Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program
The Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program funds essential home repairs and accessibility upgrades for low- and moderate-income homeowners in Indiana, administered by the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs.
Funder: Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (pre-approvals due) | November 2026 (application deadline) | June 2027 (Intent to Apply & Pre-Approvals) | July 2027 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $350,000 per city/town or $500,000 per county; max $25,000 per home; 10% local match required; project period up to 18 months.
Summary: Supports Indiana communities to fund essential home repairs and accessibility upgrades for low- and moderate-income owner-occupants.
Key Information: Forecasted dates—confirm with program page; only non-entitlement Indiana local governments are eligible to apply.
Description
The Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program, administered by the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA), provides competitive grants for Indiana's non-entitlement cities, counties, and incorporated towns to create or expand local home repair programs. The program targets essential repairs and accessibility upgrades for low- and moderate-income homeowners, enabling aging in place, improved safety, and enhanced housing quality. Eligible activities include roof and gutter repairs, heating and cooling system replacements, water heater replacement, electrical and lighting upgrades, and ADA or interior accessibility modifications. The program is designed to help communities address critical housing needs, improve mobility, and support vulnerable populations.
