Emergency Repairs
The Division of Development Services provides emergency repairs for eligible low
income families throughout Polk County. Families with incomes equal to or below
150% of poverty may call Community and Family Services to apply for assistance (286-3385).
If they are income eligible and their property is assessed for less than $80,000,
they can receive a lifetime maximum repair benefit of $80,000, or 10% of the assessed
value of their home, whichever is less.
Eligible families are referred to Development Services for the actual repair work.
Development Services will visit the home and make a determination of the repair
need, secure contractor bids for the work, and ensure the work is satisfactorily
completed. Families may apply for emergency assistance more than once, until the
maximum limit has been reached.