Home Accessibility Program for Independence
The Home Accessibility Program for Independence provides an opportunity for those with physical disabilities to remain in their homes.
Applications for the program will close at 5 p.m. on July 31, 2026.
The Home Accessibility Program for Independence (also referred to as HAPI) is a grant program intended to assist eligible homeowners and landlords to construct accessibility modifications to their homes.
Accessible modifications include, but are not limited to:
- Exterior ramps
- Chair gliders or lifts
- Door widening
- Bathroom modifications
- Lowering kitchen counters
- Sliding shelves
- Visual door bells
- Visual phone signalers
Eligible homeowners may receive a grant between $1,000 and $15,000 for a single household. Landlords may receive a grant up to $7,500 per unit.
Qualifications
- Proof of disability in the form of a doctor's note
- Applicant's household must earn less than 120% of Pittsburgh's Area Median Income and provide income verification
- Proof of homeownership or proof of owner's permission to make modifications
- Fully paid real estate taxes, or proof of a payment plan
Income Limits
To be eligible for this program, an applicant must be at 120% of Area Median Income (AMI) or below.
Program Materials
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Have questions or need assistance? For more information, please call 412-255-6694 or email hof@ura.org.