Habitat for Humanity Remodeling Vacant Homes

I recently read that the Lee County Habitat for Humanity has transitioned temporarily from building new homes to rehabbing vacant homes left abandoned by homeowners. We have an abundance of these properties throughout Lee County. I thought I'd pass along the guidelines for the Habitat for Humanity program.

Here are the basic requirements to qualify for a Lee County Habitat for Humanity home:

1.  Applicants must have worked or lived in Lee County for a year.
2. You must be either a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident alien with your resident card.
3. You must be married, single or divorced. If you are separated Habitat will accept your application after either a reconciliation or divorce.
4. You must wait five years after a foreclosure or bankruptcy is finalized to apply.
5. Your total household income must be a minimum of $15,000.

For more information on this program contact Habitat for Humanity at www.habitat4humanity.org or call (239) 652-0434.