RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS

Applications for residents within Hallandale Beach, but outside the CRA area have been reopened on a first come, first served basis.

Under this program, the Hallandale Beach CRA (HBCRA) provides a maximum amount of $100,000 in down payment assistance for the purchase of a first home in the CRA district. These funds are available to affordable housing buyers (whose income is between 50% and 120% of the Broward County median income guidelines) to be used for gap funding and closing costs. The program also provides an incentive of up to $10,000 in down payment assistance for workforce housing buyers whose income is above 120% but not more than 140% median. An additional $5,000 incentive is available for first responders, teachers and nurses.

One goal of the Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP) is to provide financial assistance for exterior residential facade improvements in the redevelopment district for the purpose of improving property conditions and value and aiding in the elimination of slum and blight.   An additional goal is to foster sustainable practices that all HBCRA-funded improvements increase the energy efficiency of the units.  Moreover, it is the intent of this program to encourage neighborhood beautification and enhance curb appeal in all areas of the redevelopment district. A property can only be assisted a maximum of two times per owner, providing that no other HBCRA loans or City liens exist on the property.

Under the Paint Program, the Hallandale Beach CRA (HBCRA) can provide assistance to home/property owners who wish to utilize the services of a qualified paint company/contractor. Homeowners or property owners utilizing the services of a qualified paint company/contractor can receive assistance of up to $3,000 for single-family dwellings, with the HBCRA paying a portion of the cost (90%) and the applicant paying the balance (10%) and up to $6,000 for multi-unit dwellings, with the HBCRA paying a portion of the cost (75%) and the applicant paying the balance (25%).

Additionally, there is a free paint program (PTT) available for property and homeowners. Contact the HBCRA office for additional information.

Under the Paint the Town Program, the HBCRA can PAINT YOUR HOUSE FOR FREE. The painters are selected by the HBCRA staff for this program.

The Rent Stabilization Program (RSP) aims to provide rental assistance for up to twelve (12) months to residents in the Hallandale Beach CRA area. The maximum assistance per applicant for this program is $7,200. The program is only available to Hallandale Beach residents residing within the CRA boundaries who cannot pay rent due to a recent rise in their monthly rental amounts. Only one person per household can apply. Applicants applying for assistance to pay an increase in their existing rent will receive up to $600 monthly, paid directly to their landlord. Seniors aged sixty (60) and older and households with family members 18 years old and under will be given priority. Applications will be reviewed and processed within sixty (60) days. Applicants can only participate in this program once. This program is income-based, and applicants must meet the low-income (80%) requirement.

**We will begin accepting applications in October for next fiscal year**

The HBCRA’s Storm Shutter/Impact Glass Program is an income-based program for applicants with incomes not exceeding 80% of the Broward County area median. The program provides up to $10,000 in assistance for owner-occupied properties (excluding trailer parks) to install storm shutters or impact-resistant glass. The funds are paid directly to the contractor for installation, with the homeowner responsible for any costs exceeding the $10,000 limit. Seniors aged 60 and older may be eligible for a second round of assistance, provided the property is homesteaded and their income is at or below 50% of the Broward County area median income. The maximum assistance for the second round is $7,000.

The RHP is a subset of the Neighborhood Improvement Program (NIP). Applicants are identified to be eligible for this program once the property assessment, ordered by the HBCRA, proves that the costs of the recommended NIP improvements exceed 50% of the property appraiser’s assessed value of the property. Under the Replacement Home Program, the HBCRA will provide a low interest or interest-free loan up to $250,000 (or the current cost of construction with plans, permits, construction and finishes) to single-family home owner.

The purpose of the Senior Mini-Grant Program is to assist seniors sixty (60) years and older with financial assistance for exterior residential facade improvements in the redevelopment district to improve property conditions and value and aid in eliminating slums and blight.  The grant can also assist with interior repairs to mitigate life safety issues, including removal of asbestos, mold, home barriers to people with disabilities, or other life safety issues as determined by the Building or Code Compliance Officer. This program is income based, and applicants must meet the low-income (80%) requirement.

The goal of the Rental-Utility Program (RUP) is to provide rental or utility assistance to help income-eligible (80% Area Median Income) senior households (ages 60 and older) within the CRA boundaries who spend more than thirty percent (38%) of their household income on housing costs. The program would provide up to five hundred dollars ($500) per month towards rental/utility expenses for eligible applicants for up to six (6) months. Applicants can only be assisted once per calendar year.

Highland Park Village is an affordable housing development.  In order to assure that these units remain affordable potential buyers must be approved by the Hallandale Beach CRA to purchase these units.  Please complete the application and submit it with all the required documents and the application fee.