We can help you
affordably repair
your home
Habitat for Humanity is Helping
Rebuild Homes and Lives in Rio Dell.
In response to the recent earthquakes the
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.
Want to help us rebuild in Humboldt?
Use our QR code to donate directly to
Disaster Response Recovery in
Humboldt County
Income range requirements
Please read other eligibility information inside brochure
Take the first step
Disaster
Response
Program Guide
The key to building your dream
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 space 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 213
yubasutterhabitat.org/disaster-response/
Do you qualify?
• 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
How to apply
- 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 213
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
Documents to prepare
- 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
See us online at yubasutterhabitat.org/disaster-response/
How to apply
- Renters and low-income homeowners must meet the income guidelines outlined in this brochure and engage with Disaster Case Management
- Rental property owners that exceed income guidelines must be willing to partner with Habitat for Humanity to provide affordable housing on any home repaired
- If approved, applicant(s) will assume a 0% interest loan (with conditions) based on repair cost
- All applicant(s) must be a United States citizen or legal permanent resident, must have lived in Rio Dell, Humboldt County, prior to the earthquakes
- Applicants must fully participate in the application process, work with caseworkers, attend any preparation classes, work with the sponsoring organization, participate in publicity,
and exhibit a willingness and ability to partner - All family members living in the home 18 years of age and older must agree to a consumer disclosure