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Single Family Residential Rehabilitation Program (SFRRP)GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION PACKAGE September 2020

John Falcicchio Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development Polly Donaldson, Director Department of Housing and Community Development 1800 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE | Washington, DC 20020

Income Limits for 2020* *Income limits are subject to change annually

FAMILY SIZE FAMILY INCOME LIMITS

1 $70,550

2 $80,650

3 $90,700

4 $100,800

5 $110,900

6 $120,950

7 $131,050

8 $141,100

Eligible applicants must meet the criteria below:

• Own and live in their home as their primary residence for at least 3 years;• Be current on all District and Federal taxes;• Have a credit report that that shows current payments on all mortgages for the

last 12 months;• Possess current homeowner's insurance; and• Meet the household income limits that are no greater than the levels shown

below.

Single Family Residential Rehabilitation Program (SFRRP) The Department of Housing and Community Development’s (DHCD) Single Family Residential Rehabilitation Program (SFRRP) administers grants to assists homeowners in repairing their roofs and modifying and/or eliminating barriers to accessibility for persons with mobility or other physical impairments.

Eligibility

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Eligible Repairs

1. Roof repair or replacementa. Addresses active water infiltration or a structurally compromised roofb. Repairs can include interior work to patch or repair any interior work

caused by water damage

2. Accessibility Improvementa. Limited interior and exterior modifications to reduce or eliminate barriers to

accessibility for persons with mobility or other physical impairments

The program does not provide cosmetic repairs or upgrades. The list below is dependent on water infiltration damage or accessibility barriers.

Location in building Type of critical repair

Exterior • Repair or installation of new roofing• Gutters, downspouts, and drainage• Deteriorating, chipped or broken concrete walkways that

might cause tripping hazards• Exterior Waterproofing• Regrading to stop flooding or active water infiltration• Ramp or stairlift

Health Hazards • Chipped or deteriorating paint• Mold remediation• Water damage

Interior • Damaged or compromised ceilings, walls, doors, floors, and stairs

• Damaged, loose, or faulty electrical wiring, fixtures, or electrical panels

• Bathroom fixture replacement to meet ADA compliance standards

• Door and door frame adjustments to meet ADA compliance standards

• Structurally compromised floor joist or wood framing• Ramp or stairlift

In order to be eligible for the Single Family Residential Rehabilitation Program, a residential property must have needed repairs to the roof or modifications to reduce or eliminate barriers to accessibility. Major categories of repair include:

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Program RequirementsThe following are the requirements to participate in the SFRRP program:

1. Pre-application Orientation – All applicants are required to meet with a Housing

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS PHONE NUMBER

Greater Washington Urban League 2901 14th Street, NW, Wash., DC 20009 (202) 265-8200

Housing Counseling Services, Inc. 2410 17th Street, NW, Wash., DC 20009 (202) 667-7006

Lydia’s House, Inc. 4101 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., SW, Wash., DC 20032

(202) 373-1050

University Legal Services, Inc. 1800 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., SE, Wash., DC 20020

(202) 889-2196

3939 Benning Road, NE, Wash., DC 20019 (202) 527-7070

220 “I” Street, NE # 130, Wash., DC 20002 (202) 547-4747

Counselor through one of DHCD’s Community Based Organizations (CBO).

2. Completed Application – Applicants must submit a completed application through one ofthe listed CBOs listed above prior to submission. This includes all required documentationlisted in the Application Requirements section of the application. Supportingdocumentation must include information for all members of the household. Incompleteapplications will not be accepted.

3. Application Eligibility—Applications will be reviewed for eligibility and if deemed eligible,will be provided a program acceptance letter. This does not constitute final approval asdelineated below (see number 7).

4. Assessment of Requested Critical Repairs – Applicants that are determined eligible forthe Program will be required to obtain a property assessment from a DHCD selectedscope writer in order to complete the scope of work of the critical repairs requested forthe property. Property owners need to approve of the scope of work to ensureaccurateness and to ensure all requested repairs are included. DHCD will make the finaldetermination of what will be addressed through the application.

5. Grant Agreement – A grant agreement must be signed by the property owner and DHCDprior to an award of financial assistance. The agreement outlines the terms and conditions ofthe award to fund the property’s critical repairs and must be executed prior to construction.

6. Construction – DHCD will solicit bids from contractors to complete the constructionwork based on the critical repairs identified in the scope of work. Please note fundsare paid directly to the contractor.

