Minor and Emergency Home Repair Programs
Summary
Council allocated a total of $800,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant funds to support minor and emergency home repair programs operated by the Community Action Committee and Neighborhood Housing Inc. These funds help vulnerable homeowners make vital health and safety improvements.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Jul 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
$800,000 in CDBG funding divided between two partner organizations.
Low-income homeowners requiring critical health, safety, and accessibility home repairs.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Affordable Housing in Knoxville
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City Council (Regular) - Jul 21, 2026
Council allocated a total of $800,000 in federal Community Development Block Grant funds to support minor and emergency home repair programs operated by the Community Action Committee and Neighborhood Housing Inc. These funds help vulnerable homeowners make vital health and safety improvements.
City Council (Work) - Apr 23, 2026
Council discussed expanding the city's homemakers program to handle multi-unit residential developments on blighted properties rather than just single-family homes. This evolution aims to address modern housing needs and tackle neighborhood blight more effectively.
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