Program Overview
The Emery County Critical Home Repair Assistance Program is designed to help income-qualified homeowners maintain safe, healthy, and livable homes. The program provides financial assistance for essential repairs that address health, safety, structural integrity, accessibility, and major system deficiencies that could affect a resident's ability to remain safely in their home.
Eligibility
In order to qualify for the program, you must meet the following criteria:
- U.S. citizen or legal resident alien
- Own a home on a foundation (mobile homes do not qualify) in Emery County.
- Occupancy of the home as the applicant's primary residence.
- Household income within established program limits.
- Mortgage, property tax, and insurance accounts being current.
- Compliance with all program requirements and documentation standards.
2025 Income Qualification Thresholds for Emery County
Household Size
Max Yearly Household Income
1 Person
$amount
2 Persons
$amount
3 Persons
$amount
4 Persons
$amount
5 Persons
$amount
6 Persons
$amount
7 Persons
$amount
8 Persons
$amount
Eligible Repairs
Most repairs that address health and safety concerns in a home are eligible, including but not limited to:
- Leaking Roof
- Broken and missing windows
- Plumbing repairs and water leak mitigation
- Mold remediation
- Electrical system repairs and safety upgrades
- Damaged Flooring
- Broken and missing smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Faulty water heater, furnace, and A/C
- Accessibility modifications such as ramps, grab bars, or other mobility-related improvements
Repairs are generally prioritized based on their impact on the health and safety of occupants and the long-term preservation of the home.
Application Process
Eligible applications are typically reviewed on a first-qualified, first-served basis or according to established program priorities. Property inspections and contractor estimates may be required before funding approval.
Applicants must complete an application and provide supporting documentation such as:
- Proof of ownership
- Income verification
- Mortgage information
- Property insurance documentation
- Identification and residency verification
Eligible applications are typically reviewed on a first-qualified, first-served basis or according to established program priorities. Property inspections and contractor estimates may be required before funding approval.
Apply for Critical Home Repair AssistanceProgram Administration
The program may be administered directly by a county housing or community development department or through partnerships with nonprofit housing organizations, housing authorities, community action agencies, or other qualified service providers. These partnerships can provide expertise in project management, contractor procurement, construction oversight, and homeowner support services.
Fair Housing and Accessibility
Emery County is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local fair housing laws. The County will not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, disability, or any other specific classes protected by applicable laws.
