FAQ

The service area for the program include Caddo, Comanche, Cotton, Grady, Kiowa, Stephens and Tillman Counties in the state of Oklahoma.

No, the grant money will be paid directly to the closing company unless otherwise agreed upon between CNHA and the client. For example, if some of the grant money is to be used for a home inspection, then the applicant will need to submit the invoice so that payment can be made directly to that service provider.

Yes.

$15,000.00 for Elders, age 55 and over, or $10,000.00 for all others.

Not if you do not sell the house in accordance with the terms of the Useful Life Agreement. Call for more information.

Earnest money, appraisal fee, home inspection fee or any other monies needed for closing.

No, but you cannot have been a previous recipient of the grant.

Client must fill out a complete application.

The service area for the program include Caddo, Comanche, Cotton, Grady, Kiowa, Stephens and Tillman Counties in the state of Oklahoma.

The homeowner is responsible for all maintenance to the home once the warranty period (if any) ends. If repairs or rehabilitation services do not carry a product or service warranty, the responsibility for maintenance becomes the homeowners once the notice of completion is signed. A representative of the Housing Authority will meet with the homeowners in the home to go over any questions they might have concerning maintenance. Once an individual has utilized the maximum amount on their home, the applicant will not be eligible for any other assistance for that particular home for a period of two (2) years.

You may appeal action by the CNHA’s Elder Program in writing with all pertinent information, or request a hearing before the Executive Director who will render a final decision.

You will select the contractor that you want to complete your work and submit the contractor’s quote to the Elder program representative for approval.

You will communicate directly with your contractor of choice to approve the work schedule and you will be requested to verify to the Elder program representative your acceptance and approval of the completed project.

You will be notified by the Housing Authority office that you must vacate your home if:

• It is scheduled for major repairs or rehabilitation requiring that all occupants vacate the home for safety reasons; or
• If the repairs or rehabilitation would leave the occupants without heat, electricity or water during a period of extreme temperatures.

If you are required to vacate the premises for the duration of the construction, the Housing Authority may assist you on a case by case basis. The expense for relocation will be charged to the Elder Program.

Qualified construction trade persons employed by this organization or qualified contractors will perform the repairs/rehabilitation to the home under the supervision provided by the Housing Authority.

A CNHA representative and the applicant will work collectively to identify the work to be done on the home. The CNHA will be responsible for communication and coordination of material and services to be accomplished by the CNHA maintenance personnel or contractor.

The length of time it takes to accomplish the work to be done on your dwelling is dependent on:

• Availability of funds;
• The type of work to be done;
• The climate and seasonal conditions where the home is located;
• The availability of the field service work force;
• Your position on the approved waiting list.

Note: You should update your application yearly. You must meet eligibility at the time of assistance.

The CNHA Elder Program is administered by the Housing Management Department of the Comanche Nation Housing Authority under funding provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development and defined under the Indian Housing Plan.

30 days.

Yes, five years after the date you left assuming you left in good standing.

Yes. You need to notify CNHA of any changes to your family composition.

Tenants are responsible for all damages except normal wear and tear.

Yes, but CNHA has a Comanche tribal preference.

Periodically, but if you have changes such as income, family size, phone numbers, or address you need to report those changes immediately.

Yes. Comanche, Elderly, and people with families.

Yes

No

Comanche, Caddo, Kiowa, Cotton, and Tillman counties.

There is not a specific time frame, due to availability of units.

30 days.

Yes, five years after the date you left assuming you left in good standing.

Yes. You need to notify CNHA of any changes to your family composition.

Tenants are responsible for all damages except normal wear and tear.

Yes, but CNHA has a Comanche tribal preference.

Periodically, but if you have changes such as income, family size, phone numbers, or address you need to report those changes immediately.

Yes. Comanche, Elderly, and people with families.

Yes

No

Comanche, Caddo, Kiowa, Cotton, and Tillman counties.

There is not a specific time frame, due to availability of units.

There is not a specific time frame, due to availability of units.