The Decatur ReHAB program was conceived as a committee of the Decatur Land Trust in 2021, to preserve affordable homes for low-income residents.
Informed by the Community Development Assistance Program of the Atlanta Regional Commission and inspired by the success of the City of Decatur’s annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Service Project, the Decatur Home ReHAB program seeks to retain Decatur’s legacy residents and preserve smaller, older homes by addressing deferred home maintenance that many current residents are not able to afford.
In past years, Decatur’s neighborhoods have seen a rise in median household income, a changing landscape due to demolitions, and increased pressure for residents of smaller, older homes to sell. By assisting with home maintenance and rehabilitation, Decatur hopes to alleviate pressures on these often long-term, older residents due to rising property values, gentrification, and market pressures.
The Decatur Home Rehabilitation Program focuses primarily on legacy residents on fixed incomes, as well as low-income homeowners. Repairs and rehabilitation assists these homeowners in maintaining safe, accessible homes using public subsidy and grant funding, donations, and low interest loans to hire local skilled technicians to make needed repairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Eligible homeowners who live in the City of Decatur can apply for assistance in completing home repairs and deferred home maintenance. Proof of income to ensure eligibility is required.
If approved, the type of financing will be determined. Approvals are contingent upon the amount of funds available (at the time of submission for approval). Upon approval, a final agreement will be signed detailing work requested, funding details, and any repayment schedules.
Qualified contractor(s) submit pricing for the repair(s). Upon approval, selected contractor(s) will apply for permitting as required by the City of Decatur, perform the repair as detailed in the final agreement and to meet construction standards as required by the City of Decatur, and submit to a final inspection.
ReHAB welcomes seniors, veterans, or those with disabilities who have participated in the MLK Service project and are residents of the City of Decatur, zip code 30030, with an address inside the city boundaries.
We currently accept referrals from Decatur’s MLK Service Project. Apply to them by emailing info@mlkserviceproject.com or calling 678-553-6548.