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Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh
Consumer Home Financing
Home Improvement Loans:
Home Improvement Loan Program (HILP)
Perfect for new homeowners who want to make immediate improvements
LOW FIXED RATE 5.99%
What are the Program Features?
» Home Improvement Loan Program Fact Sheet
(PDF File, 1 page)
(PDF File, 1 page)
- 5.99% fixed interest rate
- No equity required
- Terms of 10, 15 or 20 years
- Loan amounts up to $15,000
- Home may have 1-4 residential units
- No income limits in Target Areas within the City of Pittsburgh
- Almost any home improvement qualifies
- Homeowner can make repairs
- $100 origination fee can be financed with the loan
What are the Requirements?
- Home must be located in the City of Pittsburgh
- Borrower must own and occupy the home
- Home must be used as a residence only
- Borrower must have an acceptable credit record
- Income limits apply in Program Areas only
- Loan amount depends on work needed, income and borrower's other financial obligations
How Do I Apply?
Follow our Guide to HILP Loans
Where Do I Apply?
- Dollar Bank 800-242-2265
- Parkvale Savings Bank 412-373-4838
- PNC Bank 412-762-0472
For more information about the program, contact any one of the participating lenders or the URA Program Officer, Sharon Taylor, by calling 412-255-6677 or emailing staylor@ura.org.

