City of Flint Receives $472,000 MI Neighborhood Grant to Support Renters with Accessibility Needs

FLINT, MI – The City of Flint’s Community Services Division has been awarded $472,000 from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) through the MI Neighborhood Grant to support renters with accessibility needs. These funds will be used to make critical repairs and updates to rental homes, ensuring Flint residents with disabilities have safer and more accessible living spaces.

“This grant is a significant step in improving housing accessibility for Flint renters,” said Ashly Harris, Deputy Director of Community Services. “By investing in these updates, we are ensuring that residents with mobility challenges or other accessibility needs can live more safely and independently in their homes.”

Program Eligibility & Application Process

Selections for the program will be made on a first-come, first-served basis, and eligibility will depend on both the renter and landlord meeting program requirements. Renters who qualify must:

• Reside within the City of Flint
• Have documented accessibility needs
• Fall within 120% of the Area Median Income (AMI) (Income limits apply)
• Have a written and signed lease with a guarantee that rent will not be increased for at least 12 months post-rehabilitation
• Ensure that the property is insured, has utilities turned on, and has no outstanding tax, mortgage, or code violations from the landlord

Available Repairs & Accessibility Updates

Eligible rental units may receive modifications such as:

• Handrails, grab bars, and barrier-free showers/tubs
• Lowered cabinets, ADA-compliant countertops, toilets, and vanities
• Ramps, widened doorways, and zero-step entries
• Indoor/outdoor stairlifts and modified rooms for first-floor accessibility
• Updated wiring to accommodate medical equipment

How to Apply

Interested renters should email [email protected] to begin the application process and submit the required documentation. Updates will also be available on the Community Services page.

For accommodations, modifications, translation, interpretation, or other services, please contact [email protected].

The City of Flint is committed to enhancing accessibility and ensuring equitable housing opportunities for all residents. This initiative is a critical step in supporting renters with disabilities and improving housing conditions throughout the city.