Pre-applications close October 16. Here’s who qualifies and how to get started.
A leaking roof, failing air conditioner or plumbing problem can put a major strain on a household budget. Sanford homeowners who meet the city’s eligibility requirements can now apply for up to $30,000 in home-repair assistancethrough its Community Development Block Grant Housing & Rehabilitation Program.
The program provides grants for necessary repairs that address safety concerns and improve living conditions. Assistance can cover up to two approved trade categories, such as roofing and electrical work. City program details
To qualify, applicants must own and occupy a home within Sanford city limits as their primary residence for at least two years, have a homestead exemption and meet the household income limit. Property taxes and any mortgage payments must be current, and the property cannot be in foreclosure.
The city also requires homeowners insurance or a cancellation letter, no city housing rehabilitation assistance within the past three years, and no pending or duplicate FEMA assistance for the same repairs. A Sanford mailing address alone does not establish that a property is within city limits. Eligibility requirements
The city lists these maximum annual household incomes for 2026:
| Household size | Maximum income |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $64,350 |
| 2 people | $73,550 |
| 3 people | $82,750 |
| 4 people | $91,900 |
| 5 people | $99,300 |
| 6 people | $106,650 |
| 7 people | $114,000 |
| 8 people | $121,350 |
These limits represent 80% of the area median income, adjusted for household size. City income limits
Eligible work includes roofing, electrical and plumbing repairs; heating and cooling systems; and replacement of windows, exterior doors, water heaters and septic tanks. The program also covers qualifying accessibility improvements and uneven flooring that creates trip hazards. Covered repairs
Getting started takes three steps:
- Check your eligibility. Visit the city’s pre-application page and review the requirements.
- Submit online or on paper. Follow the online application link, or download a paper application and return it to Community Relations & Neighborhood Engagement on the second floor of Sanford City Hall, 300 N. Park Ave.
- Meet the deadline. The application window opened October 5 and closes Friday, October 16, 2026, at 5 p.m.Application instructions
For help with eligibility, required documents or the application process, call 407-562-2779, the number listed in the city’s announcement. The $30,000 figure is the maximum available assistance; submitting a pre-application is the first step toward determining whether your household and requested repairs qualify.
