LCHRTF Housing Rehabilitation Program, Pilot Phase

The Lake County Regional Housing Trust Fund (LCRHTF) is issuing a pilot‑phase Housing Rehabilitation grant program to assist low‑to‑moderate‑income homeowners in Lake County, CA, with health‑ and safety‑related repairs. Up to $750,000 in total funding is available, with a maximum of $50,000 per household for repairs such as roofing, exterior painting, plumbing, electrical, heating, lead‑paint mitigation, and accessibility upgrades. The program is referral‑only; code‑enforcement officers must refer eligible properties. Homeowners have 60 days to submit a complete application after referral. Contractors must be California‑licensed, bonded, and carry $1 M in liability insurance. The bid process includes a walk‑through, competitive bidding, and a pre‑construction conference. Final payment is made within 30 days of a recorded Notice of Completion. The award will be made to the top‑ranked qualified firm(s) after grant review. • Eligible area: Cities of Lakeport, Clearlake and unincorporated Lake County, CA • Target homeowners: ≤ 80 % of County AMI, owner‑occupied single‑family homes • Maximum grant per home: $50,000 (or actual repair cost, whichever is less) • Funding source: LCRHTF (up to $750,000 total for the pilot) • Contractor requirements: CA Contractor’s License, $1 M liability, workers’ comp, not on debarred list • Timeline: Publication 9/14/2026 → Application deadline 10/22/2026 → Grant award after review (date not specified) • Project scope: Code‑violation remediation, health‑safety upgrades, lead‑paint/ asbestos mitigation, ADA modifications • Payment: Final payment within 30 days of recorded Notice of Completion