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This article outlines the USDA Rural Development Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants program (also known as the Section 504 Home Repair program), which provides financial assistance to eligible very-low-income rural homeowners for repairing, improving, or modernizing their homes — including private well and septic system repairs — or removing health and safety hazards.

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Key Features

• Loans: Up to $40,000 at a fixed 1% interest rate over 20 years. Available to very-low-income homeowners who cannot obtain affordable credit elsewhere.
• Grants: Up to $10,000 (or $15,000 in presidentially declared disaster areas) for homeowners aged 62 and older. These are generally non-repayable but may need to be repaid if the home is sold within 3 years.
• Combined Assistance: Loans and grants can be used together for a total of up to $50,000.

Eligibility Requirements

• Own and occupy the home as your primary residence.
• Household income at or below the very-low-income limit for your area (varies by location and household size).
• Live in an eligible rural area (check via USDA tools).
• Unable to obtain credit from other sources.
• For grants: Must be 62 years of age or older.

The program is administered under the Housing Act of 1949. Details, income limits, and applications are handled through local USDA Rural Development offices. For the most current information, visit the official program page: Single Family Housing Repair Loans & Grants. This resource is particularly useful for private well and septic system owners in rural areas seeking funding to address critical water and wastewater infrastructure issues.  Learn More about the Section 504 Grant / Loan Program.