Housing Assistance Programs

Due to the ongoing winter storm, City facilities, including City Hall and all Parks, Recreation and Culture facilities, will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 18. This is due to the forecasted winter storm resulting in dangerous travel conditions.

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The City’s new permitting and licensing software, Enterprise Permitting & Licensing (EPL) is now live.

The City of Lawrence offers several grant and loan programs for income eligible homeowners.
Policies for Housing Initiatives Loans and Grants

  • CDBG Comprehensive Housing Rehabilitation Loans

COMPREHENSIVE HOUSING REHABILITATION APPLICATIONS ARE NOT CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED.

This program provides deferred or installment loans to income eligible homeowners to have necessary rehabilitation completed. This is not a remodeling program..

 

  • Emergency & Furnace Loans

For emergency situations, the City offers an emergency loan program that can provide up to $5,000 for emergency repairs or furnace replacement. Applications are available online and in the Development Services Office. View/print the “Renovate Right” lead based paint hazard booklet here.

 

  • Weatherization Grants

WEATHERIZATION APPLICATIONS ARE NOT CURRENTLY BEING ACCEPTED.


 

If you have questions about available programs or about your existing loan, please contact our office at (785) 832-7700