Emergency Home Repair Program
Like anything, emergency home repairs are unforeseen and can be burdensome. NHS of Queens CDC, Inc. connects eligible homeowners, if accepted, with forgivable loan programs or other options to finance emergency home repairs. NHS of Queens CDC, Inc. is currently only offering one program for homeowners with 1 to 4-unit properties within the borough of Queens. Below is more information but feel free to contact our office if you have any questions.
Project HELP
Neighborhood Housing Services of Queens CDC, Inc. (NHS of Queens) administers the Home Emergency Loan Program (Project HELP) for Queens’ homeowners needing emergency repairs. These funds are made available by the New York City Council and managed by the NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development (HPD).
More information to apply in 2025 will be shared soon!
Eligibility Repairs
Eligible repairs are conditions that if not repaired can pose a danger to the health or safety of the property residents.
Some examples are:
Water mains.
Boilers.
Sewer lines.
Sidewalk violations.
Roofs.
Plumbing.
Electrical problems.
Ramp.
Other repairs may apply: Accessibility and/or “aging-in-place” accommodations are allowed.
How to begin
To begin the process, please complete the form below and obtain three estimates from licensed and insured contractors.