Over $1.5 million in Owner Occupied Rehabilitation grants will be awarded to four communities, according to Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith and  Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. These funds can be put towards things such as roof repair, heating and cooling replacement. Photo from Unsplash.

News Release

INDIANAPOLIS — The Office of Lt. Governor Micah Beckwith and the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs today announced four Indiana communities will receive $1,550,000 in Owner Occupied Rehabilitation grants.

The grants will be used to empower communities to directly fund homeowners of low-to-moderate income to make needed repairs on their homes.

“These grants are about more than just fixing homes — they’re about strengthening communities,” Beckwith said. “When we take care of the small things, like repairing roofs or upgrading heating systems, we’re sending a message that every home and every family matters.”

He continued, “This approach helps prevent larger issues down the road and fosters pride and stability in our neighborhoods. By empowering homeowners to make these repairs, we’re investing in the future of Indiana and preserving the values that make our state great.”

Communities awarded an OOR grant will establish a program to help fund low- and moderate-income homeowners make repairs on their homes. Eligible repairs include roof repair or replacement, ADA accessibility, heating and cooling replacement, lighting and electrical upgrades, and water heater replacement.

OOR grants are awarded to the following communities:

• The City of Franklin is awarded $350,000.
• The City of Greensburg is awarded $350,000.
• The City of Union City is awarded $350,000.
• Huntington County is awarded $500,000.

“The Owner Occupied Rehabilitation grant program can be crucial for homeowners who may need extra support from their community in order to make needed improvements to maintain their safety in their home,” said OCRA Executive Director Fred Glynn. “Congratulations to these four communities and thank you for seeking out this funding opportunities to better your community and the quality of life for your residents.”

Funding for OCRA’s CDBG programs, including OOR, originates from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant program and is administered for the State of Indiana by OCRA.

For more information, visit in.gov/ocra/cdbg/owner-occupied-rehabilitation-program/.