MRC L'Islet — RÉNORÉGION and home adaptation programs (PAD)
QC, Canada
Financial aid for rural low-income homeowners' essential renovations
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- MRC de L'Islet
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The RénoRégion program provides financial assistance of up to $25,000 to low or modest-income homeowners living in rural areas, to address major home defects such as roofing, exterior siding, and plumbing. Eligible renovations must correct at least one significant deficiency confirmed by an accredited inspector and be performed by a licensed contractor.
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Both the RÉNORÉGION and PAD programs offer financial aid to assist individuals with necessary residential modifications. The funding is designed to address key structural repairs and adaptive changes based on financial constraints and individual needs.
- The RénoRégion program provides subsidies covering 20% to 95% of the cost of eligible repair work, with maximum amounts of $20,000 or $25,000, depending on household income.
- For the PAD program, grant funds can reach up to $12,000 per eligible person, with potential additional assistance for specialized equipment based on household income.
- Funding for the RénoRégion program is based on the lower of two cost estimates provided by a program inspector or a contractor’s submission.
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The MRC L'Islet - RénoRégion and PAD programs are designed to provide financial assistance for home renovations and adaptations. The programs focus on addressing major defects and facilitating accessibility for individuals with disabilities.
- Roof repair or replacement.
- Exterior siding repair or replacement.
- Replacement of doors and windows.
- Repair or replacement of galleries and balconies.
- Foundation repair.
- Structural repairs.
- Installation or repair of drainage systems.
- Electrical system repairs.
- Plumbing repairs and upgrades.
- Heating system repairs or upgrades.
- Chimney repairs.
- Installation of septic systems.
- Adaptation of access to the exterior for individuals with disabilities.
- Bathroom adaptations for accessibility.
- Kitchen adaptations for accessibility.
- Bedroom adaptations for accessibility.
- Installation of a platform lift.
- Installation of a ceiling track lift system.
- Other modifications to improve mobility within the home for persons with disabilities.
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Eligibility for the RénoRégion program is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant and the property.
- The property must be a single-family home with an assessed value of less than $150,000 as per the tax notice.
- The work must be performed by a contractor holding a license from the Régie du bâtiment.
- The cost of the work must exceed $3,500.
- The applicant must not have received funding from the RénoVillage program in the last 10 years.
- The applicant must not have received funding from the Emergency Repairs Program (PRU) in the last 5 years.
- Gross income requirements are as follows:
- Less than $46,500 for 1 occupant or a couple.
- Less than $51,500 for 2 or 3 occupants (except couples).
- Less than $57,500 for 4 or 5 occupants.
- Less than $67,000 for 6 or more occupants.
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The RénoRégion program is specifically designed for homeowner-occupants with low or modest income residing in rural areas who need to undertake essential repair work on their homes. These homes must exhibit one or more major defects that meet the program's criteria. The following criteria determine who is eligible to apply:
- The house must be a single-family home with a unified value of less than CAD 150,000 according to tax assessments.
- The renovation work must be carried out by a contractor licensed by the Régie du bâtiment du Québec.
- The cost of the renovation work must exceed CAD 3,500.
- Applicants must not have benefited from the RénoVillage program in the past 10 years or the Emergency Repair Program (PRU) in the previous 5 years.
- The gross income of the household occupying the house must be below specific thresholds, depending on the number of occupants:
- CAD 46,500 for 1 occupant or a couple
- CAD 51,500 for 2 or 3 occupants (except a couple)
- CAD 57,500 for 4 or 5 occupants
- CAD 67,000 for 6 occupants or more.The grant amount is determined by a percentage based on the household's gross income, covering between 20% and 95% of the estimated renovation cost, with a cap of CAD 20,000 or CAD 25,000 depending on household income. Furthermore, eligible works must address correcting significant defects in areas such as roofing, external cladding, doors and windows, gallery, foundations, structure, drainage, electrical, plumbing, heating, chimney, well drilling, or septic system installation.
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This grant application does not specify exclusions for specific types of companies or industries. Information provided focuses on the eligibility of individuals rather than businesses.
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The grant covers the cost of correcting major defects in specific elements of the residence.
- Roofing
- Exterior siding
- Doors and windows
- Galleries
- Foundations
- Structure
- Drainage
- Electricity
- Plumbing
- Heating
- Chimney
- Well drilling
- Septic installation work
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This grant is available to homeowners residing in specific rural municipalities within the MRC de L'Islet that meet certain criteria. The eligible areas are defined to support low to modest income families in addressing major residential deficiencies.
- Municipalities with less than 15,000 inhabitants.
- Municipalities located in the region of Gaspésie–Îles-de-la-Madeleine.
- Municipalities with 15,000 inhabitants or more, but not served by a water or sewage network.
- Excludes cities such as Gatineau, Laval and the agglomerations of Longueuil, Montreal, and Quebec.
- Excludes Nordic villages and Indigenous reserves.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for the RénoRégion program:
- Step 1: Check Eligibility
- Review the eligibility criteria to ensure your residence and income qualify for the program.
- Ensure your residence is an eligible type and located within a qualifying municipality or MRC.
- Step 2: Obtain Required Documentation
- Gather necessary documentation such as proof of income and municipal tax assessment.
- Contact an accredited inspector by the SHQ to assess your residence for major defects.
- Step 3: Complete Application Form
- Download and fill out the application form available on the MRC de L’Islet website.
- Ensure all sections are completed correctly and all requisite documents are included.
- Step 4: Submit Application
- Choose your method of submission: postal mail or email.
- For postal submission, address the envelope to RénoRégion, MRC de L’Islet, at the provided address.
- For email submission, send your completed form and documents to administration@mrclislet.com.
- Step 5: Await Confirmation and Further Steps
- After submission, await confirmation from the program administrators.
- Be prepared to coordinate further with an SHQ-accredited inspector if additional site visits are required.
Steps to submit an application for the PAD program are as follows:
- Step 1: Initial Contact with CLSC
- Contact the CLSC of Saint-Jean-Port-Joli or Saint-Pamphile to begin the process.
- Consult with an occupational therapist who will assess the adaptation needs.
- Step 2: Obtain Assessment
- The occupational therapist will conduct necessary assessments and determine eligible adaptations.
- Documentation will be processed through the CLSC for submission to the SHQ.
- Step 3: Application Submission
- The occupational therapist or CLSC will facilitate the submission of the application to the SHQ on your behalf.
- Ensure you provide any additional documents as requested.
- Step 4: Follow-Up
- Follow up with the CLSC or SHQ for updates on the application status.
- Be prepared to assist with any further inquiries or process steps requested.
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Here are additional relevant details for this grant:
- The grant requires that the value of the residence does not exceed $150,000 according to uniformized value, excluding the land.
- Beneficiaries of other specific programs such as RénoVillage or PRU in certain periods are not eligible.
- Grants can cover between 20% to 95% of the cost of eligible renovations based on low household income.
- Subsidies under the PAD program may be enhanced for specialized equipment, contingent upon household income.
- For the PAD program, the ergonomic assessment should be initiated via a local CLSC occupational therapist.
- PAD program aid for home adaptations may include installations like platform lifts or rail lifts for mobility assistance.
- For the RénoRégion program, an inspector accredited by the SHQ needs to confirm the presence of major defects during a home visit.
- The cost estimate for works should be validated, choosing the lesser between that of a program inspector or contractor.
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administration@mrclislet.com
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