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1. What is the Home Improvement Grant Program (HIGP)?

This is a city-wide Home Improvement Grant Program that provides grant funds to eligible homeowners to assist in revitalizing their properties. The HIGP receives funding from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

2. Is there an income limit?

Your gross annual income may not exceed 80% of the San Bernardino County median income adjusted for family size as provided by HUD. To review the income thresholds, Click here

3. How do I apply?

Applicants must complete and submit a Qualifying Application with copies of all required documentation. Upon receipt of application and income verification, and subsequent approval, a city inspector will assess your home for needed repairs.

4. What kinds of repairs are eligible?

The following are examples of potential eligible projects: plumbing repairs, electrical repairs, heating and ventilation, painting and stucco repairs, window and door replacement, roof repairs/replacement, handicap accessibility renovations (wheelchair ramps, etc.), driveway repairs, stair repairs, other miscellaneous non-luxury repairs.

5. What is the maximum grant amount?

There is a maximum grant award of $5,000.00 per property. In exceptional cases where there is an immediate danger to health and safety, additional monies may be awarded.

6. Can my handyman make the repairs?

It is required that all repairs must be performed by a contractor who is licensed and is in good standing with the California State Contractors Board. Contractors must also have current and valid Worker’s Compensation and Liability Insurance. Additionally, the contractor must have a current City of Chino Hills business license.

7. Do you have a list of approved contractors?

We do not keep a list of approved contractors, nor can we provide referrals.

8. How are contractors paid?

A joint check will be issued to the contractor and the homeowner. All work will be paid to the selected contractor by the City within 60 days of completion of the project.