Homeowner Occupied Improvement Program Overview

The Homeowner Occupied Improvement Program (HOIP) is a home repairs assistance initiatives made possible by the American Rescue Plan Act, authorized by President Biden. As part of the City of Harrisburg’s $47 million in federal ARPA funds, Mayor Wanda R.D. Williams has allocated $5 million to go towards emergency and essential home repairs. Only City of Harrisburg residents are eligible, and to qualify, must meet certain federal income guidelines.

How Do I Apply?

Open and download both documents in the links listed below. Please fill out each form and return it to either:

Department of Building and Housing
Attention: Homeowner Improvement Program
10 N. 2nd Street, Suite
Harrisburg, PA 17101

Or via email, [email protected]

The application process will remain open until July 15, 2024 at 3 p.m.

Important Documents & Links

Am I Eligible?

In order to qualify for the Homeowner Occupied Improvement Program, your total household income must not exceed the following limits: 

Household Size         1                 2               3                4                5                 6                7                 8+
80% of median    $54,850    $62,650    $70.500    $78,300    $84,600    $90,850    $97,100    $103,400