Home-repair money available from town

Public money is available to low- and moderate-income homeowners in Fairfield for repairs and improvements to their homes, the town's Office of Community & Economic Development announced.

Eligible homeowners can receive up to 60 percent of a project's total cost, up to a maximum of $15,000 per applicant per year, the department said in a news release.

Money is awarded in the form of interest-free loans that are not due for repayment until the owners transfer their properties, refinance or die, according to the release.

Projects eligible for financing include exterior painting, siding or roofing projects; installation of new or replacement storm windows and doors; lead-based paint or asbestos abatement projects; installation of replacement boilers or water heaters; heating, plumbing or electrical improvements to address code deficiencies; and modifications to accommodate persons with disabilities.

Applicants must be Fairfield residents and meet income guidelines, which vary depending on size of household.

For more information, call the Office of Community & Economic Development at 203-256-3120 or visit the office at 611 Old Post Road.

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