Consider and take appropriate action to approve the standard Homeowner Agreement for the HUD-funded CDBG Owner-Occupied Septic System Rehabilitation Program and authorize the TCHHS County Executive or designee to execute agreements with eligible homeowners. (Judge Brown)

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

Under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to cities and counties to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons. Travis County became an Urban County entitlement community in 2006.<br data-pasted="true"><br>The CDBG Owner-Occupied Septic System Rehabilitation Program will provide grants of up to $24,999 to eligible homeowners to repair or replace failing septic systems. The Program serves low- and moderate-income homeowners within the Travis County CDBG Service Area. Eligible applicants must meet the Program’s income, property, residency, and other applicable requirements.<br><br>The proposed Homeowner Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions governing homeowner participation and septic system rehabilitation projects under the Program. It establishes the respective roles and responsibilities of Travis County and participating homeowners and addresses project feasibility and Program compliance, funding limitations, construction and contractor requirements, property access and inspections, federal and environmental requirements, payment, warranties, suspension and termination, and other applicable provisions.<br><br>The proposed Homeowner Agreement is attached for Commissioners Court consideration.