Emergency Home Repair Assistance (Application cycle – Open)

SHIP funds will be made available to homeowners for Emergency Repairs to their residence. Emergency repairs include but are not limited to: Leaking roof, faulty wiring, septic and/or well repair, plumbing repairs or replacement, and installation of ramps or handicap accessible bathrooms which require immediate attention and will make the residence more accessible for the homeowner.

Maximum Assistance: $7,500.00

Assistance shall be in the form of a grant to reduce costs of emergency repairs to qualified, eligible applicants.

Assistance is provided on a first-come, first-qualified, first-serve basis following annual advertisement of the availability of SHIP funds. Applicants must submit a completed SHIP application for determination of eligibility. Assistance is provided to very-low and low income families who own their own residence in Sumter County .

SHIP assistance will only be provided for homes that are owner-occupied and used as the primary residence. Proof of Homestead exemption is required. All property taxes and mortgages, if applicable must be current. The residence must be in good condition other that the emergency repair needs. If more than 80% of the home is determined in need of repair, the applicant will not be eligible for assistance.

Mobile/Manufactured Homes are not eligible.