PRE-QUALIFICATION FORM
Homeowners in Newaygo County interested in assistance from the Newaygo County CDBG CHILL Program MUST complete a Pre-Qualification Form (PQF) as the first step in the application process. The PQF streamlines the qualifying process by allowing a quick evaluation for the major program requirements in order to save the applicant time and expense.
Pre-qualifying DOES NOT guarantee the availability or receipt of funding. This form helps to quickly evaluate whether an applicant is eligible or not.
General Program Eligibility Criteria:
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Applicant must be current on property taxes pr provide proof of a payment plan in place
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Proof of homeowners insurance is required
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Applicant must have a clear title to the home (land contracts are ineligible)
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Applicant must meet household income requirements
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The home must be located in Newaygo County
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Home must be at least 5 years old
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The home must be the primary residence of the homeowner for a minimum of 12 months prior to the day of the application
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The homeowner must own both the home and the site on which the home is situated
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If the home is a manufactured home, it must be on a permanent foundation
Eligible Repairs:
One project per home with a maximum of $40,000
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Hot water equipment
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Furnace/HVAC equipment
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Plumbing
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Siding
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Roofing
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Etc.
Ineligible Repairs include but are not limited to water wells and septic systems.
If you are in need of a repair that is not eligible for the CDBG CHILL Program, please fill out a Pre-Qualification form for the Newaygo County Emergency Repair Program.