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   Exciting news for Hackensack homeowners! The Hackensack Local Housing Trust Fund (HLHTF) has received grant funding from Minnesota Housing, The Blandin Foundation and the Initiative Foundation to launch a new initiative aimed at helping year-round residents improve the safety and energy efficiency of their homes.

   The Resilient Housing Team of the Game Changers is now accepting applications for the program. Each participating homeowner will receive a home inspection to identify areas needing improvement. The Resilient Housing Team will review the findings and prioritize projects based on the severity of the issues. Homeowners with approved projects will then get quotes and select licensed local contractors to carry out the work, ensuring community dollars stay local. Common upgrades include insulation and weather stripping, furnace, water heater, or gas appliance repair/replacement, and window and door updates. 

   To qualify, applicants must be the owner and occupant of the home, have current homeowner’s insurance, provide income documentation (must not exceed 115% of the State Median Income), be current on mortgage payments (if applicable), be current on property taxes, and agree to obtain quotes from licensed local contractors. All grant funds will be distributed directly from the HLHTF to the selected vendors and subcontractors. Applications can be picked up at City Hall. Direct any questions you may have to Kris Biessener at 218-838-5642. Local contractors that would like to be added to our contractor’s list can email [email protected].

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