County giving zero interest home improvement loans

GOSHEN — Community Development Director Richard Mayfield has announced that this year's Orange County Community Development grants will be passed on to area homeowners and will enable them to make a wide range of home improvements. Projects will be eligible for up to $20,000 loans, at 0 percent interest, for renovations that may include barrier removal for the physically disabled, heating systems, structural repairs, weatherization, and other non-specified general repairs.

Any families interested in participating in this program should apply for pre-screening by calling 845-615-3811 or 845-615-3815.

In order to be eligible, a family must qualify according the following income limits

Family Size Of:
1- $45,000

2- $51,000
3- $58,000

4- $64,400
5- $69,600

6- $74,750
7- $79,900
8- $85,050

While individuals/families may apply through the above contacts, county officials will also be meeting with local authorities to identify suitable recipients.