What are the eligibility requirements for the Emery County Critical Home Repair Assistance Program?

To qualify, you must be a U.S. citizen or legal resident alien, own a home on a foundation in Emery County (mobile homes do not qualify), occupy the home as your primary residence, have household income generally between 80% and 120% of the area median income adjusted for household size, maintain current mortgage/property tax/insurance accounts, and comply with all program requirements. The home should generally have been built before 1980, unless the County approves another threshold for special circumstances.

What types of repairs are eligible under this program?

Eligible repairs include roofing, electrical system repairs and safety upgrades, plumbing repairs and water leak mitigation, heating or cooling system repairs (including faulty water heater, furnace, and A/C), structural repair and foundation issues, water service/sewer/septic issues, accessibility modifications (ramps, grab bars, mobility-related improvements), windows or exterior envelope repairs, health or safety hazards (including mold remediation and missing smoke/CO detectors), and energy-efficiency improvements. Repairs are prioritized based on their impact on health and safety of occupants and long-term preservation of the home.

What documentation is required to apply?

Required documentation includes a completed application form, photo identification, income documentation for all adult household members, proof of property ownership, documentation showing property address/occupancy status/project scope, property tax status documentation (if required), homeowner's insurance documentation, contractor bids or cost estimates for the requested repairs, and any additional documents requested by the County or program administrator.

How does the application review process work?

Eligible applications are typically reviewed on a first-qualified, first-served basis or according to established program priorities. Applications are reviewed for completeness, eligibility, and alignment with program priorities, using criteria that may include income level, readiness to proceed, geographic distribution, condition of the housing unit, and ability to leverage other funding, subject to available funding. Property inspections and contractor estimates may be required before funding approval.

Emery County Critical Home Repair Assistance Program

Program Overview

The Emery County Home Rehabilitation 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.

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Eligibility

In order to qualify for the program, you must meet the following criteria:

Own and occupy the home as your primary residence.
The home must be located in Emery County.
The home should have been built before 1980.
Household income between 80% and 120% of the area median income (AMI), adjusted for household size (see table below).
Property taxes and homeowner's insurance must be current.
The proposed work must involve eligible improvements tied to habitability, health, safety, code compliance, accessibility, or energy efficiency.
Compliance with all program requirements and documentation standards.

2026 Income Qualification Thresholds for Emery County

Household Size

80% AMI

120% AMI

$55,050

$82,550

$62,900

$94,350

$70,800

$106,150

$78,650

$117,950

$84,950

$127,400

$91,200

$136,850

$97,500

$146,250

$103,800

$155,700

Eligible Repairs

Most repairs that address health and safety concerns in a home are eligible, including but not limited to:

Roofing
Electrical system repairs and safety upgrades
Plumbing repairs and water leak mitigation
Heating or cooling system, including faulty water heater, furnace, and A/C
Structural repair and foundation issues
Water service, sewer, or septic issues
Accessibility modifications such as ramps, grab bars, or other mobility-related improvements
Windows or exterior envelope (broken or missing windows, weatherization)
Health or safety hazards, including mold remediation and missing smoke/CO detectors
Energy-efficiency 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

Applications are accepted through our online application portal and reviewed for completeness, eligibility, and alignment with program priorities, subject to available funding.

Applicants are required to provide documentation verifying household income, assets, employment, and mortgage qualification.

Apply for Home Rehabilitation Assistance

Program Administration

The program is administered by Emery County's Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA Agency). The CRA Agency may also contract with a qualified nonprofit, housing partner, or county support organization to help manage the program operations.

Program guidelines, policies, eligibility requirements, and application instructions are made available to the public through the county website and application portal.

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.