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Grants of up to $4,500 are available for landlords in McKeesport who want to update their rental properties for tenants who are living with a disability.
These grants could be used for projects such as a wheelchair ramp, accessible toilet or shower, handrails and grab bars, and other "small but useful" modifications, says Angelia Christina, the city's fair housing officer.
The grants, provided by Allegheny County's Affordable Housing Trust Fund, are being administered by the non-profit McKeesport Housing Corp.
"Both a landlord and a tenant have to complete the application," Christina says. Landlords have to provide proof of insurance, and must be up-to-date on all taxes and municipal service fees. Tenants will have to show proof of income, and some restrictions apply.
Up to 10 grants will be made. The deadline for applications is June.
Because the amount of work being done is less than $5,000, landlords will not be required to perform lead-paint abatement, although certified lead-safe contractors will perform the work, Christina says.
Work will be awarded to contractors who submit the lowest responsible bid.
For additional information or to apply, call McKeesport Housing Corp. at (412) 664-7003.
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