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Through the Healthy Homes Cary program, Cary assists low- and moderate-income homeowners with home improvements. This support helps residents age in place, preserve safe and sanitary housing, correct hazardous structural conditions, and improve accessibility for persons with disabilities. Over 75% of residents assisted by Healthy Homes Cary are seniors.

Cary developed Healthy Homes Cary in partnership with local nonprofit Preserving Home. This program is fully funded through Cary general funds. Since the establishment of the Healthy Homes Cary Program, other communities including the Town of Apex and Wake Forest have adopted Cary’s model. Cary looks forward to more communities collaborating on this effort to keep residents in their homes and provide high-quality housing options for all.

Program Eligibility

You may be eligible for financial assistance if:
  • You meet program income qualifications
    (under 65% of area median income)
  • You have clear title to your home
  • You have paid all property taxes and Town fines
  • You have owned and lived in your home for at least
    the past 2 years
  • The property is owner-occupied and your primary residence

How to Apply

Want to apply for housing rehabilitation assistance? Please fill out the form below to submit your Healthy Homes Cary Program Inquiry.
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Grant Limits

If you meet program requirements, you may be eligible for a grant for home repairs up to $12,500. Have you received more than one grant for home repairs through this program? If so, all of the grants you have received must total less than $12,500 to receive more assistance.

Types of Repairs

Some of the repairs that can be made using financial assistance through the Healthy Homes Cary Program include:

 

  • Repairs or upgrades to improve energy efficiency
  • Emergency repairs, such as roof or furnace replacement
  • Exterior repairs like new siding, new windows,
    and porch repairs
  • Repairs to items that effect the homeowner’s
    health and safety
  • Repairs to make the home accessible for people with disabilities
  • Repairs to help resident age in place
  • Treatment of lead-based paint or asbestos hazards
Repairs that cannot be made include:

  • Repairs related to fire/smoke damage
  • Purchase of new appliances or tools
  • New construction
  • Luxury improvements

Contact

Healthy Homes Cary is administered by our nonprofit partner Preserving Home. If you are a Cary resident interested in applying for the program, click Apply Now. If you have questions, contact our team at Preserving Home at (919) 341-5980, https://preservehome.org/, PO Box 4099, Cary, NC 27519-4099

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