General H.I.P. Process
The process for applying to the Home Improvement Program is relatively straight forward, but questions may arise throughout the process. It may take time to procure certain documents, some documents may not apply to you specifically, and it may take time to bid out contractors for the work to start.
In any case, please feel free to reach out and communicate what questions or concerns you have with us!
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Call the LHDC to have us add your name to the H.I.P Waitlist
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When your name is reached on the waitlist, you will receive a phone call and a letter from us
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Once contacted, you will be granted a two-week window to obtain all required documents
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When you have gathered all documents outlined in the letter, call the LHDC to schedule an appointment with us to begin the application process
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Once all materials are submitted to the LHDC, we will review the application and call you to
a) grant an award letter
b) inform you of a denial letter or
c) request more information or documentation to make their determination.
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If awarded, schedule a time to finalize your application via signature and schedule a home inspection conducted by us
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The home inspection conducted by LHDC will determine the scope of work to be completed
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We will create a bid-package and provide the package to you, the homeowner, to approach contractor's with
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You must solicit bids from contractors, and the LHDC must receive three bids from you, the homeowner
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The homeowner and the LHDC select the winning contractor
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A contract is signed and work begins within 60 days of signing the contract
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The LHDC conducts a post-work inspection upon completion of the work
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The contractor is paid by the LHDC permitting the completion of the work is done to the satisfaction and fulfillment of the bid-package outlined in the contract
