Applying for a Home
Family Selection Criteria
1. Need for adequate shelter:
• The family's current shelter has problems with the structure, roof,
floor, heating system, water supply, electricity, bathroom or kitchen.
• The family's current shelter has an inadequate number of bedrooms
as determined by the number of family members, ages and sex of household
members.
• The family's current neighborhood is unsafe or unsanitary.
2. Ability to pay for a Habitat House:
• The family must have a minimum household gross income of $20,000
to $40,000 annually. Some exceptions may apply.
• A family selected for a Habitat Home must pay a cash down payment
of $1,000. The full amount must be paid at least a month before taking occupancy
of their home.
• The family must provide a credit report. (A form will be provided
for this at the time of application.)
3. Willingness to Partner with Habitat:
An applicant must be willing to enter into a partnership with Habitat by:
• Completing 350 hours of sweat equity on their house and other Habitat
projects, and 500 hours for a couple.
• Participating in Habitat's nurture program which may include financial
counseling, household management education, Homeowners Association meetings
and other Habitat activities.
Important information and forms
Applications
are made by calling or coming to the Habitat office.
704-296-9414
