Lambton Renovates
The Lambton Renovates program offers financial assistance to eligible households in two ways:
- One-time assistance in the form of a 10-year forgivable loan, secured by registration on title, for home repairs to a maximum of $20,000 per household.
- One-time assistance in the form of a grant, which does not require repayment, for accessibility improvements to a maximum of $5,000 per household.
Who can apply?
The combined total annual gross household income from every member of the household cannot be higher than the following income limits:
- 1 person household - $59,400
- 2 person household - $69,300
- 3 person household - $79,200
- 4 person household - $89,100
- 5 person household - $99,000
Households must also meet the following sample criteria:
- Total household income and assets complies with the income and asset criteria as listed in the Information Sheet.
- Own of a home in Lambton County that is your sole and principal residence with a maximum market value of $325,000.
- All property taxes and mortgage payments must be up to date and insurance coverage in place for the full value of the home.
- Your home must be in need of repair, energy and/or accessibility upgrades.
For a complete list of eligibility criteria and further details, please see the Lambton Renovates Information Sheet below:
What types of repairs can be done?
Eligible repairs under the Lambton Renovates program may include major repairs and rehabilitation required to make your home safe while improving energy efficiency. Examples include, but are not limited to:
- Heating systems
- Foundations
- Roofs, vents, louvers
- Electrical systems
- Plumbing, toilet replacement, water heaters
- Septic systems and well water, well drilling
Modifications to increase accessibility related to housing and the occupant's disability include, but are not limited to:
- Ramps
- Handrails
- Chair and bath lifts
- Bathroom renovations
How to apply
You can apply online or by downloading a fillable PDF through the links below.
Lambton Renovates Application Form - EN
Formulaire de demande de Lambton Renovates - FRApplications and additional information are also available by contacting County of Lambton, Housing Services Department during regular business hours Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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