Forest Green Branch Library to host Dallas home repair assistance event

Volunteers of America Texas (VOA Texas) will host an informational session about its Home Improvement & Preservation Program on Thursday, Sept. 10, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Forest Green Branch Library.

The program, called the Major Systems Repair Program (MSRP), provides qualified low- and moderate-income homeowners with assistance through a forgivable loan of up to $24,000 for necessary home repairs.

Eligible repairs include:

* Major systems: HVAC, electrical and plumbing repairs or replacements

* Accessibility repairs

* Roofing

To qualify, residents must own and live in a home located in the City of Dallas, have homeowners insurance and be current on their mortgage and property taxes. Household income must be below 80% of the area median income (AMI), and applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Applications will be accepted from Oct. 5 through Oct. 16. No applications can be submitted before Oct. 5.

Residents can apply directly through VOA Texas by submitting the required documents through one of the following methods:

1. In person: VOA Texas, 3560 W. Camp Wisdom Road, Suite 200, Dallas, TX 75237

2. By email: hipp@voatx.org

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