspouts

AKRON ARPA HOME REPAIR PROGRAM APPLICATION

Flooring

Siding

Foundation

Please list any repairs you feel need emergency attention. Please provide us with detailed description of these repairs:

SECTION 6:

DOCUMENTATION UPLOAD

Please attach the following list of documents as evidence of eligibility. The information on these documents should match your relevant answers in the application. All of these documents must be provided before we can process your application. Failure to provide this information may delay the processing of the application. If you have any questions, please call us at 330-591-4694. If you are not comfortable providing your social security number, you may redact it from the provided documents.

REQUIRED Submit proof of income documents for all adult occupants living in your home. Examples include: o Copies of 3 months' payroll stubs. o Form 1099 from Social Security or a copy of the most recent month's bank statement evidencing Direct Deposit. o Form 1099 for all pensions or a copy of the most recent month's bank statement showing Direct Deposit. o Copies of most recent year's federal, state, and local income tax returns.

REQUIRED Submit property information including: o Evidence of Ownership: Copy of Deed, or other documentation. o Mortgage Statement: Most recent copy of mortgage statement, if applicable o Evidence of Occupancy; Copy of Utility Bills, or other documentation

OPTIONAL Proof of Identify of the applicant o A scanned copy of the front of your driver's license, state identification card, or passport.

OPTIONAL Photos of needed repair(s) and the front and back of property.

SECTION 7:

OPTIONAL DEMOGRAPHIC INFORMATION

The following information is requested by the City of Akron to monitor compliance with fair housing law and the City's equity goals. You are not required to provide this information but are encouraged to do so. The law provides that an organization may neither discriminate on the basis of this information nor require that an applicant furnish this information.

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