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housing loans & grants > repair/rehab > emergency home repair program
 

 

Weatherization and Energy Retrofit Loan Program

 

Purpose

Provides loans for weatherization services, including baseline energy efficiency upgrades

 Status

Taking applications now.

Maximum Amount

$30,000

Minimum
Amount

$6,500

 REQUIREMENTS

Eligible Applicants Oakland property owners living in the unit to be rehabilitated.

Location

Properties may be located anywhere within in the City of Oakland.

Eligible Properties 1 to 4 unit residential properties.

 Income

Applicant’s annual household income cannot exceed 80% of the area median income*.  Income of all household members 18 years or older must be considered (includes house/roommates).

 Occupancy

Applicant must occupy the property
All owners on record must apply
Eligible Uses Loan funds can only be used for a base energy efficiency package of improvements such as attic insulation, caulking, weather-stripping, water heater insulation, energy efficient light fixtures, furnace maintenance and energy saving appliances, as well as systems rehabilitation and replacement, included systems are the roof, furnace, windows, doors and water heater.
Other Requirements

None.

LOAN / GRANT DETAILS

 Interest Rate:

 Zero interest

Payments/ Term

  • No periodic payments
  • Loan will be paid upon the sale or transfer of title of property

 Prepayment Penalty

N/A

Closing Costs $350

 Security

Deed of Trust

HOW TO APPLY

Status Available Now
Deadline None
Process Complete and submit the application
Application Call (510) 238-3909 to request an application.

MORE INFORMATION

Details N/A
Projects

N/A

Contact

Residential Lending and Rehabilitation Services
City of Oakland
Community and Economic Development Agency

*Area Median Income limits are revised annually.  Click here for current limits.

 
   
 
     


City of Oakland
Community and Economic Development Agency
Housing and Community Development Division
250 Frank Ogawa Plaza  Suite 5313  |   Oakland, CA 94612
Tel:
510.238.3015 | Fax: 510-238-3691 | TDD: 238-3254
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Last updated October 9, 2009
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sexual orientation, or disability in employment or any of its programs, activities, or services. 

City of Oakland is an equal opportunity housing provider