Renew NC, North Carolina’s housing recovery initiative, has extended the application deadline for western North Carolina homeowners seeking assistance through the Single-Family Housing Program (SFHP) to January 31. This extension grants homeowners an additional month to apply for help with repairing, reconstructing, or replacing homes affected by Hurricane Helene. North Carolina’s federally funded housing program began operations more quickly than any other state impacted by Helene, according to state officials. The extension aims to ease stress during the holiday season and provide more time for homeowners to submit their applications.
Since its launch in June, the SFHP has received over 6,500 applications, with repair and reconstruction projects starting in the fall. Completed projects have been reported in Buncombe, Henderson, McDowell, and Polk counties, while ongoing construction is progressing in multiple other counties. The program, administered by the N.C. Department of Commerce’s Division of Community Revitalization, prioritizes low- to moderate-income families, especially those with seniors, children, or disabled members.
The SFHP covers 28 western NC counties and one ZIP code, providing aid even to homeowners who have previously received assistance from FEMA or insurance. In-person assistance is available at Renew NC intake centers in Asheville, Boone, and Marion, and additional locations throughout the region. Homeowners can access further information and determine eligibility by visiting RenewNC.org, calling the provided contact number, or using the Renew NC app available on major app stores.
Funded by a Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Renew NC has allocated $807 million of its $1.4 billion budget towards the SFHP. After the application deadline, the program will concentrate on reviewing applications, assessing budget needs, and advancing applicants through the necessary phases efficiently. More details about Renew NC can be found on the Division of Community Revitalization’s website.
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