LOCAL CONTRACTORS WANTED

Carpentry

Painting

Tile Work

Floor Repair

Carpet Installation

Security Systems

Handy Work

Plumbing

Electrical Work

Woodwork

TO QUALIFY YOUR BUSINESS MUST FULFILL ONE OF THE FOLLOWING

  1. The business is located in the Austin Community Area, OR

  2. The owner has resided in the Austin Community Area for at least 12 months, OR

  3. The business has demonstrated a long-term commitment to the Austin Community Area.

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT:

Oak Park Regional Housing Center 1041 South Blvd, Oak Park, IL 60302

www.oprhc.org/austinascending

OWNERS WANTED

2-4 Unit Buildings

Grants Available Up To $4,000 Per Unit

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

  • The Recipient must match the grant with an additional investment equal to or exceeding one-quarter of the grant amount requested.

  • A pre-inspection by OPRHC staff to assess and approve the proposed scope of work is required.

  • A post-inspection by OPRHC to assess and approve the completed work is required.

  • Participating owners must list their improved units for the next 24 months with the Housing Center.

  • Participating owners must participate in a management seminar with OPRHC.

  • Participating owners must use approved contractors in this program.

APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE AT:

ABC Bank, 5645 W. Lake Street, Chicago, IL 60644

Oak Park Regional Housing Center 1041 South Blvd, Oak Park, IL 60302

www.oprhc.org/austinascending

For questions and more information about the program, please visit: www.oprhc.org/austinascending or contact Program Director, Jessica Hartshorn at 708-848-7150 ext. 114