Our Programs
Home Repair Program
WC CDC manages the popular Home Repair program for all towns in Washington County, as well as West Greenwich and Exeter.
This program provides grants and loans to income eligible home owners. These grants and loans are intended to ensure folks remain in their homes by performing reasonable and necessary repairs. We focus on code violations, health and safety issues, and any other repairs needed to maintain a healthy safe and sanitary dwelling.
We help with roof, window, electric, plumbing and structural repairs that are necessary for your health and safety. Septic and well replacement programs are also available.
Housing Preservation Grants
WC CDC provides grants awarded through USDA Rural Development. These grants supplement the CDBG Home Repair Program in rural towns in Washington County.
CDBG Management
WC CDC manages the Community Development Block Grants for 9 Towns. These grants are utilized by non profits throughout the region to provide services and /or improve public facilities. WC CDC services include:
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Applications,
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State Contracts
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Environmental Reviews
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Sub recipient contracts
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Payments
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Reporting and Documentation
Affordable Housing Development
WC CDC has developed 124 units of affordable housing since 2005, by either partnering with another non profit or on our own.
Property Management
WC CDC manages our own affordable rental properties, maintaining compliance
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Marketing of Apartments
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Tenant Selection
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Tenant Leasing
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Rent Collection
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Annual Tenant Re-certifications
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Annual Agency Reviews
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Cost Effective Preventive Maintenance of Apartments
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Apartment Inspections
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24 Hour Emergency Maintenance Services
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Annual Agency Reviews of Apartments