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Habitat for Humanity urges township to use affordable-housing funds for home repairs; seeks $10,000 minimum grants
Summary
Habitat representatives proposed using Carneys Point Affordable Housing funds to support owner-occupied repairs (roofs, windows, heating) with minimum grants of $10,000; TRIAD would certify eligibility and funds would apply only to Carneys Point projects to generate affordable-housing credits.
Representatives from Habitat for Humanity presented a proposal asking the township to allow Affordable Housing funds to pay for home repairs — including roofs, windows and heating systems — to secure affordable-housing credits. The suggested minimum grant amount is $10,000 per household, and TRIAD would determine applicant eligibility.
Mr. Bibeau said attorney and planner fees tied to the program could be paid from Affordable Housing funds; he specifically noted that fees for Attorney Mike Napuda and Township Planner Candace Kanaplue could be covered. Mr. Pelura said the township risks losing the funds if they are not used or applied properly under state rules, and Mr. Boucher said the program would apply only to Carneys Point residents.
