Housing Repair Programs
SCA provides programs that assists homeowners with the repair and/or rehabilitation to accommodate to their specific needs.
All of these programs comply with Equal Housing Opportunity guidelines, as well as federal and state standards.
Asthma/COPD Remediation Home Repair Program
The Asthma/COPD Remediation Home Repair Program is designed to help Schuylkill County homeowners create a safer, healthier living environment by reducing asthma and COPD triggers in the home.
This program provides free cleaning supplies, home rehabilitation services, and critical repairs to improve indoor air quality and overall home safety.
Program Benefits
- Home Rehabilitation: Modifications and repairs to eliminate common asthma/COPD triggers such as mold, dust, poor ventilation, and other environmental hazards.
- Major System Repairs: Funding available up to $25,000 for necessary repairs, including but not limited to:
- HVAC improvements (ensuring proper ventilation and air filtration)
- Plumbing and electrical repairs
- Structural safety fixes (roofing, flooring, etc.)
- Code and safety compliance updates
- Lead-based paint and radon mitigation
By addressing both environmental hazards and critical home repair needs, this program ensures a safer, healthier home for individuals managing asthma or COPD.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Have a documented asthma or COPD diagnosis (medical documentation required)
- Own and reside in the home needing repairs
- Maintain active homeowners insurance
- Be current on property taxes and utility payments
- Meet income guidelines (household income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI))
- Reside anywhere in Schuylkill County
- No age restrictions!
Minersville Borough & Wayne Township Housing Rehabilitation Programs
The Minersville Borough and Wayne Township Housing Rehabilitation Programs are designed to help lower-income homeowners in Minersville Borough and Wayne Township make safe and healthy repairs to their homes.
These programs provide zero-percent forgivable loans to address health and safety issues, code violations, lead-based paint hazards, energy efficiency improvements, accessibility modifications, and radon gas.
Examples of Repairs That May Be Addressed
- Roof Repair/Replacement
- Heating Systems
- Electrical Repairs/Upgrades
- Window & Door Replacement
- Porch Repairs
- Plumbing Issues
- Tub-to-Shower Conversions
How Assistance Works
- Zero-Percent Forgivable Loan — no interest charged
- No Monthly Payments
- Forgiven Over 5 Years (if ownership is maintained)
- Secondary Lien Secured
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a lower-income Minersville Borough or Wayne Township homeowner
- Own and occupy the home as their primary residence
- Be current on property taxes and homeowners insurance
- Meet HUD income guidelines (see 2025 income limits below)
2025 Income Limits (Based on Household Size)
| Family Size | Yearly |
|---|---|
| 1 | $48,100 |
| 2 | 54,950 |
| 3 | 61,800 |
| 4 | 68,650 |
| 5 | 74,150 |
| 6 | 79,650 |
| 7 | 85,150 |
| 8 | 90,650 |
| +1 | $5,550 |
Program Flyers
These programs are funded by HUD and PA DCED CDBG Program in cooperation with Minersville Borough, Wayne Township, and the County of Schuylkill.
SCA is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.
We are firmly committed to the provision of assistance regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, military status, sexual orientation, or marital/family status.
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