Lead Hazard Control Program
The City of Rocky Mount/DEHC's Lead Hazard Control Program is one phase of the City/DEHC's Consolidated Plan. The purpose of the plan is to remove lead-based paint hazards that constitute an imminent threat in homes built prior to 1978 and to protect young children from lead poisoning. The City of Rocky Mount has an on-going commitment to provide decent, safe and affordable housing for its low/moderate income residents.
The main function of the City/DEHC's Lead Hazard Control Program is to provide community awareness/education about the dangers of lead-based paint, and provide free testing and lead hazard reduction for income eligible residents. The program is designed to assist low/moderate income families to reduce the lead hazards in their homes, making them safer for children.
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Housing Rehabilitation
The Homeowner Housing Rehabilitation Program is designed to help maintain decent, safe and affordable housing for low/moderate income families in the twin county area. The program helps homeowners, who are financially unable to make the necessary repairs, bring their homes into compliance with the HUD Quality Standards and North Carolina Housing Finance Agency (NCHFA) energy standards. The DEHC's Homeowner Rehab Program meets the low/mod National Objective for housing.
Through the City of Rocky Mount's Housing Rehabilitation a program homeowners can qualify for a low interest loan up to $30,000.00. This program is designed to help low-income homeowners make needed repairs.
Urgent Repair Program - CLOSED
Rental Rehabilitation Program - CLOSED
Energy Efficiency Grant Program - CLOSED
E-mail your questions or comments to communitydevelopment@rockymountnc.gov