Accessibility Grants FY27
🏛 Virginia Housing Development Authority
✓ Free, no account · Source: Virginia state grants portal · Last verified Jul 20, 2026
Can you apply?
This grant is for individuals with disabilities who need home modifications to improve accessibility and functionality. Applicants must work through approved Agents who submit applications on their behalf. The home must be the applicant's primary residence in Virginia. Renters must have individual leases; homeowners must own their unit outright.
Three sub-programs serve different populations: Granting Freedom for veterans with service-connected disabilities, Rental Unit Modification for tenants, and Owner-Occupied Modification for elderly owners with disabilities. Applicants are limited to one grant every five years, unless relocating or repairing natural disaster damage. Previous modifications funded by other sources cannot be re-funded.
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Program description
Virginia Housing Accessibility Grant July 2026 Virginia Housing’s Accessibility Grant Program makes funding available to assist with modifications to housing units to make them accessible for persons with disabilities. The modifications made to the home must relate to the occupant’s functional use of the home. Applications are ONLY accepted from approved Agents on behalf of the applicant. Typical modifications include, but are not limited to: Installation of ramps and chairlifts Widening of doorways and sidewalks Remote entry devices Alterations to bathrooms (tub cuts, grab bars, toilets, faucets, etc.) and kitchens Applicants with modifications exceeding the maximum grant amount will need to find additional sources of funds to supplement the project cost (e.g. funds from local civic organizations, personal or family funds, or other government funded programs). The home requiring modifications must be the primary principal residence of the individual with a disability. The Accessibility Grant Program consists of three grant programs: Granting Freedom – makes funding available to assist with modifications to owner-occupied homes or rental units in Virginia to make them accessible for Virginia service members and veterans who sustained a line-of-duty injury resulting in a service-connected disability. Rental Unit Modification – makes funding available to assist with modifications to rental units to make them accessible for a specific tenant. The modifications made to the rental unit must make the unit accessible to the tenant. Owner-Occupied Modification – makes funding available to assist with modifications to homes to make them accessible to, primarily elderly, owners with disabilities. The modification must directly address barriers created by the disability. Eligibility Guidelines The grant provides funds on a first come/first served basis, for a maximum of $10,000 . Funds can be used for modifications needed to make the unit accessible for a person who is disabled. Restrictions Applicants are limited to one grant every five years unless the applicant moves to a new location which requires modification or if the modification was damaged due to natural causes (weather). Funds may not be used to cover modification expenses previously covered by another funding source. Applicants living in units with shared common areas must have an individual lease to be considered as an individual household. Contractors receiving funds pursuant to this grant may in no way have an existing relationship (current employment, contractual or voluntary) with the organization during the term of this grant. The Accessibility Grant program is intended to modify the home to make it more accessible to persons with disabilities. These grants are not intended for short term needs. Application Requirements To apply for an Accessibility Grant, the Agent must complete an application and provide all requested documentation. Required documentation includes: Completed checklist Written documentation for additional funding from other sources. Applicant Agreement Contractor Documents Digital photos of the specified work area(s) Documentation of all income for all members of the household Rental Lease Agreement or documentation of ownership of the home For Granting Freedom, US Department of Veteran Affairs Notification, Award or Rating Letter citing service-connected disability, or MEB/PEB documentation citing service-connected disability. THIS IS NOT AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST. SEE THE ACCESSIBILITY GRANT HANDBOOK FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS ON WHAT IS REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION. Completion of the Work When an application is approved by Virginia Housing the Agent will receive an approval in writing. From that approval, the contractor will have 120 days to complete the work. Payment to the contractor and the administrative stipend to the Agent will not be issued until the job is complete and inspected, and final paperwork has been received and approved.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
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How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Completed application checklist
- Written documentation of additional funding sources
- Applicant Agreement
- Contractor Documents
- Digital photos of work areas
- Household income documentation for all members
- Proof of ownership or rental lease agreement
- For Granting Freedom: VA disability documentation (Notification, Award Letter, or MEB/PEB documentation)
Program contact
- 👤 Candice Turner
- 📧 Candice.Turner@VirginiaHousing.com
- 📞 (804) 584-4622
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Only approved Agents can submit applications on behalf of eligible individuals with disabilities. Applicants must be Virginia residents living in their primary residence.
What home modifications are covered?
Typical modifications include ramps, chairlifts, doorway widening, grab bars, accessible bathroom/kitchen alterations, and remote entry devices. All work must directly address accessibility barriers related to the disability.
What is the funding limit?
Grants award up to $10,000 per project. Applicants needing additional funds must secure supplemental sources independently.
How often can I apply?
You can receive one grant every five years, unless you relocate to a unit requiring modifications or repairs are needed due to natural disaster damage.
What documentation is required?
Required documents include completed checklist, applicant agreement, contractor documents, photos of work areas, household income documentation, and proof of home ownership or rental lease. Veterans must provide VA disability documentation.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Work with an approved Agent early. They handle application submission and communication with Virginia Housing on your behalf.
- Have all income documentation and proof of residence ready before meeting with your Agent to avoid application delays.
- Select a contractor before applying. Contractors must have no existing relationship with your Agent or Virginia Housing during the grant term.
- Submit clear digital photos of the specific areas requiring modification to support your application.
- Request the Accessibility Grant Handbook from your Agent for the complete list of requirements and documentation needed.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applicants submit applications directly instead of working through approved Agents, causing immediate rejection. Projects exceeding $10,000 without identified supplemental funding cannot proceed. Using contractors with existing relationships to the Agent violates conflict-of-interest rules.
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