City of rio del humboldt county california.

We can help you affordably repair your home.

Habitat for Humanity is Helping Rebuild Homes and Lives in Rio Dell. 

In response to the earthquakes in Humboldt County, Habitat for Humanity has partnered with the County of Humboldt and the City of Rio Dell to provide disaster relief to displaced families. In addition to our mission to end homelessness and substandard housing in a fiscally and socially responsible manner, we put God’s love into action when disaster strikes our neighboring communities. 

We build Hope and Community. Through Housing, we Empower. 

Contact Us: 
yubasutterhabitat.org/disaster-response
(530) 742-2727 ext 2014
familyservices@yubasutterhabitat.org

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Income range requirements

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Requirements and General Information

  • Low-income renters must contact disaster case management services at (707) 382-5890 to engage with caseworkers. 
  • Renters that apply must have been living in the dwelling at the time of the earthquake that requires repair to maintain or regain occupancy. 
  • If the applicant is renting or subleasing they will need to provide landlord information to Habitat for Humanity staff to obtain their approval for the cost of the scope of work, as well as Deed of Trust and Promissory Note. Applicants may be contacted to attend a Family Services Program Orientation to understand the program and how to prepare your documentation. 
  • Work is limited to the scope needed to create a livable spce and meet requirements for occupancy. 
  • Grant funding creates a due and payable contract that may be forgiven if the terms and conditions are met. 

Renters/Low-income Homeowners Contact 

Arcata House Partnership/Eel River Valley Recovery Group
(707) 382-5890
humboldtrecovery.org

Rental Property Owners Contact
familyservices@yubasutterhabitat.org

(530)742-2727 ext 2014
yubasutterhabitat.org/disaster-response

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• Must be a resident of Humboldt County
• Must have lived in the home to be repaired prior to the earthquakes
• Must qualify based on income guidelines

  • If you are a displaced low income renter or low income owner occupant, please contact our partner agency to establish disaster case management services.
    Arcata House Partnership/Eel River
    Valley Recovery Group
    (707) 382-5890
    9th Street, Arcata, CA 95521
    humboldtrecovery.org
  • If you are a rental property owner seeking repairs, please contact Habitat for Humanity Family Services
    (530) 742-2727 ext 2013
    familyservices@yubasutterhabitat.org
    In order to be approved for work on investment properties, you must agree to provide the unit as affordable housing and work with us to place individuals in advance of completed work
  • Photo ID
  • Copy of your lease/rental agreement
  • Last year's tax filing signed affidavit
  • Applicant names and addresses mustmatch submitted documents
  • Proof of residence prior to the earthquake

Pre-Application for Repair

Low-income renters and homeowners will work with their disaster managers to submit the following pre-application, and for the duration of the application process. Rental property owners may submit to familyservices@yubasutterhabitat.org. If you meet the income and credit guidelines, you will be invited to a meeting to learn more and fill out a full-length application.
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