Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program for Persons with Disabilities (RRAP — Disabilities)Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) offers financial assistance to allow homeowners and landlords to pay for modifications to make their property more accessible to persons with disabilities. These modifications are intended to eliminate physical barriers, imminent safety risks and improve the ability to meet the demands of daily living within the home. CMHC delivers the following program in Yukon only. In other jurisdictions, Provinces and Territories may choose to design and deliver renovation programs that are cost-shared with the federal government. Information on Provincially/Territorially designed and delivered housing programs are provided under Affordable Housing Programs Across Canada. Who Can Apply?Homeowners and landlords may qualify for assistance if the property is eligible. Your property may be eligible for RRAP-D if the property:
Eligible ModificationsModifications must be related to housing and reasonably related to the occupant’s disability. Examples of eligible modifications are ramps, handrails, chair lifts, bath lifts, height adjustments to countertops and cues for doorbells/fire alarms. If the cost for modifications is more than the maximum forgivable loan available, the owner will be required to cover the additional cost. Ineligible ModificationsTherapeutic care, supportive care, and portable aid equipment, such as walkers and wheelchairs, are not eligible for funding. Modifications carried out before the RRAP for Persons with Disabilities loan is approved in writing are not eligible. Financial AssistanceAssistance is in the form of a fully forgivable loan and does not have to be repaid if you adhere to the terms and conditions of the program. Landlords must enter into an agreement that establishes the rent that can be charged during the life of the agreement and restricts occupancy of the self-contained rental unit(s) to households with incomes below a set CMHC level. Homeowners must agree to continue to own the house during the loan forgiveness period, which could be up to five years. The loan amount you could receive varies according to the three geographic zones and if you are a homeowner or landlord:
If you are a homeowner, go to the Renovation Programs Pre-Application Tool for more information specific to your geographic area. Other Assistance AvailableFinancial assistance is also available to address needed repairs to the structure and systems. Applicants may be eligible to receive the maximum assistance available under both programs, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria for each program. Contact UsTo find out how to apply for financial assistance or for more information about these programs please call CMHC toll free at 1-800-668-2642. |
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