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Required Documents Optional Documents

☐ Completed and signed application ☐ Deed of Trust

☐ Owner(s) affidavit

☐ Income verification

☐ Physician report for accessibility repairs (if applicable)

☐ OTR tax certification affidavit

☐ Credit report

☐ Power of Attorney (if applicable)

☐ Proof of residency

☐ Summary of property needs and repairs requested

☐ Current Homeowner’s Insurance

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7. Final Approval – Final approval is contingent upon the feasibility of the project itselfas well as your financial eligibility for program participation. A project is notapproved until grant documents are signed at project settlement.

8. Repayment – Roof repair and accessibility work are provided as a grant and do notneed to be repaid to the agency.

Temporary RelocationFor the safety of all household members, temporary relocation may be required. Relocation requirements will be determined by DHCD based on the type of work being completed.

Submitting an ApplicationThe following pages include the application to be submitted to DHCD for approval. Applications must be submitted via the DHCD QuickBase application at https://dhcd.dc.gov/SFRRP. Please upload all required documents through QuickBase, naming files as follows: “SFRRP [Applicant Name] – [File Type] – [Date]”. Incomplete applications will be returned to the CBO. Questions should be submitted to [email protected].

Application Documentation Checklist for all Household Member

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District of Columbia Department of Housing and Community Development

Single Family Residential Rehabilitation Program

APPLICATION

The questions in this application will provide the basis to determine your eligibility for the funding request sought through the D.C. Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). This application is to be completed only with the assistance of a Housing Counselor at a Community Based Organizations (CBO) approved by the Agency. Please be advised that units in Multifamily Dwellings are not eligible for this program.

1. Applicant Information Date of preparation: ________

Applicant Name(s):

Marital Status: Veteran Status: Email address: Applicant Address: Ward:

Telephone number(s):

2. Type of Assistance Requested:

☐ Roof Repair ☐ Accessibility

3. Program Eligibility

A. How many years have you lived in your home? _______If fewer than 3 years, what was your previous address: ________________________________

B. Have you been current on your mortgage for the last 12 months? Yes__ No__

C. Have you been current on your Homeowner's insurance for the last 12 months? Yes__ No__

D. Do you have a first mortgage? Yes___ No___If yes, what is the balance of your first mortgage?If Yes, what is the name of your mortgage institution:

E. Do you have any other mortgage(s)? Yes___ No___If yes, please list the balance(s): ______________________________________________If Yes, what is the name of your mortgage institution(s):

F. Do you have a reverse mortgage? Yes___ No___If yes, please list the mortgage institution: _________________________________________

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G. Are you current on your: (1) Property Taxes: Yes___ No___(2) DC State Income Taxes: Yes___ No___If No, please describe briefly:

H. In the last 12 months, have you obtained a home refinance, equity loan, or equity line of credit?Yes__ No__ If Yes, please describe briefly: __________________________________________

I. Have you previously applied to this program? Yes__ No__Were you approved to receive assistance? Yes__ No__If Yes, please indicate the type of work completed: ______________________________________

J. Have you previously applied for another DC program to repair your home? Yes__ No__Name of program: ______________________________If applicable, please indicate the type of work completed: ____________________________

4. Income Limits: (Please use the chart below to determine program eligibility)

2020 Income Limits*

Household Size 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Maximum Income $70,550 $80,650 $90,700 $100,800 $110,900 $120,950 $131,050 $141,100

* Income limits are subject to change annually

Household Size: __________ Total Household Income: ___________

5. Proof of Income: (Please check all that apply)

This information is required of Applicant(s) and ALL household members. Please consult with your Housing Counselor to determine applicable documents.

Did not file taxes for the last two (2) years

W-2 (last two (2) years) Bank Statements (Last two (2) months) Other:

Paystubs for the last two months (for all employment) SSI Award Letter or statement, TANF, Pension, Child Support

Tax Returns: Federal and District of Columbia (Last two (2) years)

Does not file Federal or District Taxes (please explain):

6. Proof of Ownership: (Please check all that apply - *indicates required documents)

Current Mortgage Statement Affidavit for Co-Owners Not Residing at Property, if applicable

Proof of Homeowner’s Insurance (Declaration page)* Power of Attorney (POA), If applicable.

