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HARP - Homeowner Assistance & Repair Program (Roof Edition)

WILKINSBURG COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

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Overview

HARP - Homeowner Assistance & Repair Program (Roof Edition)

Funder: Wilkinsburg Community Development Corporation (WCDC)

Geographic Scope: Wilkinsburg, PA homeowners only

Program Status: Third cycle currently active, focused on roof repairs and replacements

Focus Areas:

  • Roof repairs or replacements

  • Gutter repairs or replacements

  • Downspout repairs or replacements
  • Program Goals:

  • Stabilize housing stock for current and future generations

  • Prevent displacement and loss of homes

  • Support residents around vacant property, stabilization, and preservation needs
  • Funding Source: PA Housing Finance Agency (PHFA)

    Program History (since 2022):

  • Worked with dozens of residents to acquire vacant properties for rehab

  • Helped nearly 40 homeowners with stabilizing repairs

  • Partnered with local attorney (Kalmeyer & Kalmeyer) for free estate planning services and deed recording
  • Additional Services:

  • Free estate planning and will drafting through partnership with Kalmeyer & Kalmeyer

  • Assistance with vacant property acquisition for blighted properties

  • Property deed recording and planning services
  • Contact Information:

  • Email: evaine@wilkinsburgcdc.org (include "HARP" in subject line)

  • Phone: (412) 727-7855

  • Address: 729 Wood Street, Wilkinsburg, PA 15221

  • Fax: (412) 871-3149
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    housingaffordable-housing

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