2016 US Code
Title 42 - The Public Health and Welfare
Chapter 130 - National Affordable Housing
Subchapter II - Investment in Affordable Housing
Part D - Specified Model Programs
Sec. 12806 - Home repair services grants for older and disabled homeowners

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Citation 42 U.S.C. § 12806 (2016)
Section Name §12806. Home repair services grants for older and disabled homeowners
Section Text (a) In general

The Secretary shall make available a model program to provide home repair services for older homeowners and disabled homeowners, including such services as the examination of homes, repair services, and follow-up to ensure the continued effectiveness of the repairs provided.

(b) Eligible recipients

Home repair services shall be provided to homeowners who—

(1) own and reside in the dwellings for which services are provided;

(2) are older or disabled; and

(3) are members of low-income families.

(c) Permitted restrictions

Guidelines for the model program shall require that—

(1) assisted dwelling units be the primary residence of the homeowner for whom services are provided;

(2) preferences be provided for (A) very low-income families, and (B) individuals with intense need characterized by noneconomic factors such as physical and mental disabilities, language barriers, and cultural, social, or geographical isolation caused by racial or ethnic status that restricts the ability of an individual to perform normal daily tasks or that threatens the capacity of the individual to live independently;

(3) any fees charged be based on the income of the individual receiving the home repair services.

Source Credit

(Pub. L. 101–625, title II, §256, Nov. 28, 1990, 104 Stat. 4122.)

Publication Title United States Code, 2012 Edition, Supplement 4, Title 42 - THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE
Category Bills and Statutes
Collection United States Code
SuDoc Class Number Y 1.2/5:
Contained Within Title 42 - THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE
CHAPTER 130 - NATIONAL AFFORDABLE HOUSING
SUBCHAPTER II - INVESTMENT IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING
Part D - Specified Model Programs
Sec. 12806 - Home repair services grants for older and disabled homeowners
Contains section 12806
Date 2016
Laws In Effect As Of Date January 6, 2017
Positive Law No
Disposition standard
Statutes at Large Reference 104 Stat. 4122
Public Law References Public Law 101-625
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