Deed (If available)

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7. Proof of Residency: (Required)

8. Property Owner(s) Information:

1. OWNER: (First, Middle Initial, Last):

Address: Ward:

Do you currently live in your home? Yes ___ No___ If No, please provide an explanation: ____________________________________________________

Marital Status:

2. CO-OWNER: (First, Middle Initial, Last):

Address: (if different) Ward:

Do you currently live in your home? Yes ___ No ___ If No, please provide an explanation: ____________________________________________________

Marital Status:

Please provide any additional information in an addendum

Household Member Information (Include all Applicants, Property Owner(s), and Household members)

First, M., Last Name Social Security Number (SSN) Date of

Birth Race/

Ethnicity Income Relationship to

Owner

CBO HOUSING COUNSELOR USE ONLY (required)

Organization: Counselor Name: Date of Intake:

Form Submitted by: CBO Counseling Certification Attached: Yes___ No___ Date of Completion:

Total Household Size: Total Household Income: All required documents attached: Yes

NoCredit Report Attached: Yes___ ___ NoApplication is complete and ready for DHCD review: Yes___ ___

Counselor Signature: Date:

Driver’s License of Applicant(s) and ALL adults residing in the home OR Government issued Identification Card for ALL adults

Copies of utility bill (Last two (2) months)

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APPLICANT(S) ACKNOWLEDGEMENT and STATEMENT OF TRUTHFULNESS

I/We, the undersigned, Owner(s) of the dwelling located at ___________________________Washington, DC, being twenty-one years of age or older, herby acknowledge the following:

I/We also certify that ALL of the information in this application is completed, valid and true to the best of my/our knowledge and belief. By signing this application, I/We understand and agree that, as a government agency, DHCD may be required to notify other government agencies of any unlawful conditions and/or potential violations of District of Columbia law relating to housing or health code conditions that may have been discovered as part of the application process. I/We further agree and understand that in the event my/our application for funding is denied, I/We are not relieved of any lawful duty and/or obligation I/We have to ensure that my/our property complies with all District of Columbia housing and health laws.

Applicant Signature Date:

Co-Applicant Signature Date:

Co-Owner Signature Date:

Any person who knowingly makes, or causes to be made a false statement or representation to this application shall be subject to criminal prosecution, a fine up to $1,000 and/or imprisonment for 180 days and, if a grant has been made, immediate call of the grant requiring payment in full of all amounts disbursed as pursuant to D.C. Official Code, § 22-2405 (2002).

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By signing this application, I/We authorize the Department of Housing and CommunityDevelopment (DHCD) to obtain one or more credit reports showing My/Our credithistory, in order to identify all creditors and related information regarding my/ourapplication. This information will be used only for the purposes of evaluating my/ourapplication for assistance.

Prior to receiving any financial assistance, if I/We experience a change in my/ourfinancial status including, but not limited to, a mortgage debt refinancing or increasein household income, I/We understand that I/We are under a continuing obligation toreport any and all changes to my/our status or eligibility for assistance while my/ ourapplication is being processed. I/We understand that these changes may result indisqualification for financial assistance.

AAFIDAVIT FOR CO-OWNERS NOT RESIDING AT THE PROPERTY

I/We, the undersigned, residing at the addresses shown below, attest that I/We do not reside at , Washington, D.C._______, the subject property for which

application is being made under the Department of Housing and Community Development’s Single-Family Residential Rehabilitation Program, Senior Citizen Home Improvement and Repair Program, and/or Accessibility Improvement Program Application (Department Programs).

I/We, further attest that we do not anticipate residing at the subject property and I/we shall notify the Department IMMEDIATELY if I/we become permanent residents of the subject property.

I/We, understand that my/our income(s) and financial assets shall not be considered in determining the ability of the resident co-owner’s ability to repay any assistance provided under the Department programs. Notwithstanding the above, I/We understand that I/We may be liable, as co-owners of the subject property, for any unsettled financial liability arising from failure to abide by the terms of any Promissory Note and Deed of Trust signed pursuant to the receipt of assistance under the Department programs.

Applicant Name Co-Owner Name

Date Date

Current Street Address Current Street Address

City, State, Zip code City, State, Zip code

Non-Resident Co-Owner’s Signature Non-Resident Co-Owner’s Signature

Co-Owner Name Co-Owner Name

Date Date

Current Street Address Current Street Address

City, State, Zip code City, State, Zip code

Non-Resident Co-Owner’s Signature Non-Resident Co-Owner’s Signature

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Government of the District of Columbia D.C. Department of Housing and Community Development

Physician’s Report for Accessibility Repairs

Name of Patient

Address

Date of First Examination

Describe history of disability

What are your findings (include results of X-Rays, Laboratory, Tests, etc.)?

What is your diagnosis?

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Describe dates and type(s) of any operation(s)

What other types of treatment did you provide? Describe and provide dates

Check one that best describes the patient’s condition:

Total Disability Partial Disability

Describe the extent of the Disability

Signature of Physician

Date

License Number

Address

Telephone Number

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2. Type of Assistance Requested:8. Property Owner(s) Information:District of ColumbiaSingle Family Residential Rehabilitation ProgramI/We, the undersigned, residing at the addresses shown below, attest that I/We do not reside at

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