Home Rehabilitation Grant Program

The Home Rehabilitation Grant Program provides eligible Moreno Valley homeowners with grant funding of up to $15,000 to complete approved curb-facing exterior home improvement projects that improve safety, appearance, and neighborhood quality.

No. This is a grant—not a loan. As long as all program requirements are met, including the owner-occupancy requirement, repayment is not required after 3 years of residency.

Eligible homeowners may receive up to $15,000, subject to available funding and program approval.

Funding is limited, and all applications are evaluated through a competitive, established scoring process. Subject to available funding, the City anticipates awarding grants to four recipients during each annual funding cycle, with one recipient selected from each City Council District

Applicants must:

• Own and occupy the home as their primary residence.
• Have lived in the home for at least one year.
• Be current on property taxes.
• Meet household income requirements.
• Own a single-family home located within Moreno Valley

Your household income must be at or below 80% of the Riverside County Area Median Income (AMI). Income limits vary based on household size.

No. Only owner-occupied homes are eligible.

Applicants must have owned and occupied the home for at least one year before applying.

Yes. However, if your project requires HOA approval, you must obtain that approval before submitting your application.

No. The program is limited to single-family residential homes.

Examples include:

• Exterior painting
• Stucco repair
• Roof repairs
• Window replacement
• Door replacement
• Fence replacement or repair
• Front façade improvements/repairs
• Tract wall improvements
• Front yard landscaping
• Drought-tolerant landscaping
• Irrigation improvements
• Entryway enhancements
• Minor structural repairs to front exterior of home

No. Landscaping improvements must be completed together with an approved exterior home improvement project.

No. This program focuses on improving the curb-facing exterior appearance and condition of homes.

Applications are accepted during designated application periods while funding is available.

Examples include:

• Proof of ownership
• Proof of occupancy
• Property tax information
• Income verification
• Homeowner's insurance
• Mortgage documentation (if applicable)

Additional documentation may be requested.

No. Projects must receive City approval before any work begins. Work completed before approval is not eligible for reimbursement.

Applications are evaluated using a scoring system that considers:

• Property condition
• Neighborhood impact
• Project readiness
• Visibility of improvements
• Scope of work

Projects that create greater neighborhood benefit generally receive higher scores.

The City may require applicants to use contractors from a pre-approved contractor list to ensure licensing, insurance, and quality standards are met.

No. Grant funds are paid directly to the approved contractor or vendor after the work has been completed and verified.

No.

Yes. Recipients must continue to occupy the home as their primary residence for three years after grant payment.

A portion of the grant may need to be repaid according to the program's forgiveness schedule.

• Less than 1 year: 100% repayment
• More than 1 year but less than 2 years: 66% repayment
• More than 2 years but less than 3 years: 33% repayment
• Three years or more: No repayment required

Yes. To protect public funds, participants will sign a Funding Agreement and a recordable security instrument that documents the owner-occupancy requirement.

The City cannot provide tax advice. Homeowners should consult a tax professional regarding any tax-related questions.

The City cannot provide guidance on your homeowners' insurance policy. You should notify your insurance carrier of any significant improvements completed to your property.

Required permits must be obtained before work begins. Failure to secure required permits may result in the project becoming ineligible.

Generally, no. Homes that have already received assistance are not expected to receive additional funding under future program cycles unless otherwise authorized by the City.

No. Submitting an application does not guarantee approval. Funding is limited, and applications are evaluated based on eligibility, project readiness, available funding, and program scoring.

The maximum grant award is $15,000. If the total cost of your approved project exceeds the grant amount, you will be responsible for paying any remaining balance. The City's financial responsibility is limited to the approved grant award.

Yes. Homeowners may contribute their own funds to complete additional eligible or desired improvements beyond the grant amount. However, only the improvements approved by the City as part of the grant application will be eligible for grant funding. Any additional work is the sole financial responsibility of the homeowner.

No. To ensure work is completed safely and in accordance with applicable building codes and program requirements, grant-funded work must be performed by qualified contractors approved through the program. Grant funds will not be paid for homeowner labor.

Yes. If your application is approved, you will be responsible for obtaining at least three (3) written bids from contractors who are appropriately licensed, bonded, insured, and qualified to perform the proposed work. Obtaining multiple bids helps ensure competitive pricing and allows the City to verify that project costs are reasonable.

Subject to City approval, homeowners may solicit bids from reputable contractors who are properly licensed, bonded, and insured to perform the work. All contractors must meet applicable City program requirements and may be subject to City review and approval before work begins. The City reserves the right to reject contractors or bids that do not meet program standards or licensing requirements.