The Weatherization Assistance Program provides free weatherization services to qualified Washtenaw County residents. The program is implemented through Washtenaw County in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) & is designed to help residents lower their utility bills. We perform a free energy audit and based on the results of that audit, we provide eligible repairs on the home for free.
Homeowners and renters that meet the eligibility requirements are welcome to apply.
Free home improvements may include:
Insulation in the attic, walls and crawl spaces
Furnace and water heater inspections and repairs
Caulking around drafty windows and doors
Inspections and replacements for inefficient refrigerators
Weather-stripping around doors and attic accesses
Manufactured Home Rehabilitation Program:
This program offers a grant to repair manufactured homes or water heaters. Eligibility for other needed renovations are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
The Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program:
Can assist homeowners in many areas of Washtenaw County with needed home repairs. The Housing Rehabilitation Program can provide home improvements to owner-occupied homes throughout Urban County jurisdictions for families earning 80% or less of the area median income. Through this program, eligible work is assigned to an OCED-approved, licensed contractor. There is no immediate cost to the homeowner for these repairs, but the cost of the project will result in a 0% interest lien that will run with the property until the house is sold. There are no payments required until the time of sale or change in ownership. This property lien is gradually forgiven over a 30-year period following the completion of the rehabilitation work. If the owner resides in the property for the full 30-year period, the lien will be completely forgiven and no payment will be required.
Due to high demand for the program, there is a long waiting list for services, approximately 6-12 months
NOTE: At this time the Single Family Housing Rehabilitation Program waiting list is closed. We are not accepting new applications for the Single Family Housing Rehabilitation Program at this time. You should still call us if you are experiencing an emergency situation with your furnace, water heater or sewer line.