GRANT INFORMATION

LEAD TECHNICAL STUDIES

This program funds research studies to improve methods for detecting and controlling lead-based hazards in housing. Its purpose is to improve knowledge of lead-based paint related health risks and to improve or develop evaluation and control methods.

2024 LINK TO NOFO

Eligible Applicants:   State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Independent school districts, Public and State controlled institutions of higher education, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments), Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education, Private institutions of higher education, For profit organizations other than small businesses, Small businesses.

Lead Technical Studies NOFO Information Video 

HEALTHY HOMES WEATHERIZATION COOPERATION DEMONSTRATION

This program funds interventions in low-income households that are served by both the HUD Healthy Homes Production and DOE’s Weatherization Assistance Programs. Its goal is to determine if coordination between them improves cost effectiveness of the programs, and the safety and quality of homes. 

2024 LINK TO NOFO

Eligible Applicants:  State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized), Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education)

NOTE:   Only current holders of an active DOE Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) grant, WAP subgrant (not a contract or partnership) or a HUD Healthy Homes Production (HHP) grant (not an HHP sub-grantee, contract, or partnership) are eligible to apply for this HHWCD grant program.

Healthy Homes Weatherization Cooperative Demonstration 2024 NOFO Information Video 

RADON TESTING and MITIGATION

This program funds radon testing and, if applicable, mitigation in public housing units. It also supports the development of a plan for future testing and mitigation as needed. 

2024 LINK TO NOFO

Eligible Applicants:  Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) with the legal authority to develop, own, modernize, and operate a public housing project in accordance with the 1937 Act are eligible. PHAs that are troubled are eligible for funding if the agency is following any current Memorandum of Agreement or Recovery Agreements.

OLDER ADULT HOME MODIFICATIONS

The goal of this program is to allow low-income elderly  to remain in their homes, that is, to “age in place,” rather than move to nursing homes or other assisted care facilities. This is achieved by home modifications to reduce risk of falling, improve general safety, increase accessibility, and to improve their functional abilities in their owner-occupied or rental home.

LATEST NOFO

Eligible applicants:  State governments, County governments, City or township governments, Special district governments, public housing authorities/Indian housing authorities, Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.