NORWICH- Opportunities For Chenango Inc. would like to announce that there are still funds available through the NYS HOME Program and the NYS Affordable Housing Corporation to assist low to moderate income families throughout Chenango County with repairs and improvements to their homes. The program is specifically designed to improve the supply of affordable housing by addressing the health and safety needs of owner-occupied single family units.

Eligible homeowners could receive up to $20,500 in the form of a grant subsidy to address the following: remediation of non-potable water source or lack of access to clean water supply, installation and repair of septic systems, electrical upgrades, repair or replacement of a heating system, repair or replacement of a leaking or deteriorated roof, foundation repairs, plumbing repairs, repair or replace rotted steps/porches, accessibility modifications, lead hazard reduction.