This program offers emergency home repair assistance and/or reimbursement to impacted homeowners for whom home and/or flood insurance coverage is not sufficient to return the home to safe and habitable condition.

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Key Dates:

• Application Period Opens: September 16, 2024

• Application Deadline: October 7, 2024 (non-negotiable)

 

Application Process:

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• Download the program application using the link above or call or email our office to receive an application. 518-587-3315 | info@rtsaratoga.org

• Applications should be submitted to the Rebuilding Together Saratoga County office via mail or drop-off. You can also email the application to info@rtsaratoga.org. 

• Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received, and will be reviewed only once complete.

• Submissions must be received by October 7th to be considered.

• Funding will be committed to eligible homeowners for confirmed eligible repairs on a first come, first served basis until available funds are exhausted. 

 

Eligible Repairs:

• Repairs are limited to emergency housing repairs necessary to make the home safe, sanitary and habitable. 

• Non urgent repairs or repairs to ancillary structures will not be funded under this program.​

 

Household Eligibility Requirements:

• All households are eligible up to $157,800 or 150% of the County Area Median Income based on household size, whichever is greater. See INCOME CHART

• ​The home must be the applicant's primary residence - defined as the applicant's place of residency
  for more than 50% of every calendar year.​

• Current property taxes and mortgage status.

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Required Household Eligibility Documentation

• Simple gross household income must be documented for all members of a household. Homeowners must provide supporting documentation including pay stubs, bank statements for employment income or benefits award letters as applicable.

• Applicants will be asked to provide proof of primary residency, current property tax payments and current mortgage status.

• Applicant must submit an attestation confirming they have not received insurance payouts or provide a denial letter from their insurance company. Assistance cannot be granted if insurance payouts for storm damage have been received.

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​Funding and Reimbursement:

• All applicants will receive notification of their application status, including approvals and denials.

• Applicants are eligible for reimbursement for already completed repairs. Homeowners will need to provide proof of storm damage, and proof of repair, including receipts of any supplies and labor. 

 

Important Notes:

• Strict deadlines for repairs, documentation, and responses will be enforced to ensure timely completion.

• Rebuilding Together Saratoga County is the sole arbiter in interpreting the intent and
  implementation of the Resilient & Ready Repair Program and Program Guidelines, determining eligibility for program assistance, and determining amount of funding awarded and as such decisions are final.

• For additional information about this program, view the NYS Homes and Community Renewal website - https://hcr.ny.gov/july-2024-storms