2024 Homeowner Grant Program Re-Opening:
Applications open Nov.11-15, Apply Now!
Eligibility requirements include:
- The property is located in Buncombe County.
- The property is your primary and only residence.
- You have owned the property for at least 5 years.
- Your household income is at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (See chart below.)
- You must not have more than $60,000 in reserve. This includes cash and all checking & savings accounts that can be available within 7 days.
- Your household must not already be receiving tax deferment assistance.
Household Area Median Income Chart
| FY 2024 80% of Area Median Income Survey |
| # in Household |
Yearly Income Limit |
| 1 |
$52,350 |
| 2 |
$59,800 |
| 3 |
$67,300 |
| 4 |
$74,800 |
| 5 |
$80,750 |
| 6 |
$86,750 |
| 7 |
$92,750 |
| 8 |
$98,750 |
| *For any household over 8 members, contact HHS for assistance. |
Two Ways to Inquire
Option 1: Fill out eligibility inquiry
Begin eligibility process by answering a few questions to see if you may be eligible for up to $300 in grant funding for Buncombe County residents and up to $500 for residents in the City of Asheville.
Begin Eligibility Process
Option 2: Call us
Call Buncombe County Health and Human Services at (828) 250-5500 to find out if you qualify, and join the list of interested applicants.
If you prefer, the application is available here to mail, email, fax, or drop off.
Important Information
NOTICE: Completing this inquiry form does not guarantee eligibility in the Homeowner Grant program and does not guarantee delivery of benefits.
To determine eligibility, we may ask for
- Proof of income
- 2022 Tax returns
- check stubs
- award letter (ex. Social Security award letter, retirement letter)
- official letter from your employer or other acceptable verification
- To show that you have lived in the home for 5 years
- Proof of Reserve
- checking & savings account statements
Call Buncombe County Health and Human Services at (828) 250-5500 if you need to discuss your eligibility or if you have additional questions. There may be other housing programs available to assist you.