Critical Repair
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newark
Our Critical Repair Program was established in 2012 as a response to the tremendous damage caused by Hurricane Sandy. This program aims to assist low to moderate-income seniors and veterans throughout Essex, Hudson and Union counties by providing critical repairs, weatherization and home preservation services to create and maintain healthy, comfortable and safe homes.
The three main criteria for qualifying for critical repairs assistance is comprised of the following – demonstrating the need, demonstrating responsible homeownership and willingness to partner with Habitat for Humanity. Demonstrating the need consists of providing proof of critical home repairs needed that are endangering the health and safety of the household residents; no renovations or cosmetic repairs will be approved. Responsible homeownership refers to the requirement for all applicants to submit an application complete with required documentation, of homeowner income information and expenses paid on a timely basis, for Habitat to determine if they are income eligible with a maximum of 80% AMI. Willingness to partner is defined as an applicant’s acceptance to provide all information needed to complete an application, consistent communication throughout the process and cooperation with Habitat to promote the program to assist more families.
- Review criteria for the Critical Repair and Healthy Homes Initiative in the City of Elizabeth.
- Review criteria for the Critical Repair and Healthy Homes Initiative in Essex, Hudson or Union Counties.
Lead Paint Abatement & Remediation For Newark Residents
If you own a 1 to 4 unit, structurally sound residential home built before 1978, you may qualify for renovation, repair, and/or removal of lead paint hazards in your home.
A lead inspection/risk assessment of your home will determine the presence of lead hazards in your home and determine whether your home is a candidate for lead hazard remediation or abatement.
PSE&G Customers
- Call the Comfort Partners program toll-free number: 888-773-8326
- Visit the Comfort Partners website.
Protect Yourself And Your Loved Ones From Fire
This program provides and installs free smoke alarms for homeowners in Essex, Hudson, and Union counties as well as in apartment buildings with no more than 4 units. Interested individuals should call 973-624-3330 ext. 103 or email gbernal@habitatnewark.org to make an appointment. This free service is courtesy of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Newark’s partnership with the American Red Cross and the Home Fire Campaign.
