HOME IMPROVEMENT & PRESERVATION PROGRAM (HIPP)

       

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About HIPP:


The Department of Housing & Neighborhood Revitalization strengthens families and neighborhoods to cultivate a diverse and economically inclusive City by creating and preserving safe, affordable housing and mitigating community member displacement.

HIPP offers two programs: Major Home Rehabilitation and Home Reconstruction. For complete program information please download the program information in English or in Spanish.


  • Major Home Rehabilitation Program: The level of assistance for the Major Home Rehabilitation Program is limited to the amount required to address the rehabilitation work scope as defined by the city. This involves a zero-interest forgivable loan to the homeowner that won't exceed the maximum allowable funding level of $73,170.  
  • Home Reconstruction Program: Home Reconstruction Program provides the homeowner with a new home on their current property and assistance is provided in the form of a loan. The homeowner must certify annually the home is not for sale and is their primary residence until the loan is repaid to the city in full. This program is by referral only by city staff. 

Application availability and acceptance is now closed for 2022-2023. At this time the application period will be postponed until this fall. More details to come. 


Eligibility Requirements:

For information on Eligibility Requirements please download the program information in English or in Spanish.  

  • The homeowner must have clear title to the property and have owned the home for at least six (6) months before applying. 
  • The property must be the homeowner’s primary residence.
  • The homeowner must not be delinquent in the payment of property taxes or must have an active, non-delinquent payment plan with the county tax office, and may not have any liens on the property, except those associated with a first mortgage.
  • The home must be located within city limits of Dallas, Texas.
  • The homeowner must demonstrate they can obtain standard property insurance satisfactory to the City and will maintain it for the term of the loan.
  • Priority for all programs will be given to homeowners who have never participated in a City home repair program. Homes that have been reconstructed by the City will not be eligible for further assistance.

Download our FAQ in English: HERE or in Spanish: HERE
Download the Program Information in English: HERE or in Spanish: HERE



Required Supporting Information:

Homeowner must supply:

  • Application form fully filled-out and signed by Applicant & Co-Applicant
  • Copy of current mortgage statement
  • Copy of DEED
  • Homeowner Insurance; Please attach the Declaration Page
    • If you do not have homeowner insurance, you will need to have it in place if qualified


All household members must supply:

  • Copy of non-expired government issued ID
    • Driver's License, State Identification Card or Passport for everyone 18+
  • Copy of Birth Certificate (for minors only)
  • Copy of Social Security card
    • Or the letter issued showing you have applied for your Social Security card or an ID that has your SSN on it
  • Copy of (1) month current checking/savings bank statements
    • ALL pages included for each account, with non-redacted information


Income Supporting information: (Submit all that apply)

  • Copy of (1) month of most recent paycheck stubs
    • (Monthly) One pay stub (Bi-weekly/Semi Monthly) 2 paystubs (Weekly) 4 pay stubs
  • Copy of most recent (2) two years of federal tax returns
    • Signed; for SELF-EMPLOYED ONLY
  • Copy of current pension letter/annuity letter
    • Must have current calendar year listed
  • Copy of Social Security/Supplemental Security/Disability Award Letter
    • For current calendar year
  • Copy of Unemployment Statement of Wages & Potential Benefit from TWC
    • For current calendar year
  • Court ordered child support statement


Additional Supporting Items:

  • Copy of divorce decree (if applicable)
    • ALL pages included
  • Copy of death certificate (if applicable)
  • Affidavit of Heirship or Probated Will (if applicable)
  • Approved Payment Plan Agreement with Taxing Authority (if applicable)
  • Copy of school registration
    • For children attending college & who reside in the home when not at school


HIPP@dallascityhall.com     |     214-670-3644     |     www.dallascityhall.com/HIPP