Home Reconstruction Grants

Tamithia Shaw, Director
1221 Elmwood Pk. Blvd., Suite 605
Jefferson, LA 70123
P: (504) 736-6262
F: (504) 736-6425
F: JPCommunityDevelopment@jeffparish.net

Up to $20,000 grant
This program assists homeowners with repairs of specific items, such as roof repairs or roof replacement, electrical, plumbing, air conditioning and/or heating repairs.
Program currently closed.

This program offers a Grant (which does not have to be repaid) to qualified homebuyers. This Grant is administered through the Jefferson Parish Finance Authority, and it can be added to the assistance that is offered by the Community Development First-Time Homebuyers Assistance program. The qualifications to receive funds include:

• Applicants must have a CERTIFICATE of completed housing counseling classes
• Applicants must remain in property as a PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE for a term based upon the amount of subsidy requested
• Applicants must be income eligible and qualify based upon HUD HOME 2016 Income Limits
• The maximum property value for EXISTING homes shall not exceed $181,000.00 and for NEW CONSTRUCTION the property value shall not exceed $228,000.00
• The property must be located in JEFFERSON PARISH

For additional qualifying information, click here or go to: jpfinanceauthority.com or call 736-6311.

Up to $7,500
Provides grants for home modifications for handicapped accessibility, such as ramps, walk-in showers, grab bars and doors widened.
Program currently closed.

Assists individuals with developmental disabilities to become homeowners, and to develop support plans to maintain their homes. This is a collaborative effort between Community Development and Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority.
Program currently closed.

For a current list of available properties, click here.

Up to $60,000
Provides financial assistance to eligible low- and moderate-income homeowners who need to rehabilitate their home to bring substandard dwellings up to housing quality standards. The home must be a single-family dwelling and the applicant must have clear title to the property for at least one year prior to application.
Program currently closed.

This program provides a $95,000 Grant/Loan ($60,000 grant plus $35,000 loan at 3% interest). Program replaces homes beyond repair, either with a modular, mobile, or traditionally-built home. Homeowner must get loan approved from a financial institution before Community Development provides monetary assistance.

Note: Participants must meet certain eligibility criteria set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Jefferson Parish Department of Community Development. The Replacement Housing Program, Regular Rehab Program, and Emergency Repair Program are subject to a soft second (non-repayable) mortgage for a period of 3 to 15 years.
Program currently closed.

Provides a safe residence for homeless battered women and their children while they receive assistance to re-establish independence. Community Development funds the program through an Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG).

Contact: (504) 837-5400

Provides instruction on family budgeting, home maintenance, and the rights, privileges and responsibilities of homeownership to low and moderate-income persons.

The First Time Homebuyer Assistance Program requires participants to take two classes: a First Time Homebuyer Class and a Financial Fitness Class. A list of class providers certified by the Louisiana Homebuyer Education Collaborative can be found on the home page in the list under classes. Community Development does not give classes. Applicants must apply to the agency of their choice to register and attend classes.

For more information on classes, click here.

The Jefferson Family Care Center, operated by Catholic Charities of New Orleans, provides a residential shelter for homeless adults and their children. The shelter, funded by Community Development with an Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG), is located at the Hope Haven – Madonna Manor Campus on Barataria Blvd. in Marrero, LA.

Contact: (504) 347-0772

Provides counseling in money management, rental and purchase procedures, and more to qualified low and moderate-income resident. Administered by JeffCAP, and funded by Community Development.

Contact: (504) 736-6480

This service provides minor home repairs for low and moderate-income elderly homeowners age 55 and older in Jefferson Parish. Labor is free, but the cost of materials is the responsibility of the homeowner. Services include fixing doors, windows, locks, minor plumbing repairs, and minor electrical repairs. The goal is to help elderly citizens remain at home by providing minor maintenance. The program is operated by Volunteers of America (VOA) and funded by Community Development.

Contact: (504) 245-1145