Emergency Rehabilitation Program

Notice Regarding Program Pause
The Emergency Rehabilitation Program is currently on hold and not accepting new applications at this time.

We understand how important this program is to our community and remain committed to keeping you informed. Updates will be shared as soon as more information becomes available. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

Applicants who have already been approved will be contacted directly with updates regarding their application status and any next steps.

If you are interested in being considered for future participation, we encourage you to complete the interest form located at the bottom of this page. Submitting the form ensures you will be contacted when the program resumes.

For further assistance or inquiries, please contact Martin Cordova by telephone at (480) 644-3020 or by email at martin.cordova@mesaaz.gov.

The Emergency Rehabilitation Program provides assistance through a grant offered through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to address household repairs that affect the immediate livability of the home. Repairs are limited, and assistance is based on the priority of emergency. The current maximum grant is $20,000 per household per year.

The level of assistance is limited solely to the amount required to address the specific emergency. Emergency Repairs are limited to those issues that affect the habitability of the home, including but not limited to:

  • AC/Heater Repair/Replacement
  • Roof Repair/Replacement
  • Water Heater Replacement
  • Severe Electrical Issue
  • Severe Plumbing Issue
  • Accommodations to Address Accessibility Issues for elderly and disabled 

Program Guidelines

The Emergency Rehabilitation Program operates with federal funding, and eligibility is determined primarily based on income criteria. For additional information on eligibility requirements and the application process, please review program guidelines(PDF, 302KB).

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, homeowners must meet certain criteria, including, but not limited to:

  • Have a qualifying emergency repair
  • Have owned and lived in their Mesa home for a minimum of 12 months prior to applying
  • Cannot use their home as a rental property, in whole or in part
  • Be up to date on property taxes and utilities

Income Eligibility

The following table shows the current HUD maximum gross household income based on household size to be income eligible:

Household Size & Maximum Income

  • 1 - $62,850
  • 2 - $71,800
  • 3 - $80,800
  • 4 - $89,750
  • 5 - $96,950
  • 6 - $104,150
  • 7 - $111,300
  • 8 - $118,500

Program Interest Form

Click here to view form.